This powerpoint presentation discusses about the geography of Brunei and the musical genres of this country, such as Folk Music. It also includes some information about each types of genre of music of Brunei.
4. Brunei
Officially known as “Negara Brunei
Darussalam”
It is completely surrounded by the
state of Sarawak of the country of
Malaysia
5. 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
6. History of Brunei
January 1, 1984 – Brunei gained
their independence from Great
Britain
7. 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.
8. Folk Music of Brunei
Adai-Adai
A group work song that is sung by
fishermen while they fish
9. Folk Music of Brunei
Two types of Folk Music
Kedayan Music
Malay Music
10. 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.
11. Folk Music of Brunei
Malay Music
It is played by accomplished
musicians at special ceremonies and
celebrations
13. 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.