A 'Wau Bulan' Video for the viewers

I made this video for you dear readers. I really really hope that you will understand more on the 'Wau Bulan' and get the message. It is my pleasure.:)

The Legend of Wau Bulan

Dear readers. How are you? Im sorry for keeping the next post for too long. I've been busy with my schedule and it is really sad seeing my juniors(The Asasians of 2010-2011) graduated. Some might continue pursuing TeSL but some are NOT. Well, it's alright. Let's move on to our Wau Bulan.:)

Today, I am going to tell you the legend behind the 'Wau Bulan'. One of the Malaysian official kites. The Wau Bulan is not merely a traditional Malay kite for it has it's own mystical story to be told.

The Wau Bulan's name takes place after the shape of the moon. The tail of the Wau is the reason behind this because it resembles a crescent. The 'Wau Bulan' is known for its easy handling and stability during strong winds.

The origin of the Wau Bulan has been said during the days of the Sriwijaya Empire, where according to legend, a young prince named 'Dewa Muda' utilised the usage of the Wau by mapping out the districts he had conquered on it. He will then display the 'Wau' to his people.

It started where he would first go deep into a cave to meditate and experience spiritual premonitions before setting off to war. When he is ready to leave the cave, he usually emerges with a wire frame of what was believed to be the wire frame of a 'Wau Bulan'.

The fine patterns of flowers and leaves were said to have symbolised the districts he had successfully conquered. Therefore, everytime he returns from a battle, the flowers and leaf patterns on his Wau will continue to grow. It symbolises the strength of his empire, much to the pride and delight of his people.

Apart from that, according to fabled beliefs, it is said that 'Dewa Muda' had a spiritual link to his wau. some believed that he had gained special spiritual guidance by flying up to the heavens on his 'Wau Bulan' and cultivated a spiritual relationship with the inhabitants of another world.

Today, the 'Wau Bulan' present in the modern society has evolved with a more up to date look compared to its original design.The upper and lower part of the Wau increased in length compared to the originally rounded shape. Where else, the busur(string) attached to the head of the Wau emits a coarser sound compared to the softer sounds made by the wau Bulan in yesteryears.

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The Koreans enjoying the 'Wau Bulan'

Day 2- Practising the Wau Bulan

Selamat Sejahtera para pembaca. :) That is Good day dear readers in Bahasa Malaysia. Now, it is the second day the Koreans learn how to dance 'Wau Bulan'. Compared to the first day where they had a 'culture shock', they are being more anticipated on the second day. They are more confident and not afraid to ask even though, not everyone of them has the proficiency in English. Yes, some of them are still shy but, they did ask questions.

They had a lecture in the morning and they seemed very tired sitting still in the library Intec lecture hall non-stop for about 4 to 5 hours. One by one got out of the lecture hall stretching their body. They need to stretch. Therefore, before they had their tea, we had another session practising the 'Wau Bulan' in Tesl Square. So that they will not get totally worn out because there will be more activities to come.

They were excited right after they were informed that they will be doing the 'Wau Bulan'. As an instructor, I did not have to do as much work as yesterday to persuade them to try. Today, they do it because they want to. I am so proud with their improvement from day to day.

One thing that I am amazed with them is their courage to ask questions whenever they don't know. They are not shy when it comes to asking questions. We should learn that from them..~

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The Koreans enjoying the 'Wau Bulan'

Day 1- Practising the Wau Bulan

Greeting dear readers. For this post, I am going to do a 'follow up' on the Korean's activities learning the 'Wau Bulan'. After teaching them how to sing the 'Wau Bulan' song, the committees and I taught them how to dance the 'Wau Bulan'. The movement is a fusion of 'Dikir Barat' and traditional 'Malay dance'. It was difficult for me to do the choreography because they were in a big group. But, nothing is impossible. These are some of the progress by the Korean from day 2.

On the first day, the Koreans find it difficult to follow because they are still adapting to the 'English language' as the medium of communication. There was difficulties in instructing them at first. It was because they were tired of their long journey in the plane and lack of sleep. Somehow, they still try and learn despite of their fatigue.

We had our first session in the Angsana Hall but when it stopped raining we continue the session in tthe Tesl Square. There were not many students in the Tesl Square because it was a Sunday.

I am glad they enjoy their first session and some of them managed to memorize the 'Wau Bulan'. They are amazing.

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