Students will actively participate in learning a mele through repetition
and recitation. Students will learn the correct pronounciation and poetry
of the mele. The instructor will share the "manao" handed down to him by
his kumu oli.
The class will thoroughly explore the vocal characterizations
for the oli style used for the mele to be chanted.
A discussion on the relationship between mele and oli will be covered
as well as the relatively recent impact of outside influence upon
Hawaiian vocal tradition.
The class will explore several distinct vocalization
techniques used by our ancestors from the distant past to the present day.
When performed by the mea oli (chanter), these
vocal techniques enhance the language of the poetry being chanted
and can evoke emotional responses in the listener.
Class handouts will cover geographical information, mele and
vocalization exercises.
The object of the class is for students to be able to chant an oli
for the Student Talent night.
By the conclusion of the seminar, the students will hopefully
have gained an increased understanding and appreciation of
oli when listening to this beautiful vocal art form.
(Click
 to see a video of Liko
performing an entrance oli)
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