Prior to the arrival of Europeans, the music of Tahiti was dominated by festivals called heiva. Dancing was a vital part of Tahitian life then, and dances were used to celebrate, pray and mark almost every occasion of life. Examples include the men's 'ote'a dance and the couple's 'upa'upa.
Professional dance troupes called 'arioi were common, and they moved around the various islands and communities dancing highly sensually and erotically. In the early 19th century, however, colonial laws severely restricted these and other dances, which were considered immoral. Herman Melville celebrated one such dance (he called it the 'lori-lori') for its sensuality. They were replaced instead ...
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Sounds like the theme tune from Spongebob Square pants. Aloha? Oe (Farewell to Thee) is a song that was written by Queen Liliuokalani (1838-1917), the last reigning queen of Hawai? i. Aloha Oe, Liliuokalani's most famous song, was inspired by a horseback trip she took in 1877 to the windward side, Instrumental, Hawaiian, Tahiti
An upbeat, yet reflective song with a Hawaiian, calypso, tropical vibe. The simple and effective instrumentation of ukelele, dulcimer, and sparse island percussion make this fun and thoughtful piece perfect for corporate commercials, indie films, vacation videos, movie, tv radio, background music. Instrumental, Hawaiian, Tahiti
Upbeat, lively drums from Tahiti and Polynesia. Party sound of drums later combines with soft, mellow sounds of Ukelele. Instrumental, Hawaiian, Tahiti
Beautiful, warm, bright, inspiring, happy, positive acoustic instrumental production music. Driven by acoustic guitars and ukulele payed themes, cool acoustic drum beat with bongos plus kalimba and steel-pan sequences makes it the perfect corporate, commercial advertising track. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate World Beat
Vacation! Holiday! Summer! Here we go! Beautiful, warm, positive, uplifting, fun, happy, joyful, bright, inspiring acoustic instrumental production music. Driven by mainly ukulele played themes, cool acoustic drum beat plus kalimba and steel-pan sequences makes it perfect for corporate & commercials, Instrumental, Hawaiian, Hawaii
Summer Holiday Vacation Here we go! Tropical Islands! Blue Lagoon! Waves & Sand Yeah! Acoustic, warm, positive, fun, happy, bright, inspiring instrumental production music. Driven by ukulele played chord riffs, cool acoustic drum beat with percussion plus kalimba and guitar sequences makes it perfe, Instrumental, Hawaiian, Hawaii
Like relaxing in light blue water while the sunset slowly becomes dark pink, this Hawaiian-inspired track is calming, light and cheerful. Based around a few ukulele chords, the arrangement has a timeless feel, flavored with resonate, vocal oohs, whistles and resonator guitar. Perfect for shows with, Vocal Pads, Hawaiian, Hawaii
This Pacific Island-inspired track evokes the pleasant, gracious and easy ways of island life. Soft finger plucks of nylon strings on guitar and ukulele create this track’s uncomplicated and charming melody and chords. This is a cheerful fit for vacation or travel docs, vlogs or shows, also light, Instrumental, Folk, Finger-Picked Guitar
A soft and moving piece of music evoking memories or even a wistful look to the future. Calm, relaxed and with a feel of summer. Fits equally with a broken heart or a new romance, Instrumental, Hawaiian, Tahiti
One of the world’s greatest music festivals: The Tiurai, July Fete, of “Heiva i Tahiti”, a spectacular annual inter-island dance and singing competition held in the capital Pape’ete. Mixed Vocals, Hawaiian, Tahiti
Tahiti Festival of Life. Driving and pulsating native South Sea Pacific Island sounds, drums and percussion. Lively, exciting, celebrating and meaningful sounds of native Tahitians. Buildup to fast drum beats at end and native male voice yelling "Hey!". Instrumental, Hawaiian, Tahiti
A hint of the south sea islands track. Uses, kick drum guitars slide guitars. commercials. movies and TV. Internet Radio beach scenes, Instrumental, Hawaiian, Tahiti
Music from the Pacific Island of Tahiti. This track is very fast, with a strong tribal influence, lots of percussion, conch shell drones, and a playful flute melody. Instrumental, Hawaiian, Tahiti
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