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ZHENGHUA PRIMARY SCHOOL
Music Website
Singing in the Malay Culture
Dondang Sayang
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Translates to a love song, often melodious and slower in tempo
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Usually in the structure of a pantun
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Originated from Malacca and an important part of the Peranakan culture
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Main instruments
 
- Vocals (Usually a male and a female)
- Violin (Counter melody)
- Gendang
- Rebana
- Gong
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Music Appreciation Series
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