In a gesture to alleviate “racial tensions” on social media, Malaysia’s Sai Naga Urumi Melam percussion group performs traditional Hari Raya songs, Suasana Hari Raya and Seloka Hari Raya, accompanied by South Indian urumi drums. The videos, a fusion of Indian folk music and Malay celebrations, resonated deeply, particularly within the Muslim community post-Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
@beritaalhijrah114 Kumpulan gendang masyarakat India di Malaysia, Sainagaurumimelam, berjaya menarik perhatian warganet selepas menyanyikan lagu raya Aidilfitri dengan pukulan gendang. Warganet turut memberi komen positif atas usaha mereka menyanyikan lagu raya dalam bentuk muzik kaum India.
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Percussion group
Originating from Tamil Nadu, India, the urumi melam ensemble typically features vibrant rhythms and requires multiple performers. Observing sensitive online issues, the group aimed to bridge divides through music, believing in its unifying power amid cultural diversity and societal challenges.
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