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RENTAK SELANGOR 5.0 : Combing the Threads of Selangor’s Musical Cultures Te x t b y S H A H I DA S A K E R I Images by MUHAMMAD HASIF MOHD JELANI
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“Music is enough for a lifetime, but a lifetime is not enough for music.” - Sergei Rachmaninoff The ‘Rentak Selangor’ programme that began since 2016 aims to revitalise the intangible cultural heritage found in Selangor. And similar to previous years, the programme returns in 2021 with another set of flourishing musical cultures, from old traditions that survived the test of time, to the modern-style live performances enjoyed by youngsters, for instance busking, which on its own is set to become a new local heritage in the making.
According to the new Selangor State Executive Councillor (EXCO) for Rural and Traditional Villages Development, Malay Customs, Culture and Heritage, The Honorable Mr. Borhan bin Aman Shah, the programme rejoices the diverse ethnic and colourful backgrounds of those who call Selangor home. It is also one of the state government’s efforts in supporting the local artists and industry players, especially during this challenging time due to the Covid-19 outbreak.
The programme is organised by the Committee of Rural and Traditional Villages Development, Malay Customs, Culture and Heritage; the Selangor State Government State Economic Planning Unit (UPEN); and supported by the Majlis Kebudayaan Negeri Selangor (MKNS); Gaya Travel Magazine; and the Selangor media. Read on to find out the products that are featured in this year’s Rentak Selangor programme…
