Brunei Music

Brunei Officially known as “Negara

Brunei Darussalam” It is completely surrounded by

the state of Sarawak of the country of Malaysia

History of Brunei In 1578, Spain declared war against Kota

Batu, the capital of Brunei in that time The British occupied Brunei in the 19th

century Japanese occupied Brunei on December 16,

1941 After Japan was defeated at World War II,

Britain came back at Brunei and established a British Military Association

History of Brunei January 1, 1984 – Brunei gained

their independence from Great Britain

Music of Brunei Brunei has a wide variety of

native folk music and dance It also shares some cultural

perspectives and links with the countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, etc.

Folk Music of Brunei

Adai-Adai A group work song that is sung

by fishermen while they fish

Folk Music of Brunei

Two types of Folk Music Kedayan Music Malay Music

Folk Music of Brunei

Kedayan Music Aduk-Aduk A type of ceremonial dance performed

by the Kedayan music during the holidays, especially at the end of the harvest season. It is accompanied by percussion instruments.

Folk Music of Brunei

Malay Music It is played by accomplished

musicians at special ceremonies and celebrations

Musical Instruments of Brunei

Rebana A malay tambourine

that is used in Islamic Music in Southeast Asia

Musical Instruments of Brunei

Dombak or Tombak A goblet drum used

mostly in the Middle East, North Africa, and Eastern Europe. It is made out of goat or sheep skin.