He Ara Pūoro (A Pathway of Song) is a collaboration between Richard Nunns and RNZ, where Richard plays and describes the many traditional Māori instruments in his collection.
For 30 years Richard Nunns, Brian Flintoff and the late Hirini Melbourne travelled New Zealand talking to elders about traditional Māori instruments, their voices and functions. He Ara Pūoro (A Pathway of Song) gives listeners an entry-point into that journey.
Each feature has Richard playing an instrument and then talking about its individual history and context. Recorded by RNZ on location at Zealandia.
This audio is an educational aid to further the understanding of these musical taonga (treasures). Please respect the work of Richard, Hirini, Brian and the producers by not using this material in any other way.
Collection items
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Poi Āwhiowhio and Tuarōria (with Nīkau leaf)
Poi Āwhiowhio and Tuarōria (with Nīkau leaf) Audio
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Pūtōrino (Hine Raukatauri and Te ara ki te Kainga)
Pūtōrino (Hine Raukatauri and Te ara ki te Kainga) Audio
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Ngā uri o Waitaki (Nguru and Karanga Manu)
2 Feb 2012Ngā uri o Waitaki (Nguru and Karanga Manu) Audio
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Kohatu mahi rongoa and Porotiti rākau rewarewa
2 Feb 2012Kohatu mahi rongoa and Porotiti rākau rewarewa Audio
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Irirangi / Rangirua / Ororua (Kōauau, Pūtōrino and Pūkāea)
2 Feb 2012Irirangi / Rangirua / Ororua (Kōauau, Pūtōrino and Pūkāea) Audio
He Ara Pūoro (A Pathway of Song) could not have happened without the generous support of: Richard Nunns, Jamie Bull, the team at The Karori Wildlife Sanctuary (later re-named Zealandia), Hinemoana Baker, Roger Smith, Gareth Watkins, Chris Adams, Miles Rogers and Kate Mead. Arohanui.
He Ara Pūoro production team (L-R) Hinemoana Baker, Richard Nunns, Roger Smith, Gareth Watkins, Chris Adams. Photo: RNZ
We welcome any feedback on the instruments or features - please email RNZ Concert your thoughts. If you would like to know more about Richard you can visit his website.