- Published: 15 July 2016
- ISBN: 9781623170554
- Imprint: North Atlantic
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 144
- RRP: $35.00
The Haumana Hula Handbook for Students of Hawaiian Dance
A Manual for the Student of Hawaiian Dance
- Published: 15 July 2016
- ISBN: 9781623170554
- Imprint: North Atlantic
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 144
- RRP: $35.00
“I have always respected Mahealani Uchiyama’s tenacity, dedication, devotion, and talent for encompassing other cultures and dances. In my opinion, she has always been diligent in her research of all cultural dance/art/costuming, which require cultural authenticity and originality. I am proud to call such an outstanding and upstanding individual my associate and friend.” —from the foreword by Naomi Leinaʻala Kalama, Loʻea Hula "Here is a book that gives a bit of insight on all aspects of hula. The Haumāna Handbook For The Student Of Hawaiian Dance is a perfect place to start." —Kawika Alfiche, Kumu Hula, Hālau ʻO Keikialiʻi "This tightly written handbook captures the universe of the hula, and is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand why the hula is 'the heartbeat of the Hawaiian people.'" —Betty Ann Bruno, director, Hula Mai "An absolute must-have for anyone studying the dance, cultural arts or history of Hawai’i." —Lani Cid-Iulio, Kumu Hula, Hālau Makana "A wealth of knowledge graciously shared to perpetuate traditions, ceremony and the ongoing life of hula—a must for all serious students learning under the guidance of a kumu hula." —Rick Noʻeau Smith, Kumu Hula, Nā Mamo Noʻeau