[A glimpse into the lifeways of the indigenous people (Orang Asli) of Perak] In the traditional ceremonies and festivals of the Semai Orang Asli, a spiritual guide called the halak, somewhat like a shaman, leads rituals to thank the gods. Imagine bamboo instruments playing, leaf-made decorations, and everyone coming together for singing and dancing, while women prepare delicious food for all to enjoy. Unfortunately, these beautiful traditions are slowly fading away due to problems like how land is managed, changes in beliefs, a weakening sense of Orang Asli identity, and various other challenges. Despite these changes, the present-day Semai people are determined to preserve their cultural heritage. They've shifted away from some traditional beliefs but still use songs and music to express gratitude for the gifts they receive from nature.
［原住民，该是什么样子］ 在闪迈族(Semai) [其它译名：色迈族，森脉族] 的传统节日和庆典上，祭师会进行宗教仪式答谢神恩，大家用竹子制作成乐器演奏音乐，用椰叶编制穿戴在身上的装饰，载歌载舞，村里的妇女还准备了美味佳肴款待在场的所有人。 可是，如今这传统却因土地管理，宗教信仰，原住民身份等不同因素而渐渐简化.... 一窥如今在没有宗教仪式支撑的情况下，也要捍卫艺术传承的节日，用传统乐器和舞蹈，感谢大自然给予的丰盛。
—— 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 : 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠
Siapa Dalam Pandangan Siapa: Meneroka Identiti Melalui Fotografi
Fotografi merupakan sejenis kesenian yang mampu menangkap dan mencerminkan identiti budaya. Ceramah ini meneroka bagaimana dua orang jurugambar Orang Asli menggunakan medium ini untuk mempertahankan budaya dan identiti suku kaum masing-masing yang masih kurang diketahui oleh golongan masyarakat lain di Malaysia.
摄影是一种能够捕捉和反映文化身份的艺术形式。在这次讲座中，我们将探讨两位原住民摄影师如何利用这种媒介来守护族群文化与推广其民族意识。
Speaker
Ronnie Bahar, Orang Asli Semai
Shima Sidek, Orang Asli Jakun
—— 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 : 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩
Semai Weaving Workshop
Learn the art of weaving and discover the cultural significance it holds for the indigenous community (Orang Asli) in Perak, Malaysia! Presented by a group of young Orang Asli Semai, this workshop will guide you in creating their traditional costume using specially prepared leaves sourced directly from their village in Perak.
一起学习闪迈族的编织艺术，并了解它对马来西亚原住民的文化意义！由一群年轻的闪迈族呈现，他们会细心教导你如何使用特制的叶子制作传统服装。
—— 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 : 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
Semai Cultural Night
Luheiw Renaweij
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