期刊名称：International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences
电子版ISSN：2222-6990
出版年度：2018
卷号：8
期号：6
页码：487-506
DOI：10.6007/IJARBSS/v8-i6/4253
语种：English
出版社：Human Resource Management Academic Research Society
摘要：This article discusses Gayong Otar-otar dance, a traditional art that exists in the state of Terengganu. In detail, two research questions are highlighted; (1) What is the form of Gayong Otar-otar dance?; and (2) What are the factors affecting the development of Gayong Otar-otar dance? By using the qualitative investigation method, the social analysis theory, and the art form theory, this articles proves that Gayong Otar-otar dance could not be separated from its art influence originated in Pattani, the south of Thailand. The movement and style of Gayong Otar-otar dance performance are mainly based on silat, which portrays the character of the people of Terengganu who prioritize the teachings of Islam. However, in its development, Gayong Otar-otar dance is not the main focus of Malay society in the state of Terengganu. The factors that affect the development of this dance are social development of Malay society in Terengganu, economy, and inheritance.
