The association signed contracts with them last year. In addition, Dianna, 44, said Pe-Zapin dancers performed at Paradigm Mall and Desaru Coast for the first and second day of Raya this year. This is high demand and during off-peak seasons, we are tied with three to six months contracts,” she told Bernama. “On average, Pe-Zapin receives invitations to perform three times a week and 15 times a month from Fridays to Sundays. Johor Zapin Association (Pe-Zapin) secretary and head coach Dianna Sulaiman said that even though these days music and dance with foreign influence “seem more like the thing”, the demand for Zapin is always still there, even during the month of Ramadan. It was performed to welcome guests during formal and informal events such as wedding receptions and other festivities. Its roots can be traced back to as early as the 14th century. The traditional Malay dance, accompanied by musicians playing the violin, gambus (short-necked lute), marwas (bongos) and occasionally using kompang (small drum), is a unique cultural experience that is also a hit with local and foreign tourists alike. JOHOR BAHRU: The Zapin dance, which is the identity and heritage of Johor, is still popular among Malaysians during social performances in the state.
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