2024 Saturday Pre-Festival
Cultural Workshops
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Seattle Center Armory Lofts
305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109
The Seattle Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival is dedicated to promoting, perpetuating, and celebrating the arts and culture of Hawai'i. The Pre-Festival Saturday workshop series invites the community to learn from some of Hawai'i's top expert and practitioners in Hawaiian arts, crafts and music. With support from the Seattle Center and grant funds from 4Culture, Live Aloha is excited to host the Pre-Festival workshop series highlighting Hawaiian culture and art in pū 'ohe, lei making, ulana lauhala and ‘Ōlelo Hawai'i.
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Meet The Kumu!
Kāhea . . . Pū with Joe Souza and Kaui Kahaialii 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (break 12:00 - 1:00 pm)
Joe Souza, founder of Kanileʻa ʻUkulele, is not only a master ʻukulele maker but also a teacher of traditional Hawaiian instruments like the pū ʻohe (bamboo trumpet) and the conch shell (pū). These instruments hold significant ceremonial value in Hawaiian culture, used in rituals, gatherings, and signaling important events. Joe's dedication to preserving Hawaiian traditions extends from his innovative ʻukulele designs to educating others about these ancient practices. By sharing his knowledge, Joe helps keep Hawaiian heritage alive, enriching the community's understanding and appreciation of their cultural roots.
Kaui Kahaialii, born on Oʻahu and raised on Maui, is a talented individual deeply loved by his community. Coming from a musical background, Kaui excels in working with his hands, creating beautiful works and sharing his deep knowledge of Hawaiian culture. Kaui's knowledge in the ceremonial uses of bamboo and conch shell showcases his dedication to preserving his heritage. His passion for all things Kanaka shines through in everything he does, making him a cherished and respected figure in the community.
Papa Ulana Lauhala with Pūlama Long 9:00 am - Noon or 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Pūlama Long created Honi Hala in September of 2017 after posting some woven bracelet pictures on Instagram. As more people discovered Pūlama was weaving hoop earrings, more and more people wanted to buy them. In June of 2018 Pūlama opened their online store and it has been growing ever since. Honi Hala has evolved into a community of those who not only want to wear woven products but are also interested in learning how to ulana lauhala. Pūlama ia honored to share this knowledge and contribute to the perpetuation of 'ike kupuna.
Lei Lā’ī and Lei Wili with Allie Jeremiah 9:00 am - Noon or 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Born and raised on the island of O'ahu, Aunty Allie Jeremiah has always enjoyed beautiful flowers. From a very young age, she learned how to pick, gather, create, and use local natural materials to create beautiful creations to adorn and showcase. Today, Aunty Allie resides in the Pacific Northwest and teaches and shares her knowledge about the art of lei making. The making and giving of lei is significant to Hawaiians and all who call Hawai'i home. Aloha and good intentions are infused in the entire process -- from collecting and prepping materials, to stringing, braiding, or weaving and finally in gifting. Join us as we learn to make lei .
Beginning ‘Ōlelo Hawai'i with Kahanuola Solatorio 9:00 am - Noon or 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Jonah Kahanuola Solatorio, a native of Kewalo Uka, Kona, Oʻahu, stems from an ʻohana of many talented musicians. Kahanuola is a proud graduate of Kamehameha Schools Kapalama class of 2010. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in both Hawaiian Language and Hawaiian Studies and a Masterʻs degree in Elementary Education from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. Kahanuola is currently a kumu ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi at the Kamehameha High School Kapālama campus, where he teaches Hawaiian 1 - 4, conversational Hawaiian, and Haku mele. He is also a member of the Hawaiian musical group, Keauhou. They have released three albums and they have a total of 17 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. Kumu Kahanuola began his @ehoopilimai social media journey in 2020 for Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, posting videos teaching ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi to his mom, "student cousin Cappy". His page took off with followers from around the world. Since then, he has built a community of learners across the pae ʻāina and around the world who participate in his free weekly classes hosted on Zoom.