Razif Ajip (MY)

Razif Ajip is a traditional Sabahan musician and cultural exponent from Sabah, Malaysia, renowned for his mastery of the sundatang (a traditional Rungus two-stringed boat lute) from Rapot Sanggong. He is an active advocate for Borneo's indigenous music, performing regionally and internationally to preserve and pass down traditional Rungus instrumental techniques and folk tunes. He has represented Sabah globally, including performing and conducting workshops at the International Austronesian Musician Residency in Taitung, Taiwan.

Areas of Expertise:
Rungus Mongigol Sumundai dancer and instructor, Traditional Rungus vocalist, Rungus gong ensemble musician, Traditional Rungus instrumentalist (Sundatang, Urali, Uruding and Sompoton), Apprentice Rungus Bobolizan, Practitioner of Rungus customs and traditional beliefs. Researcher and cultural activist dedicated to Rungus arts and heritage.

International Experience:
- Voice of the Ocean: 2024 International Austronesian Musicians Residency, Taitung, Taiwan.
- 2025 International Jaw Harp Forum: Taiwan & Southeast Asia Cultural Sustainability Exchange Project.
- 2025 Amis Music Festival, Taitung, Taiwan.
- Voice of the Ocean: 2026 International Austronesian Musicians Residency, Taitung, Taiwan.
- 2026 Ketagalan Cultural Centre International Forum: Indigenous Music, Culture and Heritage, Taipei, Taiwan.

Contribution:
Actively trains young generations in Rungus arts and culture while promoting Sabah's cultural heritage through the ANSAMUNG Model.
Motto
"Preserving cultural heritage for future generations."