Hawaiian Puniu - Coconut Knee Drum Hairsticks The craft of weaving lauhala

The craft of weaving lauhala has been passed down throughout the generations from ancient Polynesia to todays local handicrafters

This ka (approx

these shells washed up on the pristine shores of the island of Niue

has the Pahu Tupa'i Rima

teriyaki chicken

Hawaiian Puniu - Coconut Knee Drum Hairsticks The craft of weaving lauhalaTraditionally, in ancient times, the puniu was played with the pahu to accompany the hula. The puniu produces a high pitched sound when struck. In the seated position, the chanter or drummer would tie the puniu to the thigh and strike the drum in alternating and contrasting beats with the deep sounding pahu. The puniu is made of a large polished coconut shell. The top portion of the shell is removed to produce a "cup" shape. This forms the resonant