KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS CHILDREN'S CHORUS - HO' ONANI KAKOU IA IA

Description: I could not find this CD on ANY other platforms as of 9/27/24 below is a review from the school. As a five-time nominee for previous albums, the childrens chorus won their first N Hk Hanohano award for the Christmas album, Hoonani Kkou I Ia in the Religious Album of the Year category. Above are some of the keiki whose voices graced the album (top left, clockwise): Oliko Hudgens, Ava Lola, Colton Bright and Chloe Kia-Cox-Bongo. A legacy 31 years in the making: KSK Childrens Chorus wins first Hk Award Dec. 15, 2020 Contributed by Communication Group Staff For more than 30 years,Lynell Brighthas nurtured the voices and talent of countless haumna as the director of the Kamehameha Schools Childrens Chorus. Made up of 100 students ages 9 through 12, the choir performs classic and original mele in English and lelo Hawaii with aloha, big smiles, and signature dance moves. This year, the musical group was recognized with a prestigious N Hk Hanohano Award for the Christmas album Hoonani Kkou I Ia. As a five-time nominee for previous albums, the childrens chorus brought home their first win to Kaplama in the Religious Album of the Year category. I am really proud to be a part of the childrens chorus and win such an awesome award for our music, saidJaden Nakamaejo, a choir member and KS Kpalama sixth grader. This award means so much to me and my friends because we worked so hard to learn the songs. Though the choir cant sing together due to the pandemic, this award is a bright spot not only for the students but also for all involved. N Hk Hanohano Award-winning musical trio Keauhou harmonized alongside the haumna in the recording studio to create the mele Christmas Love. This specific award serves to remind Hawaiis music community that the voices of our keiki are right up there with the rest of Hawaiis musical stars, saidZachary Lum KSK10of Keauhou, whose members also includeJonah Solatorio KSK10, andNicholas Lum KSK12. The win is also a testament to Bright, whose lessons go beyond vocal scales and harmonies, instilling discipline in her haumna that carries over into all aspects of their lives. We expect the haumna to klia i ka nuu (strive to reach the summit); to give their very best, Bright said. We also want them to succeed and feel good about themselves and their efforts. Most of all, I hope that the members know how much they are loved, and I think that goes a long way in motivating them. ForCrystal Nakamaejo KSK01, a performing arts assistant at KS Kaplama Elementary School, bringing this album to life with Bright and the childrens chorus was a dream come true. My favorite part of working on this album was having the privilege to work with someone who has always been a role model for me, Nakamaejo said about Bright. I was able to witness her faithfulness in prayer, stellar musicianship and amazing kumu qualities throughout the entire process. Nakamaejo and Bright collaborated with producers, guest artists, songwriters and music engineers to record and release this album in a matter of months and just in time for the holidays last year. One of the most memorable experiences for the young musicians was bringing the joy of Christmas to a real-life studio in the middle of summer. Bringing the haumna into the studio is always such a meaningful experience for them, Nakamaejo said. We made lots of mistakes, sang tracks over and over again, but all while building pilina together, as they shared their gifts of singing for this project. Among the classic ballads of Silent Night and Joy to the World, the album also features original songs like The Kamehameha 12 Days of Christmas and more. I cant pick a favorite song because each one has something special about it that I love, Bright said. With original arrangements, exceptional guest artists, or heartwarming meanings each song has distinct elements that make it one of a kind. This project gave haumna the unique opportunity to learn from and sing alongside talented local groups and musicians like Keauhou, Jana Alcain,Blayne Asing KSK08, Maila Gibson-Bandmann,Malia Kaai-Barrett KSK85,Kimie MinerKSK03, Cory Oliveros, andChelsey Sagon KSK20. Many of these gifted guest artists are alumni of KS and the childrens chorus, including the members of Keauhou, who consider the choir to be a vital part of their musical journey. Looking back, I reflect on the fact that learning songs and performing them with our classmates not only taught us about the importance of knowing your lyrics, knowing your voice part and performing them well but also, making sure that we enjoyed it all, Lum added. The creation of this album was truly a kkou effort and wouldnt be possible without music programmer and engineerDavid Kauahikaua KSK73, music assistantRachel Justice KSK'07, songwriterTimothy Bright KSK13,and many more.

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Location: Honolulu, Hawaii

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