GEMA CAK LEMPONG NEGERI SEMBILAN 2026

Malam Gema Cak Lempong 2026

A Celebration of Rhythm, Heritage, and Living Tradition

Malam Gema Cak Lempong 2026 is a signature cultural showcase that honours the rich musical heritage of Negeri Sembilan through the dynamic and ceremonial sounds of Cak Lempong, one of the most iconic traditional music forms of the Minangkabau, Negeri Sembilan tradition in conjunction with His Royal Yang Dipertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan birthday. This special evening brings together master musicians, emerging performers, and cultural custodians in a vibrant presentation that bridges ancestral legacy with contemporary appreciation.

Rooted in adat, ritual, and communal life, Cak Lempong has long served as a musical expression for royal ceremonies, communal gatherings, and cultural rites. Through this production, audiences will experience not only the sound, but the spirit, philosophy, and identity embedded within the music.

Programme Highlights

• Traditional Cak Lempong ensemble performances
• Collaborative pieces featuring traditional percussion and wind instruments
• Narrative segments explaining the history, structure, and cultural symbolism of Cak Lempong
• Special tribute to Negeri Sembilan adat and Minangkabau musical heritage

The programme is designed to be educational, immersive, and accessible, appealing to cultural enthusiasts, students, researchers, tourists, and the general public.

Event Details

• Date: 11/1/2026
• Time: 8:30 PM
• Venue: Pentas Utama Padang Seri Menanti, K. Pilah
• Duration: Approximately 100 minutes
• Language: Malay

Ticketing Information

• Ticket Price: Free Admission

Production Team

• Producer: Kelab Teater ASAR Negeri Sembilan
• Artistic Director: Prof. Dr. Ahmadrashidi Hasan
• Music Director / Cak Lempong Master: Aziem Rashidi
• Cultural Advisor: Jabatan Kedubayaan dan Kesenian 
• Stage & Technical Director:  Zamir Rashidi
• Performers: Traditional musicians and ensembles from Negeri Sembilan and Orkestra Tradisional N Sembilan

This production is guided by experienced practitioners and cultural experts to ensure authenticity, artistic excellence, and cultural integrity.