Sigeh Pengunten Dance is a traditional dance from Lampung Province that serves as a welcoming dance for honored guests. This dance is a development of the Sembah Dance and incorporates cultural elements from the two main traditional groups in Lampung, namely Pepadun and Saibatin. Through a regional regulation, Sigeh Pengunten Dance has been officially designated as the traditional dance for welcoming important guests.
Attire Worn
Sigeh Pengunten dancers wear traditional Lampung attire, consisting of:
Siger: A golden crown that symbolizes the identity of Lampung Province.
White Baju Kurung: A long-sleeved white blouse.
Kain Tapis: A traditional woven Lampung fabric worn as a lower garment.
Tanggai: Cone-shaped golden finger covers worn on the hands.
Other Accessories: Papan jajar (ornamental chest piece), gelang kano (canoe bracelet), gelang burung (bird bracelet), kalung buah jukum (jukum fruit necklace), and pending (ornamental belt buckle).
This attire not only enhances the visual beauty of the performance but also carries deep symbolic meanings.
Musical Accompaniment
Sigeh Pengunten Dance is accompanied by traditional Lampung music, which consists of several instruments, including:
Gamelan Lampung: Provides the main melody for the dance.
Gendang (Drum): Sets the rhythm and tempo of the performance.
Gong: Enhances the harmonic richness of the musical accompaniment.
The combination of these instruments creates a harmonious rhythm that perfectly complements the dancers' movements.
Philosophical Meaning
Philosophically, Sigeh Pengunten Dance represents gratitude and respect towards guests, embodying the philosophy of Lampung society known as ""Piil Pesenggiri"" (a strong sense of self-respect and dignity). The movements in this dance reflect these values, as they are performed in unison and complement one another. Additionally, the dance portrays the beauty of nature and the daily life of the local community, teaching simplicity and purity in life.
