A karanga is the formal call used for a variety of occasions
Karanga - What is It?
A karanga is the formal call used for a variety of occasions and usually preceeds the mihi, or speeches.
Steeped in tikanga, the Karanga is more than just a call, but it is a spiritual connection to those who have gone before us. It epitomises mana wahine.
For a full explanation of what a karanga is, visit the Stage 4 - Karanga section of the Pohiri.
Tikanga Index