SHAFA’ATUSSARA SILAHUDIN
Date of birth: 24 May 1983 E-mail: shafaatussara@gmail.com
Contact no.: +60126210340
Academic Qualification
• Candidate Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Leiden University, The Netherlands Dissertation: Malay singing in Pahang villages: identity and practice;
• Master of Malay Studies: Malay Performing Arts, University of Malaya (2012) Thesis: Nyanyian Melayu asli: kajian seni kata pantun dan teknik nyanyian (Malay asli singing: a study of pantun and singing techniques);
• Bachelor of Science: Biohealth Science, University of Malaya (2006)
Thesis: Antioxidant activity of Psophocarpus tetragonolobus and Vigna unguiculata.
Areas of Expertise
• Malay Studies
• Media and Cultural Studies
• Popular Culture
Employment
• August - October 2020: Part-Time Postgraduate Research Assistant, The Community and Sustainability Centre (UMCares), University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia;
• 2008 - 2019: Fellow, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia;
• 2006 - 2007: Research Assistant, Shimadzu UMMC Centre for Xenobiotic Studies, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia;
• 2006: Lab Demonstrator, Institute of Biological Science, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia;
• 2003: Malay Language Teacher (Temporary). Ismail Primary School (II), Muar, Johor, Malaysia.
Administrative Work
• 2010 - 2013: College Secretary, Tun Syed Zahiruddin Residential College, University of Malaya;
• 2008 - 2010: College Fellow, Tun Syed Zahiruddin Residential College, University of Malaya;
• 2006 - 2007: College Assistant Fellow, Tun Syed Zahiruddin Residential College, University of Malaya.
Teaching Experiences/Courses
• e-learning Malay Music Tradition, Faculty of Cultural Studies, University of Sumatera Utara, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, 25 January 2021;
• e-learning Syair Singing, Sultan Zainal Abidin University, Trengganu, Malaysia, 19 December 2020;
• e-learning Syair Singing, Department of Malay Studies, Institute of Teacher Education Gaya Campus, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 14 July 2020;
• Teaching of Malay Language in Newspaper and Magazine, Semester I & II (International students) Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 2018/2019;
• Foundation of Kroncong Singing, Semester I & II, The Centre for Internship and Academic Enrichment (CITrA), University of Malaya 2018/2019;
• Malay Traditional Poetries and Performance, Institute of Teacher Education, Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, 2 April 2018;
• Malay Syair Singing Tradition, Semester I, University of Sumatera Utara, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, 14 September 2017;
• Malay Traditional Poetry, National Service Training Centre Camp, Papar Sabah, Malaysia, 3-7 November 2014;
• Syair and Other Traditional Poetry, Centre for Humanities Studies, Malaysia Science University, Penang, 21 November 2014;
• Appreciation of Malay Music, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 2012/2013;
• Development of Three Dimensional Design, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 2012/2013;
• Education and Teaching of Arts, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 2011/2012;
• Facilitator Course, Semester I & II, The Centre for Internship and Academic Enrichment (CITrA), University of Malaya, 2011/2012;
• Malay Costume and Accessory, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 2011/2012;
• Art Management and Administration, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 2010/2011;
• Malay Performing Arts, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 2009/2010;
• Development of Three Dimensional Design, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 2009/2010;
• Malay Studies From Islamic Sources,
Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya
, 2008/2009;• Biology Practical Course, Semester I & II, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, 2007/2008.
Professional Development
• Committee Member, International Festival of Syair, Theatre and Arts Tradition, 20- 25 December 2019;
• Malaysia Representative in 8th World Summit on Arts & Culture in Kuala Lumpur, 11th-14th March 2019;
• Quran Reading Improvement Course (Part II), Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 22 September 2018;
• Quran Reading Improvement Course (Part I), Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 12 May 2018;
• Research Methodology Seminar, Malay Excellence Research Centre, University of Malaya, 21 September 2017;
• Workshop of Traditional Music of Banyuwangi, Indonesia. Organised by Indonesian Embassy in The Hague, Netherlands, 20 October 2015;
• Workshop on Atlas.ti Software: The World of Data Qualitative TU Delft University, Delft, Netherlands, 19-20 September 2015;
• Workshop on Writing Thesis & Journal Paper With Ease Using LATEX, MPWS Training Centre, Bangi Selangor, Malaysia, 15 February 2015;
• Workshop on Qualitative Data Analysis Using Atlas.ti Software, MPWS Training Centre, Bangi Selangor, Malaysia, 14 February 2015;
• Workshop on Literature Review Using Atlas.ti Software, MPWS Training Centre, Bangi Selangor, Malaysia, 13 February 2015;
• English Language Course, Academic Language Centre, Faculty of Humanities, Leiden University, Netherlands (12 weeks), March-May 2014;
• Training of Trainers, Selesa Beach Resort, Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan Malaysia, 24-27 May 2012;
• Awareness of Bumiputera Teaching Scheme Programme, Human Resource Department, University of Malaya, 19-20 December 2012;
• Nationalism Course for Students Furthering Their Studies Abroad, organised by Prime Minister’s Office, 9-13 August 2012;
• Academic Writing for International Journal for University Lecturers, A’Famosa Resort, Melaka, 1-3 June 2011;
• Committee Member, Malay Studies Festival, University of Malaya, 28 March-1 April 2011;
• Human Development Course: Improving the Quality of Work of Civil Servants, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 29 July 2010;
• Training of Trainers (Part II), University Putra Malaysia, 1-3 June 2010;
• Training of Trainers (Part I), University Putra Malaysia, 31 May 2010;
• Committee Member, International Conference on Malay Art Decoration, Preservation and Development, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 5-6 August 2009;
• Advisor for multiple projects by university students during my administrative position as college fellow from 2006-2013;
• Research Methodology in Malay Studies, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 20-21 December 2008.
Publications/Presentations International journal
• Pertandingan nyanyian lagu Melayu asli (2000-2010) sebagai kegiatan budaya dalam kalangan remaja [Malay asli singing competition (2000-2010) as a cultural activity among youths]. BITARA International Journal of Civilization Studies and Human Sciences, Vol. 4, Issues 1, 2021.
• Adat dan tradisi lisan Orang Talang dalam suku Melayu Asli di Desa Betung, Kabupaten Pelalawan, Riau [Customary and oral tradition of Talang people within Indigenous Malay tribe in Betung Village, Pelalawan District in Riau]. AL-QIYAM International Social Science and Humanities Journal, Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021;
• Sastera lisan memperkasa bahasa Minangkabau menerusi lagu dan persembahan kebudayaan di Malaysia [Oral literature strengthens Minangkabau language through songs and cultural performance in Malaysia]. Asian Journal of Civilizational Studies, Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2021;
• The past musical identity of Malay world. Al-QIYAM International Social Science and Humanities Journal, Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2020;
• The formation of traditional music and regional pop music community in popular social media. Malaysian Journal of Communication, Vol. 35, Issue 4, 2019.
Proceedings
• Persembahan syair, pantun, gurindam, seloka, nazam, zikir dan nasyid dalam teks- teks klasik dari abad ke-14 hingga ke-19 [Performance of traditional Malay poetry songs as illustrated in Malay classical works from 14th-19th centuries]. International Seminar on Oral Literature, 2017;
• Dimensi nyanyian Melayu oleh penyampai tempatan di Temerloh, Pahang [Dimension of Malay singing by local singers in Temerloh, Pahang]. Pusat Kajian Kecemerlangan Melayu, University of Malaya, 2014;
• Lagu Melayu asli: stilistik nyanyian sebagai wahana seni Melayu [Malay asli song:
stylistic of singing as means of expression of Malay arts]. International Seminar On Malay Culture, Linguistic, Arts dan Socio-culture, University of Sumatera Utara, Medan, Indonesia, 2009.
Chapters in books
• PhD dissertation book “Malay singing in Pahang villages: identity and practice”:
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Chapter 1: Introduction- Chapter 2. The past musical identity and social environment of the Malay world - Chapter 3: Traditional music and regional pop music
- Chapter 4: Kugiran and punk rock
- Chapter 5: Amateur music groups (nazam berendoi and dikir rebana), and young women and music
- Chapter 6: Conclusion;
• Syair dalam medium persembahan: pengalaman peribadi [Syair in the medium of performance: personal experience] in Puisi dan Syair, Institut Terjemahan & Buku Malaysia, 2017;
• Pantun sebagai nyanyian lagu Melayu asli [Singing of pantun of Malay asli genre] in Wacana Pantun Melayu, Institute of Language and Literature, 2016;
• Nyanyian Melayu asli: vokalisasi serta peranan korda vokal dan larinks [Malay asli singing: vocalization and the role of vocal cord and larynx] in Kearifan tempatan pengalaman Nusantara: meneliti kosmologi dan adat istiadat, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2013;
• Nyanyian Melayu asli sebagai warisan manifestasi kesenian Melayu: tumpuan pandangan pemikir-pemikir budaya [Malay asli singing as the manifestation of
Malay arts: focus upon Malay culturists]. Monograph, Department of Arts, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 2010;
• Aspek seni dalam persembahan sempena program 1Malaysia: satu penilaian [Aspects of arts in 1Malaysia performance programme: an early assessment].
Monograph, Department of Arts, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 2009;
• Datuk Suhaimi Mohd Zain (Pak Ngah): Pencinta dan pelopor muzik tradisional alaf baru [Suhaimi Mohd Zain (Pak Ngah): pioneer of traditional music in the new millennium]. Monograph, Department of Arts, Academy of Malay Studies, University of Malaya, 2008;
• Muzik tradisional Johor [Traditional music of Johor] in Seniman Muzik Johor Sepanjang Zaman Yayasan Warisan Johor (unpublished);
• Seniman muzik moden dan semasa Johor [Traditional and modern musicians of Johor] in Seniman Muzik Johor Sepanjang Zaman, Yayasan Warisan Johor (unpublished).
Articles in national magazines
• Pengajaran dan kegiatan dendangan syair pasca COVID-19 [Learning and activity of syair singing in post-COVID-19]. Majalah Pentas. Istana Budaya. 2021;
• Dendangan syair citra Nusantara [Syair singing as the reflection of Nusantara].
Dewan Sastera. Institute of Language and Literature. 2020;
• Roslan Madun menginspirasikan [Roslan Madun the source of inspiration]. Dewan Budaya. Institute of Language and Literature. 2017.
Articles on website
• Nazam berendoi nyanyian tradisi wanita Melayu Pahang [Traditional singing of nazam berendoi among Malay women in Pahang]. Klik Web DBP (http://klikweb.dbp.my/)
Oral presentation
• An introduction of syair singing performance in Nusantara. Sultan Zainal Abidin University, Trengganu, Malaysia, 19 December 2020;
• The past of musical identity of Malay world. Malaysia-Cambodia Literary Webinar. 5 December 2020;
• Syair and Malay Poetry Singing (Part II), Institute of Language and Literature, Kuala Lumpur, 23 November 2020;
• Syair and Malay Poetry Singing (Part I), Institute of Language and Literature, Kuala Lumpur, 24 November 2020;
• Syair and Malay traditional poetry: a reflection of Malay identity. Main Speaker.
Centre for Arts & Cultural Sustainable Development (CiTRA), International Islamic University of Malaysia, 21 September 2020;
• Syair as Malay tradition. Part I, II & III. The Community and Sustainability Centre (UMCares), University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, August 2020;
• Syair and Other Traditional Poetry Singing. Syair Workshop. Shah Alam Library Corporation. Shah Alam Convention Centre, 5 March 2020;
• Preservation of Syair Tradition in the Malay Archipelago. International Festival of Syair, Theatre and Arts Tradition, 24 December 2019;
• Islamic Culture and Malay Syair [Syair Melayu dan Kebudayaan Islam]. Main Speaker. Centre for Arts & Cultural Sustainable Development (CiTRA), International Islamic University of Malaysia, 29 June 2019;
• Creative Writing. National Academy of Arts, Culture and Heritage, 26 February 2019;
• Oral literature strengthens Minangkabau language through songs and cultural performance in Malaysia [Sastera lisan memperkasa bahasa Minangkabau menerusi lagu dan persembahan kebudayaan di Malaysia]. Main Guest Speaker. Minangkabau Language Congress, Daima Hotel, Padang, Sumatera Barat, Indonesia, 4-5 October 2018;
• Learning Malay Language in Syair. International Traditional Music Festival, Ho Chi Minh Conservatory of Music, Vietnam, 28 November 2018;
• Syair Singing Guidance. Workshop of Procedure and Heritage Rules. Heritage Preservation Department, Kuala Lumpur, 2-3 June 2018;
• Malay Traditional Poetries, International Islamic University of Malaysia, 2 December 2017;
• Syair in the medium of performance [Syair dalam medium persembahan], ASEAN Poetry Forum. Institute of Language and Literature, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 3 October 2017;
• Performance of traditional Malay poetry songs as illustrated in Malay classical works from 14th-19th centuries [Persembahan syair, pantun, gurindam, seloka, nazam, zikir dan nasyid dalam teks-teks klasik dari abad ke-14 hingga ke-19]. Main Guest Speaker. International Seminar on Oral Literature. Garuda Plaza Hotel, Medan, Indonesia, 15 September 2017;
• Malay singing in Pahang riverine villages, identity and practice: A bird’s eye view.
Faculty of Humanities, Leiden University, Netherlands, 20 May 2014;
• Malay Poetry Tradition. Integration Boarding School, Kuantan Pahang, Malaysia, 1-3 November 2013;
• Vocal techniques in performing poetry songs [Teknik vokal dalam penyampaian lagu puisi]. e-Sastera Malaysia Association, Malaysia, 24 December 2011;
• Malay asli singing: a study of vocal cord and larinks in producing singing voice [Nyanyian Melayu asli: kajian peranan struktur korda vokal dan larinks dalam penghasilan suara]. International Regional Conference on Local Knowledge.
Malaysia Science University, Penang, 9-11 October 2011;
• Malay Asli singing: stylistic of singing as a carrier of Malay arts [Nyanyian Melayu asli: stilistik nyanyian sebagai wahana seni Melayu]. Faculty of Cultural Studies, Universitas Riau, Indonesia, 20 June 2009;
• Poetry songs: thoughts and creation [Lagu-lagu puisi: pemikiran dan penciptaan].
Sultan Idris Education University, Tanjung Malim, Malaysia, 22 April 2009.
Ongoing Project/Research
• Demonstration of Malay traditional songs in Pahang funded by The Cultural Economy Development Agency (CENDANA) Malaysia (January-May 2021);
• Recording of kroncong singing, Cultural Centre, University of Malaya (May 2020 until present);
• Working title (article) - Pembelajaran seni dendangan syair dalam talian pasca COVID-19 [Online learning of syair singing post COVID-19];
• Working title (chapter in book) - Pembentukan komuniti syair di Malaysia [Formation of syair community in Malaysia].
Fieldwork/Online Research
• Research on University Project Impact, The Community and Sustainability Centre (UMCares), University of Malaya, August-October 2020;
• Research on Malay royal heritage in Singapore, 25-30 July 2018;
• Research on music community in Pahang, Malaysia (5 months), April-August 2016;
• Research on music community in Pahang, Malaysia (8 months), July 2014-February 2015;
• Research on Malay oral tradition in Pekanbaru, Riau, Indonesia, 9-14 September 2014;
• Research on syair singing in Brunei, February 2013;
• Research on Malay oral tradition in Pekanbaru, Indonesia, June 2010.
• Research on Malay arts and culture in Riau and Medan, Indonesia. 15-30 June 2009.
Grants/Fellowship
• Performing Arts Presentation Funding Programme 2020 (Cycle 1) from The Cultural Economy Development Agency (CENDANA);
• Participation Bursary to the 8th World Summit on Arts & Culture in Kuala Lumpur, 2019;
• Fellowship Scheme for Bumiputra (Skim Latihan Akademik Bumiputera) for Master Degree Programme (2008-2011) from University of Malaya.
Recognition
• Champion, International Syair Singing Competition, 2019;
• Srikandi Syair Melayu, Hujan Fikir Association, Pahang, Malaysia, 2018;
• 1st Runner Up, Kuala Lumpur Representative for National Malay Traditional Singing Competition, 2017;
• Champion, National Traditional Poetry Singing Category, 2012;
• Champion, National Kroncong Singing Competition, 2009;
• 2nd Runner Up, English Singing Competition, University of Malaya, 2008;
• Champion, Patriotic Singing Competition (Category: University Staff), University of Malaya, 2007;
• Quarter Final, National Rhythm of Champion Band Competition, 2007;
• Finalist National Malay Asli (Malay Poetic Form) Singing, 2007;
• Champion, Malay Asli (Malay Poetic Form) Singing. Kedah District, 2007;
• 1st Runner Up, Malay Asli (Malay Poetic Form) Singing, Kuala Lumpur Federation, 2007;
• Champion, Poetry Recitation Performance, University of Malaya, 2007;
• Champion, Pop Band Music Competition, University of Malaya, 2006;
• Best Vocal in Acoustic Music Competition, University of Malaya, 2005;
• Champion in Acoustic Music Competition, University of Malaya, 2005;
• Citra Budayawati Appreciation Award, Majlis Kebudayaan Universiti-Universiti Malaysia (MAKUM), National, 2004;
• Champion in Kroncong Singing Competition, University of Malaya, 2004;
• Champion in Acoustic Music Competition, University of Malaya, 2004,
• Champion, Poetry Recitation Performance, University of Malaya, 2004;
• Runner Up, National Kroncong Singing Competition, 2004;
• Champion, Malay Asli Singing (Malay Poetic Form), University of Malaya, 2004;
• Champion, Malay Asli (Malay Poetic Form) Singing, University of Malaya, 2003;
• Arts Appreciation Award, Tun Syed Zahiruddin Residential College, University of Malaya, 2003;
• 2nd Runner Up, Malay Asli (Malay Poetic Form) Singing, Johor State, 2002;
• Champion, Malay Asli (Malay Poetic Form) Singing, Muar District, 2002.
Experience and Contribution to Society
• Syair singing performance in Gema Senandung Bahasa in conjunction with Dekad Bahasa Kebangsaan organised by Institute of Language and Literature December 2020;
• Special appearance in Arts in Digital Programme 2020 by Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Negara (JKKN) Kuala Lumpur, September 2020;
• Syair singer in Malay Traditional Theatre (Bangsawan) Menyerahnya Seorang Puteri, Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC), 23-25 August 2019;
• Demonstrator for syair singing, Jabatan Warisan Negara, 2018 & 2019;
• Syair performance in Public Dialog with Education Minister of Malaysia. National University of Malaysia, 16 November 2018;
• Singing performance in CEO@Faculty Programme organised by Ministry of Higher Education, Putrajaya International Convention Centre, 11 July, 2018;
• Malay traditional song performance in Onde-Onde Open Mic (Vol. 6), Gerakbudaya Bookstore, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia, 12 May 2018;
• Singing performance in Human Rights Festival, 10 December 2017;
• Syair reciter in Theatre of Jiwa Merdeka, University of MARA Technology, 22-23 December 2014;
• Speaker and demonstrator, Syair Singing Workshops at schools and universities in Malaysia and Indonesia, 2013 until present;
• Jury/Head of Juries in Syair Singing Competitions in international/national levels, 2013 until present;
• Charity song performance organised by Utusan Malaysia Berhad, The Palace of Culture, Kuala Lumpur, 23 January 2009;
• Performing in World Drum Festival Phase II at Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur, July 2008;
• Performing in World Drum Festival Phase II at Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur, July January 2008;
• Performing in Sang Serigala Monologue Theatre, Black Box, 12 February 2007.
Highlight of cultural events involved in Malaysia and Overseas:
Royal Music Concerts
o Syair performance in Royal Decree, His Royal Highness Tengku Mahkota Tengku Abdullah Al-Haj Ibni Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Al-Musta’in Billah.
Auditorium, Institute of Language and Literature Kuala Lumpur, 26April 2018;
o Cultural performance in Royal Charity Concert, Charity Dinner with Regent of Pahang, Zenith Hotel in Kuantan, Pahang, 21 April 2018;
o Syair performance in Royal Decree, His Royal Highness Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Ibni Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, Raja Muda of Perlis, Tun Syed Nasir Hall, Institute of Language and Literature Kuala Lumpur, 6 November 2017;
o Cultural performance The Alumni’s Grand Night in the presence of His Royal Highness Sultan Dr. Nazrin Shah, Royale Chulan Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 28 October 2017;
o Singing performance, Royal Dinner in the presence of His Royal Highness, Raja Dr. Nazrin Shah with in conjunction with University of Malaya Convocation, 6 November 2011;
o Traditional songs performance during the launch of University of Malaya Symphony Orchestra in the presence of His Royal Highness Sultan Azlan Shah, Chancellor University of Malaya, 26 March 2003.
International Syair Concerts
o Syair Duet Concert, Kuantan Pahang, Malaysia, 2020;
o Syair-Theatre Performance in International Festival of Syair, Theatre and Arts Tradition (Setanggi), Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia 24 December 2019;
o ASEAN Syair and Modern Poetry Concert, Institute of Language and Literature, Kuala Lumpur, October 2017;
o International Syair Concert, Medan, Indonesia, 15 September 2017;
o Nusantara Syair Concert, Institute of Language and Literature, Kuala Lumpur, 2016.
Vietnam
o Syair singing performance in First International Traditional Music Festival, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam (2018)
Netherlands
o Traditional singing performance in ASEAN 50th Celebration, Embassy of Malaysia, The Hague, 25 August 2017;
o Traditional singing performance, Leiden International Festival, 13 May 2017;
o 12-hour cultural performance representing Tourism Malaysia in the Netherlands in Festival of Bloemencorso, 22-23 April 2017;
o Syair performance in International Mother Language Day, Embassy of Bangladesh, The Hague, 26 February 2017;
o Traditional singing performance in Indonesian Culture, Arts and Food Festival in Leiden, February 2017;
o Cultural performance, Indonesian Embassy in the Netherlands at Event Place, Rijswijk, 27 December 2016;
o Gala Night, Malaysian Association in The Netherlands, 19 November 2016;
o Music performance in Kuntz Avond, Leiden, March 2016;
o Traditional songs performance in International Mother Language Day, Embassy of Bangladesh, The Hague, 22 February 2016;
o Gala Night, Malaysia Association in The Netherlands, The Hague, November 2015;
o Singing performance, Colors and Flavors of ASEAN, Cultural and Culinary Experience, Embassy of Indonesia, The Hague, Netherlands, January 2014.
China
o Cultural performance (sponsored by Tourism Malaysia in Beijing, China), 10-14 March 2010.
Indonesia
o Syair singing performance, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, Indonesia, September 2017;
o Syair singing performance, Pangeran Hotel, Pekanbaru, Riau, Indonesia, 11 September 2014;
o Cultural performance in conjunction with 226 Years Celebration of Pekanbaru, Riau, Indonesia 16-21 June 2010;
o Cultural performance in promoting Malaysia Food and Heritage Festival in conjunction with 282 Years Celebration of Yogjakarta, Indonesia, 22 October 2008;
o Cultural performance, Kaliurang, Yogjakarta, Indonesia, 18 October 2008.
Brunei
o Singing performance, Institute of Language and Literature, Brunei Darussalam, February 2013.
Singapore
o Singer and gamelan player in Theatre “Wangi Jadi Saksi” directed by Uwei Haji Shaari, Esplanade, February 2007.
Additional Skills
• Excellent in reading the Islamic book of Quran;
• Excellent in reading the book of Barzanji (Kitab Barzanji);
• Excellent in reading Jawi script;
• Excellent in playing traditional single-headed hand-beaten drum;
• Gamelan instruments (Intermediate);
• ATLAS.ti: The Qualitative Data Analysis & Research Software (Intermediate);
• Malay Zapin Dance (Intermediate);
• Sewing (Intermediate).
Appearance on national television programmes
• Main Host for 13 episodes of “Puisi Nusantara” Television Magazine Programme for RTM, Malaysia. 13 Malay traditional tradition (syair, nazam, bedundang, maulid jawi, bongai, pepatah, pantun, seloka. rejang, qasidah burdah, mantera, gurindam and mukun) 1 January – 2 April 2021);
• Special appearance in television program “Cerita Kita”, Berita RTM. June, 2020;
• Promoting International Festival of Syair, Theatre and Arts Tradition (Setanggi) at TV1 Morning Programme “Selamat Pagi Malaysia”. December 2019;
• Performing syair singing at TV1 Morning Programme “Selamat Pagi Malaysia”.
October 2018.
Music/Recording Albums/YouTube
• More than 200 songs have been recorded for multiple purposes since 2006 until present. To highlight:
- Syair songs, Heritage Preservation Department, Malaysia, 2019;
- Syair songs, Heritage Preservation Department and Malaysia Islamic Science University, 2018;
- Syair songs in Malay Traditional Poetry Album, 2013;
- Traditional songs in Tourism Malaysia/Langkawi, 2009.
Social Media Platforms
• Facebook (https://web.facebook.com/shafaatussara.silahudin/)
• YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/syafasara)
• Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/shafaatussara/?hl=en)
• Academia (https://leidenuniv.academia.edu/ShafaatussaraSilahudin)
• Research Gate (https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Shafaatussara_Silahudin)
Affiliations/Memberships
• Vice President, BITARA Association (2019-present);
• Vice President, Persatuan Penggiat Puisi Tradisional Melayu Negeri Pahang (2019);
• Vice President, Persatuan Hujan Fikir, Pahang (2018);
• Secretary, Malaysian Students’ Association in the Netherlands (2016/2017);
• Member, Malaysian Association in the Netherlands (MANL) (2015-2017);
• Member, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Malaysia (2011-2013);
Webinars/Online Courses/Summer Camp attended during post-COVID-19
• Webinar on manners as a platform for Muslim art activities. Centre for Arts &
Cultural Sustainable Development (CiTRA), International Islamic University of Malaysia, 4 Februari 2021;
• Webinar on Islamic art theory. Centre for Arts & Cultural Sustainable Development (CiTRA), International Islamic University of Malaysia, 2 February 2021;
• Workshop on Syair Singing. University of MARA Technology, 8 January 2021;
• Webinar on Selangor Cultural Identity. Selangor Public Library Corporation, 15-16 December 2020;
• International Seminar on Manuscript in the Malay World. University of MARA Technology, 5 December 2020;
• 11th Pinks Storytelling Technique Virtual Workshop in conjunction with 11th Penang International Kids Storytelling Festival, 17 October 2020;
• Summer Camp. Beijing Foreign Studies University, China, 10-19 August 2020;
• KONNECT ASEAN Creative Futures Dialogue “Insights from Art Professionals:
Surviving COVID-19 by Going Digital”, 17 September 2020;
• #PODCares. “Bunuh diri: fahami dan jangan menghakimi”, The Community and Sustainability Centre (UMCares), University of Malaya, 24 September 2020;
• “Textiles on the Move” organised by the International Institute for Asian Studies, the Tracing Patterns Foundation and the Textile Research Centre Leiden, 6-9 October 2020;
• Publishing Talk: How to get published and how to do peer review & SAGE Dialogue:
Insights & Innovations Shaping the Future of Work, 8 October 2020;
• The Storytelling Technique Workshop for Adults. Penang Educational Council, 17 October 2020;
• KONNECT ASEAN Creative Futures Dialogue #2, 22 October 2020.
