CD COLLECTION: An Introduction to Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar


Item Number: 135

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $100

Online Close: Nov 7, 2010 8:00 PM PST

Bid History: 3 bids - Item Sold!





Description

Ki ho'alu (Slack Key) is the name for the finger-style guitar tradition unique to Hawaii. First introduced the island culture by Hawaiian cowboys in the early 1800s, this evocative world music is characterized by a variety of tunings and the wealth of deep feelings each individual artist brings to the music. Set features 5 CDs:


1. Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Masters Instrumental Collection


2. Ray Kane – Punahele


3. Ledward Kaapana – Led Live Solo


4. Moses Kahumoku – Ho'okupu (The Gift)


5. Ki Ho' Alu Christmas

Special Instructions

Proceeds raised from the sale of this item will go to support Guitars in the Classroom.


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Since 1998, Guitars in the Classroom (GITC) has been inspiring, training and equipping classroom teachers to integrate music making across the academic curriculum through "song-based instruction" so students of all ages have educational, musical access and opportunity at school every day. Guitars in the Classroom's work prepares educators and specialists to lead music, confidently employing it as a dynamic tool for reaching all learners, teaching all subjects, and building character, creativity and community. Learn more about GITC's work at home and abroad at guitarsintheclassroom.org

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