West Sumatra

New Narratives: Story-telling, speech making and theatre are important forms of performance in West Sumatra. Megan Collins presents new works by Minangkabau composers working in these fields. Audio

Composing Ceremonies: In this programme Megan Collins talks to Minangkabau composers whose contemporary music represents ceremonial traditions as well as local responses to globalisation Audio

Voice, flutes and drums: Vocal music is a leading performance style in West Sumatra. Megan Collins talks to singers and flute players who maintain traditional performance while composing contemporary… Audio

Experimental Instruments: Minangkabau musicians make their instruments, both traditional and experimental. In this programme Megan Collins interviews composers from West Sumatra. Audio

Old and new music: Megan Collins looks at the traditional music of the Minangkabau people from West Sumatra and introduces leading composers of the region. Audio