What is Tarian?

Tarian

Tarian is a Malay word for Malay Dance.

Malay Dance

There are so many Malay dances, from the original Malaysia's Malay dances to the 'influenced' Malay dances (Malay dances from other countries (such as Indonesia and Brunei) or simply other countries' (such as Arabia and India) dance but was adapted into Malay culture).

The Malay dances can be divided into four categories. Those are the court dances, folk dances, theatrical dances and modern dances. They have their own differences.

Asli Dance

This dance is based on the Malay asli songs like Makan Sireh, Gunung Banang and Sapu Tangan, Asli Selendang, Bentan Telani and Asli Abadi.

In the Tepak Sireh Dance for example, all the dancers wear Malay costumes and bring the betel leaf sets on the stage while making graceful dance movements to the tune of asli beat.

These dances are popular all across Malaysia especially in Peninsular Malaysia. The dance features slow, flowing and elegant movements and resembles the Asyik Dance (court dance), but its movements are simpler and danced to a modern music ensemble.

Joget Dance

The Joget is the most popular traditional dance throughout Malaysia. It is performed at cultural festivals, wedding celebrations and other social functions. The Joget's origin has been traced back and associated with a Portuguese for dance which was introduced to Mallaca during the era of the spice trade. The Joget is performed by couples who combine fast hand and leg movements. It is lively rendition with fast upbeat tempo and is greatly enjoyed by the young and old. It is usually performed during cultural celebrations and Malay weddings.

Konsert Tahun Baru Cina 2008

Konsert Tahun Baru Cina bukan sahaja disambut oleh masyarakat Cina, tetapi juga melibatkan semua warga Dunearn yang bertujuan untuk mengeratkan hubungan dan mewujudkan suasana muhibbah dalam kalangan warga berbagai kaum. Selain dapat menyaksikan persembahan tarian naga, tarian Melayu, koir, pancaragam, pertunjukan fesyen pakaian dan sebagainya, warga Dunearn juga dapat merasai makanan tradisi Cina iaitu ‘Lou Hei’

Kumpulan Tari Puspa Sari

Lemah gemalai tarian Melayu, warisan tempatan penuh keindahan.Bertepatan dengan gelarannya sebagai Persatuan Budaya Melayu adalah wajar diteruskan untuk tatapan generasi akan datand.Berbekalkan semangat ini maka sebilangan teruna dan dara mengorbankan masa dan tenaga mendukung aspirasi menonjolkan kehalusan dan keunikan seni tradisional Melayu.

Puspa Sari, harum namamu ibarat bunga yang sedang mekar di taman, bukan sahaja mengharumkan nama Dunearn dalam Pertandingan SYF tetapi juga mendapat undangan mengadakan persembahan di majlis-majlis formal seperti South West CDC Arts Festival di Pusat Membeli-Belah West Mall dan Pesta Raya – Malay Arts Festival di Esplanade.

Kehalusan seni yang dipersembahkan mempersonakan para hadirin bahkan mendapat pujian dari pihak penganjur.Namun, begitu, aktiviti sekolah lebeih diberi keutamaan…Speech Day, Gongxi Raya Concert, Dunearnite akan hilang serinya tanpa lenggokan penari Puspa Sari.

Kumpulan Tari Dunearn, Puspa Sari

The Dunearn Malay Dance Group, Puspa Sari had been in existence since the inception of Dunearn Secondary School in 1962. From a humble beginning of 16 members, its membership has increase steadily over the years. Currently, our dancers stands at 30 members from Secondary One to Five. Regular practices were held twice a week on Tuesday and Friday afternoon. Members were given training in dancing which include the zapin, joget, ronggeng, masri and inang. Ever since its inception, its members had participated in numerous school concerts, public performances and national competitions. Next year, our dancers will be taking part in the Singapore Youth Festival Central Judging for Malay Dance. Our members also participated in the Inter-School Artistic Poetry 2008 Competition and won second placing.