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This is a Ethnographic Study study (also classified as: Observational, In-Depth Interviews).

September 10, 2025

Ritual Dance and Performance in Contemporary Borneo: A Study of the Kadazan and Sama-Bajau Communities of Sabah, Malaysia

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Ethnographic study finds ritual music and dance preserve cultural identity in Kadazan and Sama-Bajau communities, highlighting their significance in spiritual practices.

Key Points

Ritual dance and music strengthen cultural identity among Kadazan and Sama-Bajau communities, fostering spiritual connections with ancestors.
The sumazau dance and rituals like magpaigal-jin show the balance between physical and spiritual realms, underscoring cultural heritage.
Observational methods and in-depth interviews uncovered the vital role of music and dance in contemporary rituals among these communities.
Significant findings reveal that traditional practices are crucial for nation building and maintaining cultural identities in Sabah.

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A 2023 study studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c19aad9b7b07f3a061c312 https://doi.org/10.37134/impac.v1.11.2023

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Ethnographic study finds ritual music and dance preserve cultural identity in Kadazan and Sama-Bajau communities, highlighting their significance in spiritual practices.

Ritual Dance and Performance in Contemporary Borneo: A Study of the Kadazan and Sama-Bajau Communities of Sabah, Malaysia

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Ritual Dance and Performance in Contemporary Borneo: A Study of the Kadazan and Sama-Bajau Communities of Sabah, Malaysia

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