Holiday Ayo - In the Seudati Dance performance, there are several components that must be met so that the appearance of the dancers is maximized. Here are some components that must be in the seudati dance.

1. Dancer

As explained above, this dance is played by eight male dancers, one of whom acts as the leader. The lead dancer is also known as the sheikh. Then there will be people who help the sheikh, namely two assistants who are positioned on the left. These two people are usually referred to as apeet wie.

Then, there will be one more helper positioned at the back. This one role is usually called apeet bak. In addition, there will also be three other dancers who act as ordinary helpers.

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Later the dancers will have their respective roles when dancing. In the performance, there will be two people who are in charge of singing to accompany the dancers. Two people who sing are usually called aneuk syahi.

2. Tempo and Rhythm

In other traditional dances, dancers will usually be accompanied by traditional musical instruments such as gamelan. But in the Seudati dance, the rhythm and tempo of the song comes from the dancers who perform it. This dance only relies on the sound of chest and hip clapping. Then stomp your feet and snap your fingers.

Apart from the sounds above, the Seudati dance is also accompanied by singing from two dancers who have been selected. The song is sung according to the movement being performed. The movements performed by the dancers also adjust to the tempo and rhythm of the song being sung.

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The movement of this dance is very energetic and dynamic. However, in some parts, there are movements that look a bit stiff. This is intentionally done to show the strong and dashing impression of the dancers.
While clapping the chest and stomach is a movement that gives the impression of the arrogance and chivalry of the Acehnese men.

3. Dancers' Clothing

The clothes or costumes used by the Seudati dancers are long pants and long white T-shirts and tight. The clothes are equipped with songket cloth wrapped around the thighs and waist of the dancers.

Meanwhile, the property used is rencong tucked in the waist. Then a red headband or so-called tangkulok, and finally a handkerchief.