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November 25, 2025Malaysian Journal of MusicOpen Access

The Origins of the Gambus (ʿŪd) in Malaysia: A Two-Channel Hypothesis of Ottoman Cultural Exchange and Hadrami Diaspora

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Overview

Analysis uncovers cultural diplomacy roles in gambus transmission in Malaysia, suggesting a hybrid musical heritage influenced by regional variants.

Key Points

  • Gambus tradition reflects cultural diplomacy influences, leading to a distinct hybrid heritage.
  • Transmission pathways identified include regional variants, emphasizing diverse cultural influences.
  • Observational analysis highlights the role of the Hadrami diaspora in shaping performance practices.
  • New insights into the gambus challenge previous assumptions about trade-route diffusion models.

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A 2025 study studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/692502be87af00ed34ac2207https://doi.org/10.37134//mjm.vol14.1.3.2025
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