Intro
In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Hōkūleʻa's maiden voyage to Tahiti, the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra joins forces with conductor Francesco Lecce-Chong, the Oʻahu Choral Society and the Polynesian Voyaging Society to present, for the first time, Michael-Thomas Foumai’s complete choral symphony, Raise Hawaiki.
Inspired by the legendary voyages of Hōkūleʻa and the powerful words of Eddie Aikau and Nainoa Thompson, experience the trials and triumphs of Polynesian voyaging with captivating visual projections of historical photos alongside video from the current Moananuiākea voyage.
This momentous evening opens with a powerful oli, offered by original and next‑generation Hōkūleʻa crewmembers - setting the tone through ancestral voice, lived experience, and the strength of an enduring legacy. Guided by narration from acclaimed actor Moses Goods, the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra presents a sweeping, immersive work brought to life with stunning visual projections.
Together, music, story, and image trace the trials, triumphs, and unbroken spirit of Polynesian voyaging, honoring Hōkūleʻa not only as a historical moment, but as a movement that reshaped cultural memory and continues to navigate the future.
Ticket holders: We invite you to join us in the auditorium at 3:00 PM for pre-concert conversation.
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Francesco Lecce-Chong, conductor
Oʻahu Choral Society
Moses Goods, narrator
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Michael-Thomas Foumai – Raise Hawaiki Part 1 (World Premiere)
Intermission
Michael-Thomas Foumai – Raise Hawaiki Part 2 (World Premiere)
Program and artists are subject to change.
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