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Dance in Malaysia. Dance in Malaysia encompasses dance traditions from many different ethic origins. Malay dances include Dance Dramas, Court Dramas, and Folk Dances. Other dances come from Javanese, Orang Asli, Portuguese, Siamese, Dayak, Moro, and Chinese traditions. This article includes a list of dances, organised by ethic origin.
Nhã nhạc. v. t. e. Joget ( Jawi: جوڬيت) is a traditional Malay dance that originated in Malacca in the colonial era. It was influenced by the Portuguese dance of Branyo which is believed to have been spread to Malacca during the spice trade. In Malacca, joget dance is better known as Chakunchak. [ 1] The dance is one of the most popular ...
In Malaysia, Zapin is mostly associated with the Malaysian southern state of Johor. [ 10 ] [ 11 ] In Indonesia , Zapin is mostly associated and classified as part of Malay cultures especially in terms of traditional dances and traditions in Malay-populated areas in Sumatra , Riau Islands , Bangka Belitung Islands , and Kalimantan .
Mak Inang. Mak Inang ( Jawi: مق عناڠ) is a traditional Malay dance that originated from the time of Malacca Sultanate. The dance is accompanied by a unique music which is believed to have been composed by the order of Sultan Mahmud Shah of Malacca. [1]
Tamils, Malayalees, and Telugu people make up over 85 percent of the people of Indian origin in the country. Indian immigrants to Malaysia brought with them the Hindu and Sikh cultures. This included temples and Gurdwaras, cuisine, and clothing. Hindu tradition remains strong in the Indian community of Malaysia.
Sewang dance. Sewang is a traditional dance performed by the aboriginal Orang Asli people of Malaysia. [ 1] Originally the dance was performed for funeral, for thanksgiving, or to treat the sick or wounded, [ 2] and now it is also used to entertain foreign travelers. [ 3] It involves dancing in a circle to music produced from bamboo.
Ulek mayang ( Jawi: اولق مايڠ) is a classical Malay dance from the state of Terengganu in Malaysia. [1] It is a ritualistic dance performed to appease or invoke the spirits of the sea and is always accompanied by a unique song also called Ulek Mayang. An orchestra comprising drums, gong, violin and accordion accompanies the dance.
Saba dance (Malay: Tarian Saba) is a traditional Malay dance originated in the state of Terengganu, Malaysia. It is a ritualistic dance that was used for healing purposes. [1] The dance are usually performed in the evenings which can be held for about two or three days. Before such performance could be held, the lead performer called Abang ...