Archive

Elements

Anggalang Magunatip - The Murut Dance
  • Manage No, Sortation, Country, Writer ,Date, Copyright
    Manage No EE00001135
    Country Malaysia
    ICH Domain Performing Arts
    Address
    The State of Sabah, Malaysia
Description Anggalang Magunatip, more well-known as “Bamboo Dance”, is considered as one of the most popular traditional dances in Sabah. This dance belongs to the Murut’s tribe. In the old days, Anggalang was performed in celebration of a successful battle or to welcome a successful headhunting party. Nowadays it is performed during weddings and other such occasions. The name “Magunatip” is derived from the word “apit”, which means “to press between two surfaces.” In the dance, dancers need good timing and agility to put their feet between the clapping bamboo poles, without being trapped.
Keyword
Information source
The Malaysia Arts Cultural Practitioners Association (MACPA)

Materials related to

Photos