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Gong Dance, Traditional Dance of Dayak Tribe in East Kalimantan

Gong Dance is a traditional dance of the Dayak tribe in East Kalimantan province that uses gongs as a medium in dancing. This dance is played by a girl who dances on the gong with full grace Gong Dance Name itself is taken from musical instrument gong used in dancing. Gong Dance is often called by the name of dance Kancet Ledo by Dayak people there. The movement in this Gong Dance depicts the softness of a girl visible from the movement of her body and her gentle hands. The movement in this dance is not so much, as is the case with other East Kalimantan dances, and even many repetitive movements. But the highlight in this dance is the tenderness of the dancers in moving and dancing. Movement in this dance is more focused hand movement when waving, body movement, and movement of the foot when stepping and resting on the gong. All these movements are played with great tenderness. This dance does look simple, but flexibility and balance are needed in this dance. In the show, the dancers a...

Ketuk Tilu Dance, Traditional Dance From West Java

Ketuk Tilu Dance is one of the traditional dances originating from West Java. This dance is an entertainment dance or social dance. Ketuk Tilu Dance is often displayed at events such as weddings, event endings, and other events. Tap Tilu Dance is also a forerunner of the Jaipong Dance is very famous in West Java Province. Dance History Ketuk Tilu Historically, Tilu Tilu Dance was formerly a dance of traditional ceremony in welcoming rice harvest as an expression of gratitude to Dewi Sridewi, the goddess of rice in the belief of the Sundanese people. In ancient times, the ceremony was performed during the night, by parading a girl to a vast area accompanied by sounds. But with the development of the times, dance ketuk tilu is a social dance and entertainment for the community. Name ketuk tilu itself is taken from the musical instrument accompaniment which is called the bonang that issued 3 sounds are the rhythm of rebab, kendang indung and also kulanter. Dance Performance Ketuk Tilu Mov...

Kinyah Uut Danum Dance, War Dance From West Kalimantan

Kinyah Uut Danum dance is a war dance originating from West Kalimantan Province. This dance shows courage as well as martial arts techniques when fighting. As the name implies, this dance comes from the subtribe of Dayak uut danum in West Kalimantan Province. History of Dance Kinyah Uut Danum Kinyah Uut danum dance was originally a dance for physical preparation before mengayau, the tradition of hunting the head of the enemy conducted by the Dayak tribes of antiquity. This dance is to show the readiness of the men of the Dayak uut danum to be released in the forest for the head. Almost all of the Dayak sub-tribes have this kind of war dance. But every Dayak sub-tribe certainly has a secret killing technique. Dayak uut danum tribe itself is known for movement and also a dangerous technique in killing his enemies. As the times progressed, this tradition of crocodiles ends at the time of the collapse agreement. This anoi collapse agreement is a peace treaty, in which the leaders of each D...

Caping Ngancak Dance, Traditional Dance From Lamongan East Java

Caping Ngancak dance is one of the traditional dances from Lamongan district, East Java province. This dance depicts the activities of the farmers in the fields. In this dance, dancers dance like a farmer who uses a hat or hat made of woven bamboo as an attribute in the dance. Caping Ngancak dance is a famous traditional dance from Lamongan district other than Boran Dance. History of Caping Ngancak Dance Caping Ngancak dance is a new creations dance that is nicely packed with traditional style. In accordance with the theme in this dance that describes the activities of the farmers at the time in the fields. So whether it's from the costumes and movements will describe like a farmer who is in the fields. Caping Ngancak dance was originally created by Tri Kristiani and Ninin in order to follow a cultural festival held in East Java Province to represent from Lamongan District. This dance then received a very good reception by winning various awards in the cultural festival and also be...

Jepen Dance, Traditional Dance From East Kalimantan

Jepen Dance is a traditional dance originating from East Kalimantan. This dance is inspired by Malay culture and also Islamic culture. Jepen dance is developed in various areas of the outskirts of Mahakam River East Kalimantan Province. Jepen Dance is one of the traditional dances that present a dynamic culture of Malay, energetic, attractive, and understated. Jepen Dance Show Basically, the movement in the Jepen Dance is very thick will nuance, Malay. Similar to other dances in Indonesia, such as zapin dance, dance funds, and dance that all derived from tribal society Melayu. One that shows the typical Malay look on the makeup and clothing. In the makeup of the female dancers are generally made minimalist, without removing the touch of typical Malay in the dancer's outfit. In the show, this dance consists of 2 (two) types namely Jepen Dance eroh and also Jepen Dance genjoh mahakam. Jepen Dance Show Jepen Dance genjoh Mahakam this is one type of creations Dance Jepen most of the da...

Jepin Dance, Traditional Dance From West Kalimantan

Jepin Dance is a traditional art from West Kalimantan that is adapted from Malay art, Islam religion, and also local culture. This dance is one of the media spread of Islam in the Province of West Kalimantan. Jepin Dance is the art of dance motion and song that has to mean in every movement. History of Jepin Dance According to some existing historical sources. Jepin Dance was originally an art that became the medium of da'wah in the spread of Islam in the 13th century. This dance was originally displayed in the Sambas area of West Kalimantan Province. Then spread and also expand to various areas in West Kalimantan Province. Jepin Dance Show Movement in Jepin Dance is more emphasis on the movement of the feet and hands. In the show, the movement begins with an opening greeting. After that, the dancers perform a movement that rests on the movement of the legs that move repeatedly. Two feet of dancers move back and forth, left and right, as well as circular motions. At first, this mov...

Lenggang Dance, Welcome Dance From Surabaya East Java

Lenggang Dance is a typical welcome dance from Surabaya, East Java Province. This dance is played by a dancer who dances with a beautiful and elegant movement. Lenggang Dance Surabaya is an adaptation of the previous art development of Tanda Tanda'an or Ledek Tayub and also Sandur Madura. History of Lenggang Dance Historically, this dance was created by Dimas Pramuka Admaji in 1995. At that time he was asked to create a welcoming dance to enliven the anniversary of Surabaya. The request was then welcomed by Dimas Pramuka Admaji which included various elements of culture and also art in the city of Surabaya in the dance creation. In this dance, he developed a dance that on the movement and its presentation refers to the art of Tanda'an and also Sandur Madura. After going through the process of observation and also a good cultivation, then be a welcome dance called Lenggang Dance this. This dance was first staged in the anniversary of the city of Surabaya in the residence of the ...