dondang sayang Flashcards
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What does ‘Dondang’ and ‘Sayang’ mean?
‘Dondang’ means singing and ‘sayang’ means love.
How is Dondang Sayang performed?
A singer sings a 4-line poem, and another singer responds.
What instruments accompany Dondang Sayang?
It is accompanied by 1 violin, 2 rebana, and 1 gong.
What elements are present in the Dondang Sayang poem?
The poem has teasing elements and is created spontaneously.
What themes are explored in Dondang Sayang?
Themes include love, advice, appreciation, etc.
Is there a time limit for the Dondang Sayang conversation?
The duration of conversation is not limited; those who can’t answer will be eliminated.
Where can Dondang Sayang performances be held?
Performances can be held in various places such as halls, balconies, and gardens.
When is Dondang Sayang typically sung?
It is sung at weddings and celebrations.
What songs are played during Dondang Sayang?
Songs like inang, joget, and asli are played as ‘selingan’.
Where is Dondang Sayang sung during Chap Goh Mei?
In Penang, Dondang Sayang is sung at Chap Goh Mei.
What historical significance does Dondang Sayang have in Penang?
This tradition existed before WW2 in Penang.
What activity did nyonya ladies participate in related to Dondang Sayang?
Nyonya ladies rode on bullock carts to throw oranges into the sea.
How did baba men attract the attention of ladies?
Baba men sang Dondang Sayang while riding on bullock carts around town.
What are the two theories regarding the origins of Dondang Sayang?
1) It originated from Penyengat, Riau. 2) It started in Malacca during the Malacca Sultanate in the 15th century.
Who does Dondang Sayang attract?
Dondang Sayang attracts all races.
What is the ensemble configuration for Dondang Sayang?
The original ensemble consists of 1 violin, 2 rebana, and 1 gong.
What modern instruments have been added to Dondang Sayang?
Harmonium, accordion, guitar, and tambourine have been added.
What is the tonal system used in Dondang Sayang?
The usual scale is D major, sometimes C major is used.
What chromatic tones are typically added in asli songs?
Chromatic tones include 4 sharps and 7 flats.
What is the texture of Dondang Sayang music?
It features a linear texture with a 4-line melody/rhythm.
What does the singing melody in Dondang Sayang consist of?
It consists of repetition on notes, intervals by step, portamento, tremolo, and appoggiatura.
How does the violin contribute to Dondang Sayang?
The violin plays its own melody with ornamentation such as trills and portamento.
What role does the rebana play in Dondang Sayang?
The 1st rebana plays corak rentak asli, while the 2nd rebana plays an interlocking pattern.
What is the function of the gong in Dondang Sayang?
The gong signals the end and beginning of an 8-beat cycle.
