A Visit From The Masters — Hura Tahiti Nui

SPECIAL POINTS OF
INTEREST:
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Tahitian Masters
Workshop Nov. 2125
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Photo Collage
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Ia Orana I te Noera
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Hura Tapairu
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Stories, Tales and
Legends
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Tahitian Cuisine
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Mauru’uru Roa
INSIDE THIS
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Hura Tahiti Nui 2
Tahitian Masters
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Memories
Merry Christmas
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An Expression of
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Creativity
Reva Tahiti
Productions
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Fa’imano and Hiro 8
Bon Appétit—
Poulet Fafa
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A Visit From The Masters
— Hura Tahiti Nui
the drumming workshop by playing staccato drumbeats on their beautifully hand carved toeres. Their years of playing these unique in‐
struments together was evi‐
dent with the seamless tran‐
sition of rhythms from one beat to the next. The per‐
cussions were rich, distinc‐
tive and the rhythms beauti‐
fully played. The speed in which this father and son duo played could be likened to the speed of machine gun fire! Tahitian Masters: Top left‐Master In‐
structor Heivanui Tairio, top right‐
Day two of the workshops Master Instructor Falea Fairua, seated Fale’a Fairua and Jeremie’ left Head Instructor Stellio Tairio, seated Kalsbeek were eager and right—Master Instructor Jeremie’ Kals‐
beek ready to work with the Photos courtesy of: Michael Taitingfong dance participants. Some were unaware that our Heiva San Diego/Reva Tahiti Master Tahitian dance in‐
Productions welcomed to San structors, Falea Fairua and Diego, the Masters of Tahi‐ Jeremie Kalsbeek have both tian drumming and dance, competed, and won as internationally renowned instructors of Hura Tahiti Nui from Tahiti. November 21st —24th Heiva San Diego/Reva Tahiti Pro‐
ductions conducted their first in a series of Tahitian Masters workshops. Stellio Tairio with his son and fellow drum‐
mer, Heivanui Tairio, gave a brief demonstration of their expertise before the start of soloists at past Heiva Tahiti competitions. Distinctive accomplishments indeed since the rules of competi‐
tion are stringent, the par‐
ticipants many and the pres‐
sure to perform could probably be compared to being selected as a finalist on the TV show “So You Think You Can Dance”. Our visitors from Tahiti pro‐
vided excellent instruction to the workshop participants and were great ambassadors for sharing the beautiful mu‐
sic and dance of Tahiti. New relationships begin and strong friendships develop. We hope to have you back again soon Stellio, Heivanui, Falea and Jeremie’ here in San Diego! Written by: Velma Tajalle‐
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Hura Tahiti Nui
Tahitian Masters
“Under the lead of Mr. Stellio Tairio, this group
has showcased several workshops throughout the
world: Hawaii, New Zealand, Australia and
Europe…”
Pictured Above
Master Instructor:
Falea Fairua
Award winning
“Best Vahine
Dancer”
Heiva Tahiti 2009
Pictured Above
Master Instructor:
Jeremie’ Kalsbeek
Award winning
“Best Tane
Dancer”
Heiva Tahiti 2012
Photo credit:
Mata No Tahiti
Photo credit:
Mata No Tahiti
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Pictured at right:
Master Drummers,
Instructors and
Musicians the Father and son team
of Hura Tahiti Nui,
Stellio Tairio and
son, Heivanui
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San Diego
Masters Workshop
Photos courtesy of: Michael Taitingfong, Nancy Hom, Velma Tajalle‐Gajo, Rob Woods HEIVA
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Iorana,
From all of us at Heiva San Diego/
Reva Tahiti Productions to all of
you and your loved ones, we wish
you much love and blessings for a
holiday season filled with beautiful
memories.
Iaorana i te Noera
e te Matahiti Api
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Hura Tapairu—An Expression of Creativity
Hura Tapairu’s appeal to some is the occasion for flexibility in costume design, choreography and music selection. A blending of the modern with the traditional, creativity is highly encouraged and applauded by the judges. This competition has gained in popularity and become more visible since its inception through local TV and media coverage. Written by: Velma Tajalle‐Gajo Photo credit: http://static.tahiti-vacances.com/site/images/events/huratapairu-2012ban.jpg
Hura Tapairu – The literal translation Hura “native dance or play” and Tapairu “a young woman that is an attendant on a chief woman” (Frederic Vernier, 1851). Today, Hura Tapairu is the Tahitian dance competition held during the last week of November through the first week of December. Started in 2004 by the “La Maison de la Culture” (The House of Culture) it is a competition that encourages and affords the smaller dance troupes of Tahiti an opportunity for public per‐
formance before the big Heiva event in July. Photo credit: http://www.lesnouvelles.pf/media_lesnouvelles/
imagecache/diaporama_auto_affichage/np-hura-tapairu-np-hura
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lifelong memories are made
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See you ALL next year!
Be prepared to compete in America’s Finest City at
Heiva San Diego
"Dream, Dancing, Drumming, and Emotions" are
the keywords of this exciting event in San
Diego. Come discover with us Tahiti Ultimate
Dance Competition and our Culture:
August 09, 10 & 11, 2013!”
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A View of the past and a Vision for the future of TAHITI!
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Stories, Tales And Legends
Tahitian culture is perpetuated in different ways
through its people. Songs,
chants and dances were
some of the forms used in
times when there was no
written language to relate
important historic events,
lessons learned in life, the
characteristics and genealogy
of the royal families, war,
great achievements, etc. The
songs and
dances of Tahiti
were the most
common and
visible methods of relating
stories of the gods and demigods of old to younger generations however the introduction of written language
has now made it possible to
share with you the beautiful
stories, tales and legends of
Tahiti via the internet and
this newsletter. We welcome the submission of
other author’s contributions
of stories as they relate to
Tahitian culture to share
with our subscribers.
“We welcome
To submit your work
please email a MSWord
doc to:
relate to
[email protected]
the submission
of other
author’s
contributions of
stories as they
Tahitian culture
to share with
our subscribers.“
The Fa’imano and Hiro’s Birth Legend
Taha’a, the vanilla island has several treasures including its
beautiful legends. Among them, there is the one telling the
story of Fa’imano and the birth of Hiro…
At the time when Taha’a was still called Uporu, lived a very
beautiful young woman, Fa’ imano. She lived in Faaaha with
her husband and their children. One day, a large Polynesian
canoe docked in the North of the island… It was Moeterauri,
intrepid navigator and high ranked warrior who had just left his
island of Bora Bora to go towards the South.
However, his canoe’s sail lacked an essential part made out of
a rare wood, which he thought he would find on Uporu. He
started to search for this wood and went towards the South of
the island, by crossing through the pass to
the high valley, while following the Tevainui
river…
There he saw the charming Fa’ imano who
was having a bath. He stopped, admired her
and approached her. Fa’imano and Moeterauri fell for one another and had a love affair
for 2 nights. Before leaving, the navigator told
Fa’imano: “From our union a son will be born,
he will have red eyes and will have a birthmark in the form of a “veri” along the spine.
You will call him Hiro-ma-ho’ata, in the name
of these two nights we shared.”.
As expected, Fa’ imano gave birth to Hiro, a
famous navigator of Taha’a. “Te fanaura’a”,
the place where Fa’imano gave birth is facing
the Mount Mou’a Roa.
Nowadays, it is still possible to see there, at
the foot of a “tumu maep” (Tahitian chestnut
tree), the up right stone against which she
leaned, stones against which she put her feet,
and the stone where she broke her
waters.
(Source : Tahiti Tourisme)
Photo Credit: http://www.transpacificproject.com/
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Poulet FaFa
- (Tahitian chicken with taro leaves)
Poulet fafa is a traditional part of a Tahitian ahima'a, or pit barbeque. If using
taro leaves, make sure to follow the initial step to avoid a mouth on fire. The
leaves must be cooked in saltwater first to remove irritating cacium oxalate
from the leaves.
Photo credit: http://
media.paperblog.fr/
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“Taro leaves
can be fairly
difficult to
find, so
spinach is a
perfectly
respectable
substitute. “
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Add back the chicken pieces and the stock or water, salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes. Ingredients 4. Add the taro leaves or spinach and simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the chicken is ‐ Taro leaves (fafa), or spinach, chopped ‐‐ 1 1/2 pounds tender. ‐ Oil ‐‐ 2‐3 tablespoons 5. Stir the cornstarch or arrowroot into 2 or 3 ‐ Chicken thighs ‐‐ 1 1/2 pounds ‐ Onions, finely chopped ‐‐ 2 tablespoons of cold water and then stir the ‐ Garlic, minced ‐‐ 2‐4 cloves slurry into the simmering sauce to thicken it ‐ Gingerroot, minced ‐‐ 1‐inch piece lightly. Stir in coconut cream to finish and serve ‐ Stock or water ‐‐ 1 1/2 cups ‐ Salt and pepper ‐‐ to taste over rice. ‐ Cornstarch or arrowroot Poulet Fafa Variations ‐‐ 2 or 3 teaspoons If using frozen spinach, thaw first, then squeeze Coconut cream (see notes) ‐‐ 1 cup dry before adding to the simmering chicken. Preparation: Notes 1. If using taro leaves, bring a large pot of Coconut cream is the thick coconut milk that salted water to a boil. Add the taro leaves, rises to the top of a can of coconut milk. Don't reduce heat and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes. shake the can before you open it and you can Drain and squeeze dry. If using spinach, skip skim it right off the top. this step and proceed to Step 2. 2. Heat the oil over medium‐high flame in a Bon Appétit! large pot. Brown the chicken on all sides in SOURCE:
the hot oil and remove to a plate. 3. Sauté the onion, garlic and ginger in the http://www.whats4eats.com/poultry/poulet-fafarecipe
remaining oil until the onion is translucent. To prepare 4—6 servings You will need the following SAN
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Ia Orana!
Presents
Heiva San Diego
Ia Orana, Manava, Maeva!
As the President of Reva Tahiti Productions, I write to you with tremendous pride in this
organization’s ability to promote friendship, understanding, and cultural awareness between French Polynesia, the Pacific Islander Communities and the U.S.A.
The upcoming Heiva San Diego 2013 theme is “Natira’a” which means a tie, or a knot. It
will be represented by the Pacific Triangle. Our Pacific Island Communities will come to
celebrate with us this very special connection.
Friday August 09 is our Pageant for Miss Heiva and Mr. Heiva 2013 and by sunset we will
have our Gala dinner followed by our grand Tahitian Dance Show, a fashion exhibit and
crowning of Miss Heiva and Mr. Heiva 2013. Our celebration continues on Saturday August 10 and Sunday August 11 for our Solo, Couples and Group Dance Competitions.
All of these goals and events could not be accomplished without the incredible support
of your contribution and interest in participating in our Heiva San Diego 2013.
Mauru’uru roa (thank you in Tahitian) for your participation to this exciting event, and we
look forward to seeing you on August 09, 10 & 11, 2013!
Lindsay Reva McNicol
www.heivasandiego.com
www.revatahitiproductions.com