Hari Raya Puasa
Hari Raya Puasa celebrated on the 1st day of the Islamic month of Syawal is celebrated by Muslims all over the world. It marks the end of one month of fasting during the preceeding Islamic month of Ramadan. The words ‘Hari Raya’ mean 'day of celebration.' Many mistake Hari Raya Puasa for the Muslim New Year but it is not. Hari Raya Puasa is also called “Hari Raya Aidil Fitri” or “Eid-ul-Fitr”. Source: Wikipedia
Hari Raya Haji
Hari Raya Haji is also referred to as “Eid ul-Adha” is celebrated by Muslims worldwide as a commemoration of Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for God. Others celebrate Eid-ul Adha as it marks the end of the Pilgrimage or Hajj for the millions of Muslims who make the trip to Mecca each year. Like Eid ul-Fitr, Eid ul-Adha also begins with a short prayer followed by a khutba (sermon). In Mecca, the Khutba is delivered from Mount Arafat. Hari Raya Haji is celebrated in the 10th Day of the Islamic month of Dhul Hijja. In Singapore, sheep are sacrificed and the meat is distributed amonst the poor. Source: Wikipedia
Haj Pilgrimage
The ‘Haj’ is the Pilgrimage to Mecca in Islam. It is the fifth of the Five Pillars in Sunni Islam. Every able-bodied Muslim who can afford to do so is obliged to make the pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in his or her lifetime. Mecca is located in Saudi Arabia. Source: Wikipedia
Silat
Pencak Silat or Silat ('fighting by using techniques of self-defence') is a Southeast Asian martial art with roots in the culture of the Malay World. This art is widely known in Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, and Singapore but can also be found in varying degrees within countries such as Thailand and the Philippines amongst others. The art has also reached Europe, and is especially popular in the Netherlands, where it is as popular as karate is in the United States. It is estimated that there are hundreds of aliran (styles) and thousands of schools. Many of the aliran find their origin in the observation of wild animals fighting. 'Harimau' (Tiger) and 'Helang' (Eagle) are some examples. Source: Wikipedia
Dikir Barat
A dikir barat group, which may be of any size, is led by a tukang karut who makes up poems and sings them as he goes along. The chorus echoes in response, verse by verse. Dikir barat groups usually perform during various festive occasions, and their poems are usually light entertainment and may be about any topic, but are not religious in nature. The chorus traditionally consists of all men, but modern groups, often include women. Traditionally, no musical instruments are used, the singing being accompanied instead by rhythmic clapping and energetic body movements. Some groups however do use a pair of frame drums or rebana, a shallow gong and a pair of maracas, for accompaniment. Source: Musical Malaysia
Sepak Takraw
Sepak Takraw is a fast growing and popular sport in Asia. Called Takraw for short, it is a cross between soccer & volleyball, played on a badminton doubles sized court. The ball in sepak takraw is made of rattan or cane. The sport dates back to the 15th Century when it was played by the Malays. In Thailand it is known as 'Takraw'. In the Philippines the sport was called 'Sipa', in Burma it was dubbed 'Chinlone', in Laos 'Kator' and in Indonesia 'Raga'. Source: Wikipedia
Kompang
The Kompang is a hand drum that is often played by at least four people to accompany the bridegroom at Malay weddings. Interlocking rhythmic patterns on the kompang are performed during processions or to accompany Malay choral singing. Source: Traditional Malay Music by Sri Warisan Som Said Performing Arts Ltd
Zapin Malay Dance
The Zapin, a form of traditional Malay dance was brought to the Malay Archipelago by Arab traders. Zapin evolved around the Straits of Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore and the surrounding islands. Zapin dance steps emphasise a lot on the legs rather than the upper torso. Source: Traditional Malay Music by Sri Warisan Som Said Performing Arts Ltd
Angklung
The Angklung is a musical instrument originating in Indonesia. The region most famous for the Angklung is West Java. The Angklung is not made with any metal or nails whatsoever. It is made wholly of bamboo, from the main body of the Angklung to its stand. The Angklung comes in various sizes, the small ones are household ornaments, medium and large sized Angklungs are usually used for orchestras. A complete set comprises 85 Angklungs. Most Angklungs play a single note. The interval between differently-sized bamboo tubes on each Angklung is one octave. The playing of the Angklung involves shaking the instrument rapidly to produce a continuous note, or shaking it very briefly to produce a pizzicato-like note. Source: Traditional Malay Music by Sri WarisanSom Said Performing Arts Ltd
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