Malaysian Dances

Tarian Zapin from type of Malay dance.

Chinese dance

Indian Dance

Dance is an integral aspect of Malaysia’s myriad artforms. Derived from the
diverse cultures of Malaysia, it renders a unique fascination. Soul provoking and
mesmerizing, Malaysia’s dance-art is rendered in many forms and styles.

The languid movements and swift gestures, the subtle expressions of song and the
grandiose music are all a reflection of the nation’s rich heritage and glorious past.
Exquisite and exotic, the dances of Malaysia are performed for varied reasons.
Perhaps in celebration of weddings, after the harvest is done, during state
ceremonies and even so, the dances of Malaysia are performed and enjoyed by
the young and old during festive merrymaking. Malaysia’s multicultural dance forms.

Read more about Malaysian Dances and more about Malaysia’s multicultural dance forms. from Othman Ahmad (1994) of Jabatan Kebudayaan, Kementerian Kebudayaan, Kesenian dan Pelancongan Malaysia.

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