Culture & Society - The Arts
The arts scene in Malaysia is rich, colourful, vibrant and dynamic, thanks largely to the exciting blend of cultural influences, including Malay, Chinese, Indian, European and the many tribes of the indigenous people. This is reflected in the amazing variety seen in the art forms - visual arts, dance, theatre, film, fashion, music, literature, and even sports and games. If there is a clear beneficiary of the diverse cultural heritage in Malaysia, then surely it is the practitioners and lovers of the arts.
Kompang
The kompang is arguably the most popular Malay traditional instrument, for it is widely used for all sorts of social occasions...
Lion Dance
The lion dance is a vigorous form of dance that is usually performed during Chinese festivals such as Chinese New Year.
Sape
The most typical of Sarawak musical instruments, the sape, pronounced "sa-peh", is a traditional lute of the Orang Ulu community or "upriver people" of central Borneo. It is traditionally used by the Kenyahs, Kayans and Kelabit tribes.
