Sarawakian teenager breaks cultural barriers by learning the sape

Elizabeth and Ivana are among the growing number of female sape players in Sarawak. Photo: Elizabeth Bungan

The sape is a lute-like instrument played by Orang Ulu subtribes like the Kayan and Kenyah communities in Sarawak, and Dayak in Kalimantan. Carved out of the bole of Adau wood, the sape is believed to have magical healing properties in the olden days. “Although I am Iban, I am keen to learn an instrument from the Orang Ulu community. It’s also uniquely from Borneo. It’s important to learn it because it’s part of Sarawak’s culture and heritage.”

Alena continues her quest to bring traditional Sarawakian music to a wider audience. Photo: The Star/Joanne Timbuong

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