Stonefields Kapa Haka

We've made some decisions on our next group of songs that we would like to try out. I am confident that if we grow exposure to these waiata through this medium then we are likely to be better at practices and performances. It normalises waiata and then organically we build confidence. We gave 'E Minaka Ana' a go today and it felt like everyone did ok. Below are 7 that I’d like to bring into circulation from term 4 and during 2021.  E Minaka Ana E Nga Hau E Wha Ka Waiata Maumahara Noa Ahau Tai Aroha Utaina Mai Whakaaria Mai What we would like to have happen is that these songs are played and practiced at home. We've collected some resources in the links above but would also value resources that others have.  We may look to use some of these waiata by the end of the year however the purpose of this introduction is really to get a head start in preparations for 2021. I'd really like something special for our senior school to perform but it depends on how well...

Te Wiki O Te Reo Māori has been a real delight. This performance was an awesome way to cap the week. The combination of Kapa Haka and Te Puawaitanga just made sense. The ultimate aim is to have the entire school support our group. It was great to see our learners have a stage to perform. It was a delight to participate in the Matariki festival virtually with Glen Taylor School.  A special thank you to the kaumatua for opening the festival. The learners were amazing, the haka spine chilling and the singing superb.   Massive thanks also to Bob Miller and his support team who made sure that we could connect. It's our first go at a virtual performance and it ended up being pretty smooth. I can't wait until we get a chance to do it again in our new home - Te Pou Manawa, in term 4. Our next performance is for the opening of the new buildings. We may need to do this virtually again. This will depend on the alert levels. Thanks so much for for your continued support. Take a loo...