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2009 will feature the 'Ukulele instruction of
Kimo Hussey and Tim Dang,
Lei Hulu (Feather Lei) will be instructed by Herman Mossman Tachera and joining
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this year will be Liko Puha
who will instruct additional Hawaiian culture related sessions such as Hula, Hawaiian
language and Oli
(chant).
The 3 day and 2 night workshop will be held at the beautiful
Westerbeke Ranch in Sonoma Valley Wine Country. 'Ukulele or Hawaiian feather
lei workshop fee includes all materials, all gourmet meals, accommodations,
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Planned for 2009:
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2 nights / 3 days of 'ukulele or feather lei instruction
'Ukulele breakout sessions specific to beginner and advanced/inter. playing
Optional sessions: Hula, Oli (chant), and 'Olelo (Hawaiian language)
Nightly wine receptions - taste local wines of the valley
Saturday evening benefit concert - relax poolside under the stars and enjoy the
smooth sounds of your ukulele instructors and special guests!
Nightly kanikapila sessions
Lei Hulu (feather lei) Exhibit
Ukulele display and Q&A discussion with several local custom ukulele builders;
test drive some of the best locally made custom ukes;
E Ho'omau Workshops will again offer a Youth Scholarship
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'Ukulele Workshop
with Kimo Hussey and Tim Dang
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Our workshop will emphasize practice techniques and learning songs. The workshop
will provide you workable, easy to apply practice techniques which will provide
balance between left hand activity, right hand activity and adherence to applicable
music theory principles. The overall goal is to reduce the amount of time it takes
to learn new music. Workshop is applicable to all levels of playing ability.
There will be breakout sessions to address playing level specific topics.
Your Instructors
Kimo Hussey and Tim Dang form an incomparable combination of ukulele instruction
backed by decades of facilitating workshops, live entertainment worldwide, professional
recordings and great empathy for students interested in enhancing their enjoyment
of music. Come with instruments tuned, ready for some hard work and all the capacity
in the world to laugh and have fun!!! If you play Hawaiian music, you are sure to
know the "He Mele Aloha" songbook (dark blue cover) co-authored by Kimo Hussey.
More instructor info: Kimo Hussey
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Tim Dang
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Feather Lei Workshop
with Herman Tachera
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Feather lei workshop includes lecture and all materials. We will be making a traditional
feather lei using dyed goose feathers.
Your Instructor
Herman Tachera has been a Hawaiian feather artisan for the past ten years and has
created numerous feather lei, kahili and 'uli'uli. He has studied his craft with
Paulette Kahalepuna and Mary Lou Kekuewa, Michael Vieira and Coreen Mikioi Iwamoto.
He has received recognition and endorsement as a feather lei teacher from
Hawaiian Feather Arts masters, Paulette Kalepuna and Mary Lou Kekuewa.
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Additional
Sessions
with Liko Puha
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Hawaiian cultural sessions will be offered as optional and
supplemental
to the 'Ukulele and Feather Lei workshops. Sessions will include Hula, intro
to Hawaiian language and Oli (chant).
Your Instructor
"Nowelo mau aku i ka na'auao." Perpetually seeking wisdom and knowledge.
This is the guiding principle of
Liko Puha's method of teaching as he and his students learn
to understand, honor, appreciate and perpetuate Hawaiian language, culture and history. Liko
has been involved with oli and hula for over 20 years. He has performed oli at many
major events including the Merrie Monarch Festival and Special Olympics and has
taught oli, oli appreciation, male hula and Hawaiian philosophy at the Beamer Aloha
Music Camp and the Kahumoku Hawaiian Music and Lifestyle Camp.
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Workshop/Retreat Dates
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Both workshops are 3 days and two nights starting 10:00 AM September 25th
through September 27th 2009 |
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Workshop Registration
$600 for 'Ukulele or Feather Lei Workshop: includes all fees and materials , all
gourmet meals, shared accommodations, and all extra activities. Companion rate:
$500 includes all except 'Ukulele and
Feather Lei workshop sessions. Rate without accommodations (if
you choose to stay off-site): $450
Space
is Limited!
Download registration form here: Registration Form
For more workshop or registration details:
registration@hoomauukulele.com
Feather Lei Workshop:
Herman Tachera @ 650-345-5882
Ukulele Workshop:
Theresa Castro & Dave Tachera @ 415-515-3942
'Ukulele or Feather Lei Workshop after August 25th: $650
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Location / Accommodations
Westerbeke Ranch - Sonoma, California -www.westranch.com.
1 hour from San Francisco, East Bay, and Sacramento; Hot tub, pool, & massage
department; Fresh & healthy cuisine; “Lush garden paths, amid native oaks, lead
to congenial shared accommodations and spacious meetings rooms. Gourmet meals are
specially prepared and served in our beautiful California mission styled dining
room, outdoor patio, or at poolside. The natural environment is unique and private,
leaving guests feeling revived after enjoying the hot tub, pool, and therapeutic
massage.” Westerbeke Ranch offers shared accommodations in charming and comfortably
furnished redwood cabins. Delightful paths lead to the cabins which are nestled
in the gardens above the pool area. Each cabin has a series of bedrooms with each
bedroom having its own bathroom and private entrance.
2300 Grove Street Sonoma, CA 95476 (
Google Map)
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Ukulele Workshop Youth Scholarship!
Scholarship award: ukulele workshop fee. Application Deadline: August 28th
2009.
The scholarship is available to any youth between the ages of 18 and 24 that is
currently engaged in an ukulele group or ukulele classes. To submit an application
simply email registration@hoomauukulele.com with your name, age, address, phone
number, email address and reason why you or your nominee should be selected.
All applicants will be contacted by email on August 30th and the winner will be contacted
by phone.
This scholarship is made available by E Ho'omau Ukulele Workshop and the
Pacific Music Foundation
For more information call 415-515-3942 |
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Saturday Evening Benefit Concert!
The Saturday evening outdoor dinner concert
will be a benefit for the “Ukes for Kids” program
of Molokai and the Pacific Music
Foundation. It will feature
Kimo Hussey,
Faith Ako and Tim
Dang. The concert is being held in conjunction with the ukulele and feather
lei workshops. If you can't join us for the workshops be sure to join us for
a great dinner and concert at an incredible setting in the wine country.
Faith Ako: Bay areas own Hawaii Music Award winner
for "Traditional Hawaiian Music" and "Best New Artist" (www.faithako.com).
Kimo Hussey: Ukulele master, top Hawaiian music
educator, co-author of "He Mele Aloha" songbook (dark blue cover) delivers pure
nahe nahe (http://www.kimohussey.com).
Date: Saturday September 26th, 4:30 PM
Location: Westerbeke Ranch - Sonoma, CA -www.westranch.com. 2300 Grove Street Sonoma, CA 95476 (Google Map)
Dinner and Concert $25 + donation to benefit “Ukes for Kids” program of Molokai and the
Pacific Music Foundation.
Advanced Reservations Required (included for workshop attendees): please call
415-519-4866 - space is very limited
Concert Proceeds Benefiting:
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"The mission of the ‘Ukulele Guild of Hawaii
’s “Ukes for Kids” program is to provide ‘ukulele at no cost to Hawaii
’s underprivileged keiki and to support Hawaii-based organizations that serve
Hawaii ’s keiki through the ‘ukulele."
More Information on the success of the program
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Thank you to our concert
sponsors for providing your support and raffle items:
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Workshop Frequently Asked
Questions
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What to Bring for the 'Ukulele Workshop |
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Your ukulele, a pen or pencil and tape recorder (optional ) Clothing: Swimwear,
sweater or jacket, long pants and walking shoes advised if you want to explore. |
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What's the weather going to be like |
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Sonoma County averages 76 degress in September |
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What to Bring for the Feather Lei Workshop |
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You will be provided with all neccesary materials |
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Contact Information
Feather Lei Workshop: Herman Tachera @ 415-531-7660
'Ukulele Workshop: Theresa Castro & Dave Tachera @ 415-515-3942
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Sponsored By:
’Õiwi Ukulele - http:/ww.oiwiukulele.com
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