The Mouth Harp
The Mouth Harp
Our exploration of the indigenous instruments of the Moana begins with an epic journey across the Pacific to uncover the secrets of the mouth harp, an instrument that boasts one of the largest global footprints and a rich history spanning over a millennium. In this episode, host Tau’ili’ili Alpha Maiava explores the mouth harp’s cultural significance across Tonga, Vanuatu, Fiji, and the Cook Islands, tracing its past and examining its place in contemporary life.
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Host: Tau’ili’ili Alpha Maiava
Knowledge holders: Tu’ifonualava Kaivelata, Mitaera Ngatae Teatuakaro ‘Papa Mike’ Tavioni (BEM), Edgar Hinge, Simione Sevudredre
Written by: Tau’ili’ili Alpha Maiava
Directed by: Tau’ili’ili Alpha Maiava & Guy Pigden
Filmed & Edited by: Campfire Studios NZ
Director of Photography: Isaac Newcombe
Production Lead: Will Flemming
Editor: Sam Wheeler
Graphics: Ben Ashby
Soundscape: Tomas Iglesias
Sound design & mix: Envy Studios
Colourist: Dave Mclaren
Research Assistant: Huni Mancini
Cultural Advisors: Tu’ifonualava Kaivelata, Ma’ara Maeva, Dionne Fonoti
Locations:
Tongatapu, Kingdom of Tonga
Wellington, NZ
Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Auckland, NZ
Special thanks to:
Archive of Māori and Pacific Sound
Vanuatu Culture Center
Gallery Tavioni & Vananga
Alexander Turnbull Library
Auckland War Memorial Museum I Tāmaki Paenga Hira
Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision
Ministry of Culture & Heritage
Mahi Moana Inc.
Tagata Moana Cultural Lead: Mahi Moana Incorporated
Produced by: SOUNZ Centre for New Zealand Music I Toi te Arapūoru
This film is supported by funding from Manatū Taonga | The Ministry for Culture and Heritage.
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