KAJIAN MAGIS DALAM TARI PIRIANG DI ATEH KACO OLEH KELOMPOK SENI PUSAKO MINANG DI KOTA PADANG

Abstract

This research aims to describe and reveal the magical elements contained in the Piriang Di Ateh Kaco Dance performance by the Pusako Minang Art Group in Padang City. A unique phenomenon in this dance is the use of broken beer bottles as the main prop stepped on by the dancers.  This type of research is qualitative research with a descriptive method. The research instrument is the researcher themselves, assisted by notes and a camera. Data is collected through literature study, observation, interviews and documentation. The steps to analyse the data are data collection, data description, data presentation and decision making.The research results show that the magical elements in the Piriang Di Ateh Kaco Dance are realised through two main elements: the vital role of a shaman and the use of spells. The ritual begins with the procession of "casting spells on Kaco," where the shaman recites prayers (a blend of Islamic values and oral tradition) to provide supernatural protection to the dancers. The presence of magical power is audibly indicated through the mandariang phenomenon, which is the distinctive tinkling sound of glass being shaken as an indicator that the props are "safe" to step on. This study concludes that the magic in this dance functions as a means of ritual and self-protection, while also serving as a symbol of the cultural identity of the Nagari Bayua community abroad, which continues to be preserved through a process of ongoing regeneration.