HBHS Kapa Haka

Hamilton Boys’ High School Kapa Haka group is one of three groups representing Tainui in the National Competitions being held this week. They have had eleven wananga (intensive live-in rehearsal and training sessions) to date this year in preparation for the competition, and will perform on Wednesday at 1.00pm in Rotorua. Competition is fierce – HBHS will be up against 39 other schools. We placed in the top three during the regional competition at the end of last year, so started building towards this meeting before Christmas.

 

The focus during preparation has been on developing one group with one sound, and cultivating a mature vocal style amongst what is a relatively young team. HBHS Kapa Haka has been asked to perform for the Maori King during coronation celebrations next month, which is an excellent opportunity for the group to gain more stage experience. The boys will also be performing at the Hauraki Festival, with a wide range of secondary and primary groups.

 

If you would like to watch our Kapa Haka group in action, they will perform at the Maori and Pacific Islander Awards at the end of the year, as well as at HBHS and HGHS assemblies. We wish them all the best for Wednesday.