Haka pōwhiri is a chant sometimes used in the rituals of formal welcoming (pōwhiri see further down in blog). The purpose is likened to that of of hauling a waka (large canoe) to shore. In the case of haka pōwhiri, the guests or manuhiri, are 'hauled onto the marae' by the home people (hunga kāinga) with a rope woven during the karanga process.
In the following video clip is a perfect example of a haka pōwhiri. This one is performed by senior students of Rutherford College who are welcoming new entrants (Yr 9) to their school. The karanga or call of the girls draws the crowd forward, with the support of the haka behind.
Saturday, May 31, 2008
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