Song in the Sumatran Highlands

Song: "Pasaman Ilia"

Translation of Title: "Ilia" means "downstream." "Pasaman" in the title refers to the place, Pasaman, though could also be used to refer to the style of song. Martis told me that it's like someone from downstream Pasaman, a region of Pasaman, humming.
Composer: Unknown.
Type of song: Satangah Tiang.
Genre of origin: Dendang Pasaman
Place affiliations: This sone is named for the place, Pasaman. There are now two kabupaten called Pasaman: Pasaman and Pasaman Barek.Source: Te E's List of Songs.
Description: According to Martis, the pantun should be about Pasaman.


 

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