Maori Performing Arts

Maori Performing Arts

Haka

A Haka is a Maori ceremonial war dance involving chanting, an imitation of which is performed by New Zealand rugby teams before a match.

Music

Traditional Maori music or Te Puoro Maori is composed or performed by Maori, the native people of New Zealand, and includes a wide variety of folk music style, often integrated with poetry and dance. 

Tattoos

Tattoos in Maori are called Ta Moko. Ta moko is the permanent body and face marking by
Maori. Traditionally it is distinct from tattoo and tatau in that the skin was carved by uhi (chisels) rather than punctured. This left the skin with grooves, rather than a smooth surface.  

Clothing

Māori clothing and adornment – kākahu Māori. Traditionally, Māori made their clothes and adornments from native plants, and bird and animal skins. There was a great variety of garments, including many kinds of cloaks.