Category: Music
Recording Available: Lutung and the Bees, Balinese Shadow Play
We are excited to announce that the recording of Lutung and the Bees is now available on our website! This captivating Balinese shadow puppet play (wayang kulit) was performed by the Jaga Alam Ensemble under the direction of master artist Made Moja. Part of the Jaga Alam project—meaning “taking care of nature” in Indonesia—this initiative […]
Experience the Spirit of Java: Javanese Gamelan Concert at UH Mānoa!
Join us for an enchanting evening of Javanese gamelan music, presented by the UH Javanese Gamelan Ensemble at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa! Experience the rich musical traditions of Central Java, featuring pieces from both the Yogyakarta and Surakarta styles, along with special selections honoring the 90th birthday of founding director Hardja Susilo. Date: […]
Sounding the Earth: Bamboo, Metal, and Wood Instruments of Southeast Asia
The Center for Southeast Asian Studies, the Ethnomusicology Program in the Music Department, and Asia Collection present an exhibit entitled, “Sounding the Earth: Bamboo, Metal, and Wood Instruments of Southeast Asia” on view in Hamilton Library’s 4th Floor Asia Collection from February 1 – May 20, 2024. The exhibit is open to the public during […]
Two Events with Dr. LaVerne David C. de la Peña: Kabataang Pinoy, and The Cordillera Interlocking Rhythms
The kabataang Pinoy (Filipino youth) evolved as a distinct cultural group during the American colonial period 1898-1946. coinciding with urbanization and the secularization of education. During this period, the youth gained autonomy, distancing themselves from parental control and developing their own cultural identity. They began to form a conscious, imagined identity, create unique expressive forms […]
Helobung: Tales, Tunes, and Threads of the Tʻbolis
Date and Time: 7:30pm Friday, 10/27/23Location: Barbara B. Smith Ampitheatre, UHM Music Department, 2411 Dole St., HonoluluFREE and open to the public Preserving T’boli culture and providing a livelihood for their community in the biodiverse lands of the southern Philippines, Helobung (“endless joy”) is a wellspring and tradition bearer. Performed by five dancers and musicians, […]
“Wika, Tula, at Kundiman” (Language, Poetry, and Love Song): September 26-28, 2023
Date, Time, and Location: September 26, 2023 from 3:00-5:30PM, BUSAD A102September 27, 2023 from 3:00-5:30PM, BUSAD C102September 28, 2023 from 3:00-5:30PM, BUSAD A102 “Wika, Tula, at Kundiman” (Language, Poetry, and Love Song) by Michael M. Coroza, PhD We are very fortunate enough to have a visiting lecturer next week, all the way from the Philippines, […]
MUS311 Class Performances
In honor of Earth Day, we are happy to share with you the performances in Dr. Benjamin Fairfield’s music class (MUS311).
Cambodian Rock Band
A dramatic comedy with music by Lauren Yee, featuring songs by Dengue Fever.
MUS 311 “Thai” Ensemble Returns this Spring 2022
This Spring 2022 ensemble course will focus on traditional Karen music.
Thai Music Ensemble
After this semester’s classes shifted online, there was uncertainty whether or not a final performance would be possible for the Thai Music Ensemble. However, though there was no Pa’u Hana this year, the Thai Music Ensemble (led by Dr. Ben Fairfield) was able to put together this performance. With much gratitude to the performers, please […]
