Maewa Kaihau
Maewa Kaihau | |
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Kaihau, unknown date | |
| Born | Louisa Flavell 1879 Whangaroa, New Zealand |
| Died | 27 February 1941 (aged 61–62) Auckland, New Zealand |
| Other names | Louisa Maewa Molesworth |
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| Notable work | "Now Is the Hour" (arrangement and Māori words) |
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| Children | 8 |
Erima Maewa Kaihau (née Flavell; 1879 – 27 February 1941) was a New Zealand composer, pianist and music teacher, sometimes known as Louisa Maewa Molesworth. She is best known for her contributions to the song "Now Is the Hour", and composed several other popular songs in both Māori and English.