Genoa Keawe was born on October 31, 1918 in O'ahu, Hawaiʻi. She grew up singing in her Mormon Church choir, where her love for singing first started. Her professional career began in 1939, singing for bandstand shows in Kailua. Before World War II, she also sang at officers clubs and other military clubs with the George Hookano Dance Band. Genoa is known for her amazing falsetto singing, bell yodeling, and her ability to hold a note for over two minutes, recording her beautiful leo over approxim
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Genoa Keawe was born on October 31, 1918 in O'ahu, Hawaiʻi. She grew up singing in her Mormon Church choir, where her love for singing first started. Her professional career began in 1939, singing for bandstand shows in Kailua. Before World War II, she also sang at officers clubs and other military clubs with the George Hookano Dance Band. Genoa is known for her amazing falsetto singing, bell yodeling, and her ability to hold a note for over two minutes, recording her beautiful leo over approxim
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Genoa Keawe And Her Hula Maids - Hanauma
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FROM THE ARCHIVES... Aunty Genoa Keawe and granddaughter Pōmaikaʻi perform together in this Nā Mele episode from 2001. They can really hold a note! WATCH FULL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1j6MhRVF-Ec | PBS Hawai‘i
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FROM THE ARCHIVES... Aunty Genoa Keawe and granddaughter Pōmaikaʻi perform together in this Nā Mele episode from 2001. They can really hold a note! WATCH FULL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1j6MhRVF-Ec | PBS Hawai‘i
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On this #ThrowbackThursday, enjoy this clip featuring Aunty Genoa Keawe, Violet Pahu Lilikoi and Owana Salazar from an episode that aired in 1994. “Hawaiian music is Hawaiian music. It’s not chalangalang. Because there’s always someone here to sing Hawaiian songs in Hawaiian style. It’ll never be lost.” — Aunty Genoa Keawe Sponsored by @vibecreativemarketing #pbs #pbshawaii #hawaii #hawaiianmusic #alika | PBS Hawai‘i
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On this #ThrowbackThursday, enjoy this clip featuring Aunty Genoa Keawe, Violet Pahu Lilikoi and Owana Salazar from an episode that aired in 1994. “Hawaiian music is Hawaiian music. It’s not chalangalang. Because there’s always someone here to sing Hawaiian songs in Hawaiian style. It’ll never be lost.” — Aunty Genoa Keawe Sponsored by @vibecreativemarketing #pbs #pbshawaii #hawaii #hawaiianmusic #alika | PBS Hawai‘i
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Genoa Keawe And Her Hawaiians - Rhythm Of The Islands (Vocals In Hula Tempo)
Genoa Keawe And Her Hawaiians - Rhythm Of The Islands (Vocals In Hula Tempo)
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Genoa Keawe And Her Hawaiians / Mabel Kekino With The "K" Sisters - Nawiliwili / Pua Mana
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Hauʻoli lā hānau e Aunty Genoa Keawe! She would have turned 104 years old today! Known as the Queen of Cha-lang-a-lang, a master of leo haʻi (a Hawaiian-style yodel), and one of the most memorable soprano voices you will ever hear, Aunty Genoa has had a profound influence on Hawaiian music that began in the latter half of the 20th century. She was able to perform for audiences both locally and abroad in places such as Canada, Japan, Tonga, Tahiti, across the continental U.S. (Pacific & Atlantic
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Hauʻoli lā hānau e Aunty Genoa Keawe! She would have turned 104 years old today! Known as the Queen of Cha-lang-a-lang, a master of leo haʻi (a Hawaiian-style yodel), and one of the most memorable soprano voices you will ever hear, Aunty Genoa has had a profound influence on Hawaiian music that began in the latter half of the 20th century. She was able to perform for audiences both locally and abroad in places such as Canada, Japan, Tonga, Tahiti, across the continental U.S. (Pacific & Atlantic
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Pomaika’i performs her tutu Genoa Keawe’s legendary mele “Alika”
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Singer/musician Pomaika‘i Lyman grew up under the guidance of a talented musical family, the Keawe Aiko ‘ohana. Her special mentor was none other than a beloved and legendary voice in Hawaiian music, her grandmother, Genoa Keawe. She steps into the spotlight in this episode of Na Mele: Traditions in Hawaiian Song. Tonight @ 7:30. | PBS Hawai‘i
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Hawaiian word of the day 🌸 Pōmaikaʻi: Means “blessed” or “good fortune.” 🏝️❤️ | Kualoa Ranch
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Lokahi Puaoi on Instagram: "Enjoy this rare gem of Aunty Genoa Keawe Performing “Alika”. The Hawaiian song “Alika” is about a ship named the Arctic that docked in Kauai in the 1770s. The song is known for its risqué double meaning, which is common in Hawaiian songs. 🎥 - @kokuafilms YouTube. 🎶🎵🎧🔥 Happy Sunday Cuzzzo’s Take a moment and hold a NOTE* like aunty “Genoa” would!!!! #hawaiianmele #mele #music #hawaiianmusic #hawaiian"
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