What is loina (Hawaiian protocol)? It is the right behavior conducted at the appropriate time by the proper people, presented to the correct recipients, toward a positive and significant end. Protocol. almost always involves words, presented usually in the form of oli.

What is Hawaiian chanting?

The Oli (Hawaiian Chant) falls into two broad categories, mele oli and mele hula. Mele oli are chants delivered with no musical instruments and are generally performed by one individual. However, mele hula are chants accompanied by dance and or musical instruments and are often performed by a group.

What are the main points of Na Hana kupono?

• It focuses the attention of all participants to the task at hand.
• It evokes respect in the form of silence and attention on the part of the recipients.
• It prepares the participants to engage seriously in what will follow.