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This mele forms the third selection in the most basic repertoire of the hula dance. Our tradition considers Kawika, Liliu E and Aia La O Pele to be the cornerstones of the training of the hula dancer, the "A-B-C"s" of hula, as it were. This mele builds on the steps learned in Kawika and Liliu E and adds additional footwork to the dancers basic repertoire. The extensive use of the Kalakaua step is augmented by the older form of the Lele 'uehe using the "brush" rather than the hela in its execution. This mele is equally suitable for male or female dancers, and for childrens or adults. It is a standard part of any hula dancers repertoire. (66 minutes)
Hula Steps Used: Kalakaua, elua, lele, uehe with the "brush", kaholo, uehe, ki iwawae, aui, lele, oniu, and ku
Dancer: Pumehana
Style: Ancient (kahiko)
Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Language: Hawaiian
Teacher Booklet: 10 pages
Companion CD: MH234CDR - "Hula Ekahi CD-R" by Kumu Kea (Pattye Kealohhi)
