Gendang Pampat: Beating of Traditional Drums Gendang Pampat ** Gendang Pampat is the art of beating the traditional drums of the Ibans which is also known as ketebong. The ketebong is regarded as a sacred instrument and is usually made from ... Jul 31, 2022
Keringut and Oreng Keringut and Oreng ** The Keringut/Selingut is a nose flute made out of bamboo played by the Penan tribe which belongs to the Orang Ulu of Sarawak. The Oreng is a form of jaw harp which is also play... Jul 31, 2022
Manik Sarawak Manik Sarawak ** Ever wondered about the beautiful patterns and designs crafted by small beads at handicraft shops? Well, these beads/manik are a special heritage and culture of the indigenous peopl... Jul 31, 2022
Ngepan Indu Ngepan Indu ** Ever wonder about the pretty and intricate costumes worn by Iban women during special occasions and festivals? In general, the traditional outfit that they wear is called "Ngepan" and... Jul 31, 2022
Pratuokng: Bamboo Zither Pratuokng ** When it comes to traditional instruments of Sarawak, there is no doubt that Sape’ would be the first to come to most people’s minds as it is the most famous stringed instrument. However... Jul 31, 2022
Tarian Alu-Alu Tarian Alu-Alu of the Melanau Ethnic Group ** When one thinks of funerals, it is always a solemn and silent occasion but this is a bit different for the Melanau ethnic group. The Melanau ethnic grou... Jul 31, 2022
Tarian Menyak Melanau Tarian Menyak ** Melanau is one of the ethnic groups indigenous to Sarawak. They are also known as A-Likou meaning people of the river in the Mukah dialect. They are settled in scattered communiti... Jul 31, 2022
The Art of Gawai Festival Gawai Dayak is a well-known and one of the biggest festivals celebrated in Sarawak and it is usually celebrated during the month of June. It is a festival to celebrate the end of the rice harvesting s... Jul 31, 2022
Traditional Hand-Tapped Tattoo Nowadays, tattoos are regarded as a type of body art and it is getting more mainstream compared to before and people are having more positive perceptions of them as a form of art. As we all know, peop... Jul 31, 2022
Weaving in Sarawak Weaving in Sarawak ** Sarawak is famous for its handicrafts such as rattan baskets and mats which can be purchased in most handicraft shops or stalls during events. These baskets and mats are usuall... Jul 31, 2022
LYLIA YEO Finding for Fine Arts Finding for Fine Arts* Sarawak, with her vast expanse of nature and rich culture, has been the forefront subject to her artists as this land serves as muse for many in our creative circle. Art has a... Feb 23, 2022
WILLCHESTER The Longhouse: A Remarkable Traditional Architecture of Sarawak The Long House* In Sarawak, traditional architecture is not about the designs or even just a place to live; rather, each ethnic tribes built their houses back in the day for a variety of practical re... Feb 23, 2022