The Rose Ensemble: Last Queen of Hawaii

Discover Hawaii's heritage through its music. During this program which focuses on American history and Native American culture, the audience will learn about the Hawaiians' struggle to keep alive their rich musical and cultural traditions. By highlighting important time periods in Hawaiian history, Rose Ensemble members demonstrate ancient oli and mele chants and paniolo (cowboy) songs of the migrant ranchers and teach simple hula movements. The ensemble will be attired in Hawaiian outfits and the audience will learn the hula while seated.