Nobat Music
- Singapore Broadcasting Corporation Fonds
Fonds/Collection
- Radio Malaya, Singapore Series
Series
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Radio Malaya
Creator
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Television Corporation of Singapore
Source
- 22/08/1958
Broadcast/Release Date
- 01:00:01
Recorded Duration
- English
Recording Language
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2011003693
Accession No.
- Sound
Type
- 10 inch Open Reel Audiotape
Format
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Access permitted
Conditions Governing Access
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Use and reproduction require written permission from depositing agency/donor. Processing of reproduction request may require 7 working days.
Conditions Governing Reproduction
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Synopsis :This recording features nobat music played by various Malay royal nobat bands. The nobat or Royal Musical Ensemble is a form of traditional Malay music in Malaya. The ensemble performs on special occasions like the installation of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong or King, at investiture ceremonies of Malay rulers and at the King's birthday. The word nobat has its origin in the Persian word naubat, referring to nine types of instruments. This recording features nobat music recorded in the studios of Radio Malaya, Kuala Lumpur in 1957 and 1958.
