Kebagh dance

Kebagh dance

The elegant dance of Kebagh
Genre	Sacred dance
Instrument(s)	Kenong, Gong, Rebab
Inventor	Palembang
Origin	Indonesia

Kebagh dance, formerly known as the Semban Bidodari, is a traditional Palembang dance originating in Pagaralam, South Sumatra, Indonesia. This dance is characterized by the movement of opening both hands, such as spreading wings, and is usually performed to welcome distinguished guests in traditional ceremonies.

Kebaghl is the oldest traditional dance that is very popular in the Besemah area since ancient times. Although it was banned until the 1940s by the Dutch colonial government, this dance is still preserved and taught from generation to generation.^[1]