BACANG Performing Arts
Bacang is tradional performing arts from west Kalimantan Indonesia
Origin
West Kalimantan A legend of the "jangkang" people which still performed until today.
Interpretation
The word "BACANG" means an woman's expression of grief over violence and misfortune.
Pattern of performance
Combination of music, traditional dance song, comedy and dialogue. The dialog is adjusted to the prevailing situation condition of the audience. The performance is started with a parade of dancing and singing performers on stage preceded by the leading artists. conclusion is also done with a song dance and presentation of token appreciation to the community leader
Performers
17 persons, comprising 10 men and women
Costume
Dayak traditional costume adorned feathers of the Enggang bird (a kind of rarebird).
Musical instrument
"Gong", "Beduk", "Gendang" Kleneng-an" and long guitar (traditional guitar).
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