Saudi seminar features Arabian and Malayo-Polynesian music
The Saudi forum at the 2026 Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair discussed the similarities between the music of the Arabian Peninsula and the Malay Archipelago. Researcher Ahmed Qirqanawi explored the role of folk music in expressing cultural identity and collective memory in both regions. The musical patterns were linked to the diversity of the geographical environment and the civilizational traditions resulting from ancient trade routes. Emphasis was placed on the importance of documenting the popular musical heritage before it is forgotten, especially with the development of communication platforms and among the younger generation.
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