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TARIAN JOGET JOHORE SPORTS CLUB
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Introduction and history
"Joget Johore Sports Club" is one of the songs accompanying joget, a traditional Malay dance widely popular in Malaysia, particularly in the state of Johor. Joget is believed to have originated from the Portuguese dance Branyo, introduced during the Portuguese colonisation of Malacca. Over time, joget evolved into a significant aspect of Malay culture, with various songs, such as "Joget Johore Sports Club," composed to accompany this dance. The dance was initially performed during the Royal Banquet of Johor, using a ghazal Johor song with a joget rhythm titled "Johore Sports Club," composed by the “Father of Johor Ghazal,” the late Tuan Hj. Musa bin Yusuff, also known as Pak Lomak.
Initially, the dance lacked structured movements and was performed spontaneously, resembling joget lambak. The movements followed the rhythm and tempo of the accompanying music. The dance style includes basic joget steps, serampang, kunang-kunang mabuk, and ends with choreographed sequences. The movements showcase the elegance and grace closely associated with Malay society.
The joget dance serves as a medium of entertainment and social interaction, often performed at weddings, celebrations, and cultural festivals. It reflects the cultural identity of the Malays and plays a role in strengthening social bonds within the community. Songs such as "Joget Johore Sports Club" add diversity and richness to the musical repertoire that accompanies the dance.
Dancers typically wear traditional Malay attire. Male dancers don baju Melayu complete with samping and songkok, while female dancers wear baju kebaya labuh complemented with a hair bun or floral adornment. The costumes are often colour-coordinated to enhance harmony and aesthetic appeal during the performance.
The joget performance is accompanied by traditional musical instruments, including:
Gendang (drums): Providing the foundational rhythm for the accompanying music.
Violin: Adding melodic elements to the musical ensemble.
Gong: Marking transitions in the music and dance sequences.
A joget performance involves several key steps:
Preparation of Dancers and Musicians: Ensuring the costumes and musical instruments are in optimal condition.
Rehearsal: Dancers and musicians rehearse together to synchronise movements and music.
Performance: Dancers perform in pairs with quick footwork and graceful hand movements, following the rhythm of the music.
Although no specific figure is directly associated with "Joget Johore Sports Club," the joget dance has been championed and preserved by numerous individuals and artistic groups in Malaysia. Their efforts have ensured the continued relevance of the dance, maintaining its role as a vital component of the nation's cultural and artistic heritage.
Reference Source
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Fadzril Nidzam, I. (2018). Oral transmission and stylistic issues in Malay Asli song in Johor/Fadzril Nidzam Ishak (Doctoral dissertation, University of Malaya).
Nor, M. A. M. (1990). The Zapin Melayu dance of Johor: from village to a national performance tradition. University of Michigan.
Chopyak, J. D. (1986). Music in modern Malaysia: A survey of the musics affecting the development of Malaysian popular music. Asian Music, 18(1), 111-138.
Ishak, F. N. (2018). Oral transmission and stylistic issues in Malay Asli Song in Johor (Master's thesis, University of Malaya (Malaysia)).
Beng, T. S. (2005). From folk to national popular music: Recreating ronggeng in Malaysia. Journal of Musicological Research, 24(3/4), 287.
Nor, M. A. M. (2023). Engaging Ronggeng Community—Reviving Malay Social Dance and Music Practices in the Twenty-First Century: A Keynote Address. Asian Music, 54(2), 57-76.
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State JKKN Contact Information
Puan Norazlina binti Othman
Cultural Officer
Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Negara, Johor
Aras 6 Kiri, Wisma PERKESO
No 26, Jalan Susur 5
Off Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Larkin
80200 Johor Bahru
JOHOR DARUL TAKZIM
07-224 8270 / 223 1249
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