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Title: Ancestral awakenings
Author: Carroll, Penelope.
In: New Zealand Herald, 12 Dec 1998
Abstract: Talks with a prison inmate who has developed a computer database containing
Māori genealogies, songs and oratory, tikanga and migration theories.
Title: Ancient Māori songs preserved on CD
In: Te Māori : Ngā hui hui ngā kōrero o Aotearoa, 27 Jul
1998; 3(65):
Abstract: Introduces 'Waiata onamata - songs from the past', a collection of
43 songs and laments on two CDs. Historian and researcher Brad Haami, from Ngāti
Awa and Kahungunu, has compiled an accompanying booklet.
Title: Creative NZ Arts Council of New Zealand Toi Aotearoa - Dr Hirini Melbourne: a giant of our time.
In: Tu Mai: offering an indigenous New Zealand perspective, Aug 2002; 36: 12-13
Abstract:Backgrounds the Maori musician and acknowledges his contributions to the revival of making and playing traditional Maori instruments.
Title: E poi e
Author: Koia, R
In: Pū Kāea, Dec 1994; 8:11
Abstract: Describes the origins of the poi, the development of construction
methods and its uses. Includes a waiata.
Title: Hirini Melbourne: New Zealand children's poet, songwriter and author.
Author: Gibbons, Joan
In: Reading Forum NZ, 2003; 1:36-43
Abstract: Profiles the writer and songwriter who died earlier this year and looks also at his books, poems, and songs for children.
Title: Te hui kaitito
Author: Solomon, Meri.
In: Broadsheet, Apr 1984; 118:8-11
Abstract: Discusses their composing and Te Hui Kaitito, the first Māori
music hui, held
at Hoani Waititi Marae, Auckland.
Title: Instrumental aids to cultural awareness
Author: Wehipeihana, Marie.
In: Evening Post, 25 Feb 1995; P.14
Abstract: Talks to artist Ngaromoana Raureti of Waipatu, who has developed a
range of wooden toys and musical instruments derived from ancient musical instruments
of the Māori. Designed to reproduce the sounds of nature, they are adapted
for use by children, particularly in preschool and early childhood education
settings.
Title: A kapa haka comeback
Author: Harawira, Wena.
In: Mana : the Māori news magazine for all New Zealanders, Feb/Mar 1994;
5:12-20
Abstract: Focuses on the criteria, style and standard of competition at the
annual Māori Performing Arts Festival. Briefly discusses the history of
each section involved in a performance and includes comments on how judges award
points. Profiles the four favourite groups, Te Roopu Manutaki, Te Waka Huia,
Waihirere and Ngāti Rangiwewehi. Includes a table of place winners since
1972.
Title: Mōteatea and the transmission of history
Author: Royal, Te Ahukaramu, Charles.
In: Historical Journal (Otaki Historical Society), 1997; 20:10-14
Abstract: A general introduction to the various types of Māori songs is
followed by examples of songs, and detailed explanations of their origin, meaning,
and historical relevance.
Title: Music of Ngāti Pōneke : conversations with Jock McEwan (McEwen),
Wiremu Kerekere and Vicky and Tommy Ward
Author: Gray, Tiahuia.
In: Te Ara Pūoro, 2000; 1:15-23
Abstract: Transcribes recorded conversations about the establishment and activities
of Ngāti Pōneke. Relates anecdotes about composing techniques, performances
and styles. Includes references to several Māori songs and debates the
identity of the original composers.
Title: Ngāi Tahu Waiata
In: Te Karaka : the Ngāi Tahu magazine, Spr 1997; 6:58-59
Abstract: Documents a waiata sourced from the Ngāti Kahungunu song, 'Pinepine
te Kura', for teaching Whakapapa to Ngāi Tahu children.
Title: A nineteenth century Tūhoe waiata tangi
Author: Orbell, Margaret.
In: Turnbull Library Record, Oct 1988; 21(2):74-80
Abstract: Translates a Tūhoe waiata from the Turnbull Library collection.
Discusses the history of the song within tribal society. Explains that the song
was composed on the death of Marewa-i-te-rangi by Tutakangahau
Title: Parāone's horses : a letter from Hōhepa Tamamutu, 1875
Author: Orbell, Margaret.
In: Kotare - New Zealand Notes & Queries, May 1999; 2(1):3-7
Abstract: Reproduces (in Maori and English), an unpublished letter written to
the Māori-language newspaper 'Te Wananga' in Sep 1875 by Hohepa Taumamutu
(Ngāti Tuwharetoa) in which he transcribes a waiata composed by Paraone
Taupiri (Ngāti Tahu, Ngāti Raukawa). Relates the origins of the waiata
which laments the loss of his horses.
Title: Pōkarekare's mana
Author: Hewitson, Michele.
In: New Zealand Herald, 24 Apr 1999
Abstract: Backgrounds the dispute regarding the song 'Pōkarekare Ana' talking
with Ngātai Huata who believes the song was written by her grandfather
Paraire Hēnare Tōmoana for her grandmother Kuini Ripeka Ryland; and
with Radio NZ broadcaster Hēnare Te Ua; who suggests it may have been written
by his grandfather Sir Āpirana Ngata. Provides transcripts of the song
in Māori and English.
Title: Te puoro reo o kui mā, o koro mā waiata tawhito : traditional
Māori music
Author: Papesch, Te Rita.
In: Sound Ideas : Canterbury Studies in Music Education, Jul 1998; 2(1):12-21
Abstract: Describes various genres of Māori music, including song and haka
styles, and teaching and learning methods.
Title: Profile of a music educator : Hirini Melbourne
Author: Huata, Taiporoutu.
In: Sound Ideas : Canterbury Studies in Music Education, Jul 1998; 2(1):22-28
Abstract: Interviews the composer, performer and teacher. Mentions the Māori
concept of music, his history as a composer, philosophy as a teacher, and the
place of traditional Māori instruments in modern society.
Title: A reading of a Ngāti Porou waiata whaiaipo
Author: : Orbell, Margaret.
In: JNZL : Journal of New Zealand Literature, 1986; 4:1-9
Abstract: Analyses the song by an unknown female writer. Describes a waiata
whaiaipo as a song in which a woman speaks of two or more men as her potential
or actual lovers. Mentions that the prophet Te Kooti Arikirangi Te Turuki later
sung a modified version of the song as a way of promulgating the faith he founded.
Title: The singing Tāhiwis
In: Historical Journal (Otaki Historical Society), 1998; 21:45-49
Abstract: Notes the recent release of a recording of the Tāhiwi family's
music, recording in Sydney in 1930. Gives details of the family and their musical
talents and career, including a discography.
Title: Songs from the past
In: Te Māori : Ngā hui hui ngā kōrero o Aotearoa, 6 Jul
1998; 3(62
Abstract: Announces the launch of 'He Waiata Onamata', a compilation of archival
recordings.
Title: A South Island waiata tangi
Author: Orbell, Margaret.
In: Te Karanga, May 1988; 4(1):5-10
Abstract: Describes the collection of traditional South Island Māori songs
including from Teone Taare Tikao. Transcribes He Tangi mo Te Iwi-ika and provides
an English translation.
Title: Te puoro reo o kui mā, o koro mā waiata tawhito : traditional
Māori music
Author: Papesch, Te Rita (Ngāti Porou, Waikato/Maniapoto)
In: Canterbury Studies in Music Education, Jul 1998; 2(1):12-21
Abstract: Describes various genres of Maori music, including song and haka styles,
and teaching and learning methods.
Title: Tīkawe's last song
Author: Orbell, Margaret.
In: New Zealand Studies, Sep 1998; 8(2):22-24
Abstract: Discusses the life and suicide of Tīkawe. Reprints and provides
a commentary to her waiata) 'Kāore te kōrero ('Alas so much talk').
Title: Treasure found in Australia
Author: Campbell, Paul.
In: Sunday Star Times, 7 Jun 1998;
Abstract: Looks at the rediscovery of a 1930 recording of The Tāhiwis singing
trio, which has been digitally re-mastered on to a compact disc 'The Tāhiwis
: historic 1930 recordings by Te whānau Tāhiwi'.
Title: Waiata mōteatea origins
Author: Ngaropo, Pouroto.
In: Pū Kāea, Nov 1995; P.17-18
Abstract: Examines the role of waiata in recording history and gives an explanation
of the many types of waiata.
Ngā Taonga Puoro
http://www.carving.co.nz/puoro.html
Site gives contemporary photographs and definitions of traditional Māori
musical instruments
Maorimusic.com
http://www.maorimusic.com/
A comprehensive site for background and purchase information on Maori performers
and their music releases, both contemporary and traditional.
Title: 35 Māori songs / [selection, English translation & notes]
Author: Leathem, Kare Rapata.
Publisher: [Auckland, N.Z.] : Godwit Press, c1991.
Title: Haka: a Living Tradition
Author: Gardiner, Wira.
Publisher: Auckland [N.Z.] : Hodder Moa Beckett, 2001.
Title: Haka : te tohu o te whenua rangatira = the dance of a noble people
Author: Kāretu, Tīmoti.
Publisher: Auckland [N.Z.] : Reed, 1993.
Title: He waiata onamata: = Songs from the past
Publisher: Auckland, N.Z. : Te Reo Rangatira Trust ; Distribution publisher,
Huia Publishers, 1998.
Note: "Contributors: Ngamaru Raerino, Charles Royal, Dr Margaret Orbell
; text editor, Miria Simpson ..." Comes with 2 compact discs.
Title: Kāti au i konei : a collection of songs from Ngāti Toarangatira
and Ngāti Raukawa
Author: Royal, Charles.
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : Huia Publishers, 1994.
Title: Kōhine [videorecording]
Author: reporter/director, Puhi Rangiaho
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : New Zealand Television Archive, c1989
Abstract: An interview with Kōhine Ponika, contemporary composer
of Māori waiata. Some of her songs are performed here by groups in competition
haka, and by a group she tutored. In Māori. Suggested level: primary, intermediate,
secondary, general.
Note: In Māori.
Title: The lore of the whare-kōhanga. Part IV, Oriori tamariki
Author: Best, Elsdon.
Publisher: Extract from : Journal of the Polynesian Society, v. 15, 1906.
Title: Māori action songs: words and music, action and instructions.
Author: Ngata, Reupena
Publisher: Auckland (NZ): Reed, 2002
Title: Māori music
Author: Mervyn McLean.
Publisher: Auckland [N.Z.] : Auckland University Press, 1996
Title: Māori music with its Polynesian background.
Author: Andersen, Johannes Carl
Publisher: Christchurch, New Zealand: Cadsonbury Publications, 2002
Title: Ngā mōteatea : he maramara rere nō ngā waka maha.
Part III / he mea kohikohi na A.T. Ngata ; na Pei Te Hurinui i whakapākehā
= The songs : scattered pieces from many canoe areas
Author: collected by A.T. Ngata ; and translated by Pei Te Hurinui.
Publisher: Auckland [N.Z.] : Polynesian Society, 1990.
Title: Ngā waiata [videorecording].
Publisher: [Lower Hutt, N.Z.] : New Zealand Television Archive, 1994.
Summary: Presents different styles of waiata: waiata oriori, waiata mokemoke,
waiata tangi, waiata manawawera, waiata tohutohu, waiata aroha and waiatapoi.
Also has examples of pūrerehua, kōauau and pūtōrino. Suggested
audience: intermediate, secondary, general.
Title: The singing word : Māori poetry
Author: Mitcalfe, Barry.
Publisher: Wellington [N.Z.] : Price Milburn for Victoria University Press,
1974
Title: Traditional and modern music of the Māori
Author: Barrow, T.
Publisher: Wellington [N.Z.] : Seven Seas, 1965
Title: Traditional songs of the Māori
Author: compiled by Mervyn McLean and Margaret Orbell
Publisher: Auckland, N.Z. : Auckland University Press, 1990.
Title: Waiata : Māori songs in history : an anthology
Author: introduced and translated by Margaret Orbell.
Publisher: Auckland [N.Z.] : Reed, 1991.
Title: Waka Hūia. Hirini Melbourne [videorecording].
Publisher: [Lower Hutt, N.Z.] : New Zealand Television Archive, [1989?]
Summary:Singer, songwriter and educator Hirini Melbourne talks about his career
and music, and performs several songs. In Māori.
Title: Weavers of song : Polynesian music and dance
Author: McLean, Mervyn.
Publisher: Auckland, N.Z. : Auckland University Press, 1999
Note: Includes CD.
Title: Ana Hato rāua ko Deane Waretini [sound recording] : legendary recordings
1927-1949.
Author: Hato, Ana, 1906-1953.
Publisher: Wellington, N.Z. : National Library of New Zealand : Manufactured
and distributed by Kiwi Pacific, p1995.
Title: The Tāhiwis historic 1930 recordings/ by Te Whānau Tāhiwi
Author: Tahiwis (Musical group)
Publisher: National Library of New Zealand Manufactured and distributed by Atoll,
p1998
Title: Te kū te whē
Author: Melbourne, Hirini. & Nunns, Richard.
Publisher: Auckland, N.Z. : Rattle, p1994
Note: Performed by: Hirini Melbourne, voice, various instruments including
putatara, kū, karanga manu, pūtōrino ; Richard Nunns, voice,
various instruments including roria, kōauau, porotiti, pūtōrino.
Note: CD available from http://www.rattle.co.nz/about.htm
Title: Traditional music of the Māori, an historical collection
Publisher: Paraparaumu, N.Z. : Viking Sevenseas [1995?]
Note: CD is available from:
Viking Sevenseas Ltd
23 B Ihakara St
Paraparaumu
New Zealand
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