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by Wilfred Pilo
KUCHING, June 23: The mesmerising beat of Orang Orang Drum Theatre raised the curtains on the 26th edition of the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) 2023, held at Sarawak Cultural Village here tonight.
The vibrant opening act on the first night of the RWMF by Orang Orang Drum Theatre saw festivalgoers dancing along to the feverish sound of the various musical instruments employed by performers.
Other bands performing were Buloh Bekocak, Aseana Percussion Unit, Nadir, Rastak, At Adau and the final performance of the night by Sarawakian songstress Zee Avi.
The three-day event from June 23 to June 25 will feature a weekend of music and culture, daytime music workshops, cultural displays, craft displays, food stalls, and main-stage evening concerts.
RWMF features 199 musicians from 12 countries across three continents performing a diverse range of music.
The festival will showcase performances from local musicians such as Zee Avi, Suk Binie, Apu, Nadir, Steve Thornton Band, Sada Borneo, Tuku Kame, Nading Rhapsody, Geng Wak Long, Buloh Berkocak, At Adau and Merukad. — DayakDaily
