Songs of a kaumātua

"This book, modelled on the prize-winning The Tradional Songs of the Maori (1975) by the same authors, presents sixty traditional songs sung by Kino Hughes (1896-1986), an outstanding Tūhoe singer and orator. A respected kaumātua, he determined to preserve for future generations all the songs he knew, and asked the authors to compile this magnificent record.The Māori text of each song is followed by an English translation by Margaret Orbell, along with a music transcription by Mervyn McLean: there is also detailed commentary and notes. Kino Hughes' own performance of many of the songs can be heard on the two accompanying CDs. In addition, a foreword by Dr Taiarahia Black, information on Kino, on the Tūhoe people, on the song categories and the music make this book a superb resource. A unique historical document, it uncovers the full richness of Tūhoe music and poetry." -- jacket.

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