Analisis Struktur Musikal Lagu Duo dan Struktur Tari Selendang Kesenian Sikambang pada Upacara Pernikahan Masyarakat Pesisir Kota Sibolga

Abstract

This study discusses the musical structure of lagu duo and tari selendang in Sikambang art in Sibolga City. The purpose of this study is to analyze the musical structure of lagu duo and tari selendang structures and to understand the relationship between musical and dance elements and the cultural meanings contained therein. The method used in this study is qualitative and data collection is carried out through observation, interviews, audio recordings, and visual field notes, and literature studies. To obtain the results of this study, the author uses the weighted scale theory by Wiliam P. Malm, namely, things that must be considered in describing the melody of lagu duo such as: scale, basic tone, tone area, number of tones, number of intervals, kandens patterns, melody formulas, and contours. And the author also uses the theory of form expressed by Soedarsono to help determine the structure of the selendang dance. The form referred to in his study includes elements of dance that are interrelated, including movement, floor patterns, music, make-up and costumes, properties, time and place of performance. The results of the study show that duo songs have a dynamic rhythm and have a form that tends to be repetitive or repeating and lyrics that reflect the values of the community and local wisdom of Sibolga City, such as unity and togetherness. Tari selendang can be classified as a pair dance group and tari selendang is very related and cannot be separated from lagu duo. The relationship between music and dance in this performance creates a deep aesthetic experience, while strengthening the cultural identity of the people of Sibolga City. This study is expected to contribute to the understanding and preservation of local arts.