The traditional method of passing down the knowledge of Makyung in Kelantan

Abstract

This study explores the traditional method of knowledge transmission of Kelantanese Makyung. This study examines in detail how Tok Guru teaches Makyung to students and how students learn from the Tok Guru. This study also reveals several different ways in which Makyung is traditionally taught. This study uses the methods of interview and participant observation conducted during field work with Makyung performers from the Seri Gabus Performance Group in Kampung Gabus To'Uban, Pasir Mas, Kelantan and Makyung Sri Gunong, Sri Gunong Heritage Art Association, in Gunong, Bachok, Kelantan. The findings demonstrate that there are four traditional methods of Makyung knowledge transmission, namely berguru, angin sako bako, titih seni permainan and tiru