Music Monday - Polynesian

When I was in 5th Grade a woman came around to our school to teach us about Polynesian music and culture. I was already into all things Polynesian, because of some of the old albums my parents had, so this was absolutely exciting to me. She even taught us some Hula moves and how every movement and gesture told the story of the music. It was wonderful! Well, I still have a love for all things Polynesian, so this week I'd like to share some of my favorite Polynesian music with you.

Some of the Music from My Parents' Albums that Kicked Off My Interest: 

My Little Grass Shack In Kealakekua, Hawaii
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Qm6NYz1bHg

Hawaiian Sunset
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4cOaA3nztQ

Under Hawaiian Skies
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wv9yIzL7Zo

Tradewinds Over Mamala Bay
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NGNUOQY_70

The More Modern Polynesian-Style Sounds I Love Today:

Kua Iti Te Marama
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GMQPjeDv3c

Tamahana
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iafubcZ2EAY

Te Moana
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7BD6MTiJgqI

Panini Pua Kea
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkKOSV1xaVg

Samoa e, Maopoopo Mai
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fi2p_qGnbYU

Lei Hali'a
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjLR1NmbF7Q

Every Road Leads Back to You
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0_uLxKmhc8

Heiau
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiRP3vUuT0w

Have a meditative evening...