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Perkampungan Portugis, Melaka 75050 Melaka

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TARIAN GOLEK-GOLEK ETNIK PORTUGIS

Tarian Golek-Golek was created by a Malacca Portuguese musician, Senior Noel Felix, around fifty years ago, inspired by a song called Serampa or Golek-Golek. Golek-golek means 'twirling' in a lively atmosphere, danced in pairs, whose moves and floor patterns are to highlight joy and bliss. The golek-golek song is characterized by the lingo of Malay songs, a symbol of Portuguese and Malay cultures assimilation. For the unversed, the Malacca Portuguese is a community existing in Malacca since the early 16th century. Initially they came to trade, but later settled here by marrying the locals.  As a result, the Portuguese Serani was born.  Assimilating the local culture, and being well-received by the locals, their settlement at present is the Portuguese Village of Kampung Ujong Pasir, Banda Hilir, Malacca (Sa'adiah Ma'alip & Rahilah Omar, 2017).<div> </div> ...

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CUSTOMS AND CULTURE OF THE BIDAYUH - SALAKO SUBGROU: THE NGONCONG RITUAL

Sarawak is the largest state in Malaysia, renowned for its diversity of ethnicities, religions, cultures, and customs. One of the ethnic subgroups that has preserved its unique traditional customs is the Bidayuh Salako, who predominantly reside in Lundu, Sematan, and several coastal villages in Sarawak. While the Bidayuh community is generally known as an inland people, the Salako subgroup has been more exposed to maritime and coastal cultural influences due to their geographical location. Within the Salako community, there is a particularly significant custom that has been passed down through generations known as Ngoncong. This ritual is deeply connected to spiritual beliefs, particularly concerning health, gratitude, spiritual renewal, and honoring ancestral spirits. It is not merely an ordinary ritual, but reflects the Salako philosophy of life, which emphasizes the balance between humans, nature, and spiritual forces as something highly significant. The Ngoncong ritual is believed to have been practiced since the early settlement of the Salako people in Kampung Pueh around the year 1875. Although many Salako people have since embraced Christianity, Ngoncong continues to be preserved as a cultural heritage that reflects the enduring respect for their ancestral spiritual values. This ritual cannot be conducted arbitrarily. Only individuals who are highly skilled and experienced, such as the “Panadek Koncong”, are authorized to lead the ceremony to avoid any disturbances from spirits or harm to the participants. It is believed that any errors during the performance of this ritual could lead to spiritual disturbances, such as possession or other undesirable consequences.<div> </div> ...

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No 14 Taman Desa Rhu, Lorong Desa Rhu 2, 70400 ...

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TEATER RANDAI

Randai is a theater, a specialty of Negeri Sembilan, as it narrates stories in poems.  The term ‘randai’ comes from ‘merandai’, which means composing or going round in an open area looking for a lost object.  There are a few versions narrating its origins and the most believed is that it originated in Minangkabau, Indonesia. As the Minang people migrated to Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, its theater grew into popularity here. Integrating and embodying folk-dancing, acting, singing, poem reciting, music and humor, randai actors doing so, moving in a circular patten.  Each randai theater casts twenty artists, called anak randai,.  These anak randai, remarkably immerse into voice, posture and facial expression, narrating the stories exclusively in metaphors and parables, the kaba and bakaba. Unlike the randai in West Sumatra, the one in Negeri Sembilan comprises songs, such as the opening, Budu Landai, Cantik Manis and Anak Bocek. <div> </div> ...

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ALAT MUZIK GABBANG

Gabbang is a traditional musical instrument that is part of the heritage of the Suluk and Bajau ethnic communities in Sabah, which mostly live in the Semporna, Lahad Datu, and Sandakan districts. This musical instrument belongs to the Xylophone category and is made of bamboo equipped with a trapezoidal resonator box called 'Papagan' as a sound box to produce melodious resonance. Gabbang has 14 to 20 bamboo blades cut and arranged according to lengths that are not parallel because each one produces a certain tone. Then, the bamboo is arranged on the resonator box with a seven-tone scale (heptatonic) in almost equal intervals. Its size is approximately 20 centimeters long, 51 centimeters wide and 37 centimeters high. The Gabbang percussion instrument is known as 'Palu'an', made of wood and covered with rubber on the part that strikes the bamboo. ...

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Performing Arts of Todern Dance Theatre Kuala L...

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TARIAN KIPAS CINA

‘Kipas’ is fan, and tarian is dance, thus the name’ tarian kipas.   Tarian Kipas Cina is a traditional Peking opera dance depicting a young girl, named Qing Yi, picking flower buds.  The dancers carry silk fans through charming moves, set forthing their artistry.  Displaying such grace, the moves are a spectacle of beauty, poise and joy, danced whole-heartedly.  The gracefullness of tarian kipas heightens when the dancers move into a circle, swaying the flowing silk of the fans, up and down, creating undulating visual of a large flower bud blooming. To retain the popularity of tarian kipas in Malaysia, Todern Performing Arts Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, was founded in 1991 by four young dancers. Wong Kit Yaw, its artistic director, has collaborated with traditional and modern dance groups, nationally and internationally. The creativity and originality in their dance have captured the hearts of the audience across Malaysia. Todern Performing Arts has worked hard in promoting heritage dances that the tarian kipas has placed itself in the heart of the Malaysian audience and artists.  <div> </div> ...

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Jabatan Seni Persembahan, Fakulti Muzik dan Sen...

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ZAPIN TENGLU DANCE

Zapin Tenglu originates from Kampung Tenglu, Mersing, Johor, and was initially performed exclusively by male dancers. Performances typically took place after Isyak prayers and continued into the early hours of the morning, reflecting its role as a form of communal entertainment. The traditional music accompanying this dance often features the song Faridzal-Ham, a classic composition. The involvement of women in Zapin Tenglu began in 1952 when the late Hajah Hapsah binti Mohamad, then a 14-year-old, learned and performed Zapin Tenglu alongside male dancers. Her determination and pioneering efforts paved the way for women's participation in this art form. Hajah Hapsah continued to play an active role in Zapin Tenglu after her marriage in 1962, solidifying her position as a key figure in the evolution of zapin dance in Johor.<div> </div> ...

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Warung Mee Udang Ketam Angah Aran, 135 B, Parit...

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MI UDANG

Mi udang is served in many places in Malaysia. Mi is noodles and udang is prawn or shrimp.  Thus mi udang is noodles with prawns, in this case, in thick soup.  Since the 1970s and 1980s, this flavoury dish of mi udang has become popular in Perak, especially in the northern and coastal areas of Bagan Serai and Taiping. The Chinese cuisines brought to Malaya by the workers from China formed the basis of mi udang.  Mi udang is not only cooked for parties and celebrations, but also served in restaurants and eateries. The noodles are made from wheat flour, while the shrimp, the main ingredient, supplied by fishermen.   The meal, a much-loved-by-all, is due to the fresh river and sea prawns.<div> </div> ...

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No 26, Jalan Ros, Felda Bukit Batu, 81020, Kula...

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KUIH KARAS (KEDAH)

Kuih Karas is made from rice flour. It has a fine, net-like texture, similar to vermicelli but crispy and sweet in taste. This traditional snack is made by mixing a thin rice flour batter that is then poured into hot oil using a special mold until golden yellow. It is then lifted and folded. Kuih Karas is very popular among the people in the Kota Setar district of Kedah. ...

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Istana Puri, Jalan Kota Raja Shahbandaraya (Kg....

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BUSANA TRADISIONAL BAJU BODO BUGIS

Baju Bodo Bugis is one of the Bugis traditional garments in Selangor which was brought by the Southern Bugis who migrated to this state. Baju bodo are loose and cut in squares, with the sleeves reaching only the elbows, worn by brides, upper class ladies and dancers.   Bodo bridal wear is made from silk or beaded songket.  A tailor’s skill and creativity style the attire with delicate lace. But it doesn’t end here, gold-coloured accessories are incorporated by the bride, worn top to toe, adding to elegance and luxury.  Dancers of Poja, Patenun and Madupa Bosara, the Southern Sulawesi Bugis dances, wear these fabrics when performing. Characteristics and Meanings of Baju Bodo Colours The colours worn at weddings show the age or status of the wearer.  • Orange is worn by girls aged 10 to 14 years old.• Red is worn by those ranging from 17 to 25 years. • Purple is worn by widows.• White is for shamans. • Green is worn by the upper-class and are now the chosen color of choice for Bugis weddings. SOURCE: Interview with Mr. Mohamad Romazi bin Nordin on 26th September 2023, from 2:30pm to 6:00pm, at Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Negeri Selangor.<div> </div> ...

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D-01-01, D-02-01, Jalan SS6/20 A, Dataran Gloma...

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MEE WANTAN

Wantan noodles, also known as wantan mee, is a type of noodle dish that is based on Chinese tradition and originates from southern China, especially the Cantonese region. The history of mee wantan in Malaysia begins with the mass migration of the Chinese community, especially from the Cantonese and Hakka people, who came to Malaya in the 19th century during the British occupation. These immigrants worked as tin miners and traders, while bringing with them their culture, customs, and traditional cuisine, including wantan noodles. Mee wantan became popular in Malaysia because it suits the local palate who love noodle dishes. Traditional wantan noodles use delicate egg noodles served with light soup or thick soy sauce, and accompanied by dumplings (wantan) filled with meat or shrimp. Along with the changing times and the development of tastes in Malaysia, this dish has experienced several adaptations, especially among the Muslim community. Halal versions that use chicken or seafood are now increasingly popular, especially in Muslim Chinese restaurants. Currently, mee wantan has become one of the favorite dishes of various races in Malaysia and can be found in various restaurants, stalls, and kopitiams throughout the country.<div> </div> ...

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Restoran Nasi Ambeng D’Rebung, Pusat Aktiviti ...

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NASI AMBENG

Nasi Ambeng (ambeng rice) is an unusual rice dish of Javanese community in Malaysia.  It is atypical as the white rice is placed in the middle of a large tray, a talam, lined with banana leaves. Nasi ambeng is served with many side dishes: salted fish, serunding kelapa, fried nuts, fried sambal Jawa, fried mee, chicken cooked in soy sauce (ungkep). There are some who serve it with rempeyek, boiled eggs and opor chicken (chicken cooked in coconut milk). These rich side dishes are an assembly of colours, lavishly placed around the rice, also in the tray, making it more mouth-watering. Ambeng rice is a favorite at Javanese weddings, tahlil ceremonies and events in Selangor and Johor.  One and tourists can also find nasi ambeng at various restauraunts.<div> </div> ...

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Kg. Pokok Sena, Chuping, 02600 Kangar, Perlis

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AWANG BATIL

Awang Batil is a Perlis art of musical storytelling. This art is performed by a narrator, the penglipur lara, known as Awang Batil.  He narrates stories while  tapping a bronze pot (made to store water). The tapping is the background music of the narration. Initially, Awang Batil was known as Awang Belanga because instead of tapping a pot, he did a belanga.  However, the belanga was filled with coal, thus later it was replaced with a batil, a copper container.   Back in the day, Awang Batil travelled through villages especially those having weddings to tell his stories. <div> </div> ...

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