马来西亚华人文化协会简介   

(1) 成立背景

1970年代，马来西亚正处于政府雷厲風行，意圖實施同化政策措施的關健時刻，也正是馬來西亞華人文化活動受到種種限制的危機時刻；馬來西亞華社面對着馬來人至上，宗教至上，馬來文至上種種文化偏見的強大沖擊下，正備感焦慮與徬徨，为此，当时的馬華公會(简称马华)總會長李三春立即提出了〈五大計劃〉的具体行動方案，而馬來西亞華人文化協會就是這〈五大計劃〉之一。

馬來西亞華人文化協會(简称文协)于1974年9月14日成立筹委会，筹委会主席是黄昆福，秘书郑复兴，委员林建寿、饶文明、李奋勇、朱正华及麦汉锦。经过筹委会的努力奔走，于1976年11月19日獲得社團注冊局批准，于1977年3月5日，由发起人兼当时马华总会长李三春在槟城旧关仔角举行及有逾万人参加的文娱晚会上宣布成立，并在1977年4月19日选出第一届理事会。

(2) 成立目标：

(一)  进行研究，维护与发展华族文化，使其成为马来西亚国家文化的一个重要部分。

(二)  促进各民族的沟通与了解，作为华族文化与友族文化交融、沟通的重要桥梁，以利创造出公平和谐辉煌的马来西亚文化。

(三)  举办各种有意义的文化活动及出版与马来西亚文化有关的各类形式及性质之书籍。

(3) 成立演词

1977年3月5日由马来西亚华人文化协会创办人，

时任马华公会总会长李三春在槟城旧关仔角的成立演词

“今天晚上(1977年3月5日)，到处是一片兴高采烈和兴奋的情绪，因此，在这时刻里我将不会发表长篇大论的演说。当然，我本人原想简单发言，这项晚会的主办人也有同样的想法，但是，如果我不趁此机会解释今晚庆祝的意义以及成立马来西亚华人文化协会的来龙去脉的话，我将是失责的。我们的社会是一个多元文化的社会，槟城就是一个典型的代表，因为这里可以看到不同种族社会的文化遗产放射光芒。从我们现在站立之处约一箭之遥，我们可以看见一些古代的文化遗迹。在椰脚街有一间甲必丹克林回教堂，这是大马回教徒社会的回教遗迹。

在同一条街的五十码远之处是佛教徒所崇拜的观音亭。在皇后街，离这里大约有半英里，你可以看见兴都教徒的石碑。在旧关仔角一带，即在华盖街，你可以看见一间基督教堂。

事实上，槟城是我们社会文化的缩影，不同文化相互影响之地，在我们人民生活中留下深刻的痕迹。今天晚上举行的中华文化文艺晚会象征我国人民所享有的文化自由，同时也表现我们的人民一代接一代的发展这种光辉灿烂的文化。

对我们来说，有时候我们觉得这种情形很普通，屡见不鲜，看来它们是理应如此的，我们也会以为今天存有事物明天也会存在，但让我提醒各位，这可能不会永远如此的，任何的自由如果我们不坚决维护的话，它们将会随着时间而消逝。我们必须警惕，以确保我们现在所享有的东西，我们的子子孙孙也能够在将来享有。

马华公会所成立的马来西亚华人文化协会的其中一项主要目标，尤其要维护与发展这些丰富的大马文化遗产，这个协会将是许多文化的催化剂，以便在时间，耐心和亲善下，我们将在这个熔炉中创造出一种公平的和引以为荣的大马文化。

这个协会也将成为一个研究中心，它将出版诗歌，文章、书本和杂志，以反映大马人民的活动，思想和生活方式，它也将举办歌唱，戏剧和各民族的文化活动，以便使各民族彼此之间能了解各自的文化传统。这个协会的门户是开放给所有马来西亚公民的，凡年龄在21岁以上皆欢迎入会，我们希望各阶层人民都能踊跃参加，以便对马来西亚文化的发展作出贡献。虽然这个协会是由马华公会发起，但它却不是马华公会的专有权。这个协会代表整个华人社会的集体努力，也只有在群策群力下它才能达致其目标，马华公会作为一个政党已尽其所能来创造与维护这种情况，使我们的文化能够自由和进步的发展。马华公会主动的创造这个环境及良好的骨架，但是，真正的发扬文化传统的工作是有赖我们整体社会人士齐心协力去推动方克有成。

我们时常遇到一种可悲的经验，即政治如果和文化混合的话，以致政界人士企图操纵我们文化发展的话，那么，其结果将会产生一种表现和投机取巧的文化，这无非是满足的那些政客个人的需要和利益而已。当然，它是无法庄严地反映人民的成就的，文化绝对不容许成为一粒足球让人踢来踢去，这是其中一项基本原因。

我们致力不在文化里介入政治因素，把它移出政治领域，使它不再成为政治论争的一项问题，让文化专家和群众去处理文化问题，而那些投机政客不应插手。我们呼吁大家接受这个基本规则，如此，我们社会的文化发展将能集体和权威地向前迈进。

各位朋友，今晚的文化文艺晚会即将开始，在结束我的谈话之前，让我向你们介绍这个文化协会筹委会的成员给你们认识，他们是主席：黄昆福、秘书：郑复兴，委员：林建寿、饶文明、李奋勇、朱正华及麦汉锦。现在，我以愉快的心情宣布马来西亚华人文化协会成立” 。

BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF THE MALAYSIAN CHINES CULTURAL SOCIETY

(1)BACKGROUND

The 1970s was a critical time in Malaysia which saw the Government intending to vigorously and resolutely implement assimilation policies. It was a crisis period where the cultural activities of the Chinese were being subjected to various restrictions and the formidable impact of cultural biases like Malay dominance, religious superiority, and the supremacy of the Malay language. As the Chinese community found itself overwhelmed with anxiety and lost, Lee San Choon, who was then the Malaysian Chinese Association(MCA for Short ) President, immediately proposed the “Five Major Projects” concrete action plan, one of which was the founding of the Malaysian Chinese Cultural Society.

The Preparatory Committee of the Malaysian Chinese Cultural Society (MCCS for short) was set up on 14 September, 1974. Through the efforts of chairman Wee Khoon Hock, secretary Zheng Fuxing, and members Lim Kean Siew, Ngau Boon Min, Li Fenyong, Choo Ching Hwa and Mak Hon Kam, approval was successfully btained from the Societies Registration Board on 19 November, 1976. On 5 March, 1977, during a cultural evening event at the Penang Esplanade attended by over ten thousand people, project initiator Lee San Choon announced the establishment of MCCS. Subsequently, the first council of the society was elected on 19 April, 1977.

(2)OBJECTIVE

(A) To study, preserve and develop Chinese culture, so that it becomes an important part of the Malaysian national culture.

(B) To foster inter-cultural communication and understanding by serving as an important bridge connecting Chinese culture and the culture of other communities, so as to facilitate the creation of a just, harmonious and glorious Malaysian culture.

(C) To organise a variety of meaningful cultural activities and to publish books of various forms and nature related to Malaysian culture.

(3)INAUGURAL SPEECH

“On this evening (5 March, 1977), as we rejoice in jubilance and excitement, I will not be giving a lengthy speech. Both the event organiser and I had intended for my comments to be brief. However, I would be remiss if I did not take this opportunity to explain the significance of tonight’s celebration and the long and short behind the establishment of the Malaysian Chinese Cultural Society. Ours is a multicultural society; one which is epitomised by Penang, where the cultural heritage of various ethnic communities truly flourish. Cultural vestiges of the past lie just a stone’s throw from where we all stand. The Kapitan Keling Mosque on Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling is a historical monument of Malaysia’s Muslim community. Fifty yards from there sits the Kuan Yin Temple venerated by Buddhist worshippers. On Lebuh Queen, about half a mile from here, you will find a stela of the Hindu faith. And along the Old Esplanade, on Lebuh Farquhar, you will see a Christian Church.

Indeed, Penang is a microcosm of our society; a place where different cultures interact to leave a profound trace on our lives. Tonight’s event not only symbolises the cultural freedom that the people of our country enjoy, but also the practice of perpetuating this splendid culture from generation to generation.

Sometimes we may feel that there is nothing extraordinary or uncommon about this; that it is merely how it should be, and that what exists today will exist tomorrow. But let me remind everybody, that it may not always be so. Any form of freedom will eventually be lost with time if we do not safe guard it firmly. We must be vigilant to ensure that the things which we enjoy today can also be savoured by our children and grandchildren in the future.

One of the objectives when MCA established MCCS is to preserve and develop the rich cultural heritage of Malaysia. MCCS will serve as a catalyst for various cultural initiatives, so that in time and with patience and goodwill, we will be able to create a Malaysian culture that is fair and that we can be proud of. MCCS will also act as a research centre; it will publish poetries, writings, books and magazines that reflect the activities, thoughts and lifestyle of the Malaysian people; it will organise singing, theatre and multi-ethnic activities, to foster understanding of each other’s cultural traditions.

The door of MCCS is open to all Malaysian citizens of 21 years or older, and we welcome the participation of people of all levels of society to contribute to the development of Malaysian culture. Although it is initiated by MCA, MCCS is not the exclusive property of MCA. Rather, it represents the collective effort of the Chinese community; the path to its goals achievable only through collective wisdom and concerted efforts. As a political party, MCA has fulfilled its role to create and maintain an environment that supports the free and progressive development of our culture. We have provided the initiation and framework. But the real job of carrying forward our cultural traditions can only be done well if the entire community works together. 

Every so often, however, we come across the situation when politics and culture intertwine in deplorable ways. When politicians attempt to mould the culture of a society to justify their needs and interest, the result is a showy, opportunistic outcome incapable of dignifying the achievements of the people. 

One of the core fundamentals of culture is that it is not a soccer ball we can kick around. With that in mind, we are committed to separating culture from politics, and to preventing it from becoming a subject of political debate, so that the experts and the public can deal with cultural issues without the interference of unscrupulous politicians. We urge all parties to accept this basic principle, so that the cultural development of our society will be able to move forward collectively and authoritatively.

Dear friends, as tonight’s cultural show is about to begin, allow me to conclude my remarks by introducing to you members of the MCCS Preparatory Committee. They are: Chairman Wee Khoon Hock, Secretary Zheng Fuxing, and members Lim Kean Siew, Ngau Boon Min, Li Fenyong, Choo Ching Hwa and Mak Hon Kam. And now, it gives me great pleasure to announce the launch of the Malaysian Chinese Cultural Society. Thank you.

── Lee San Choon

A.The strong horizontal and vertical strokes forming the “華” character represent the strength and solidity of Chinese culture.

B.The nine horizontal strokes represent the nine teams within MCCS cooperating closely to energetically advocate Malaysian Chinese culture.

C.The three vertical strokes represent the three major ethnic groups of our country, advancing in parallel and united as one.

D.Embedded within the “華” character are three “丰” (“abundant”) glyph types as well as a “国” (“state”) glyph type, signifying that the national culture is constituted of the rich cultures of the three ethnic groups.

E.The composition created by the interlocking horizontal and vertical lines symbolises that the cultures must share multiple interactions before a rich and strong national culture can emerge.

LET THE SUN IN OUR HEARTS RISE

Composed by: Chen Hui Chong

Lyrics by: Tai Hsiao Hua, Xiaoman, Bu Limei

An ancient tale

sung generation after generation

The flame of culture

illuminates a myriad of families

This is where

thousands of rivers converge

A glorious vision

inspires enthusiasm and courage

Let the sun in our hearts rise

to breathe together with this land

Let the passion in our hearts convey

the shared memories with this land

Let the sun in our hearts rise

for life on this land to be adequate and warm

Let the sun in our hearts rise

so this land may enjoy gentle breezes and warm sunshine

丹斯里李三春

职称 ：

• 文协永久名誉顾问（1977年迄今）
• 于槟城关仔角宣布文协成立（1977年3月5日）
• 推动马华五大计划，计划成立马来西亚华人文化协会（1974年4月17日）

经历 ：

• 马来西亚拉曼学院名誉院长
• 宣布从政坛引退（1983年）
• 交通部长（1978年）
• 第四任马华总会长（1977年─1983年）
• 劳工部长（1971年）
• 马华署理总会长（1971年）
• 筹办拉曼学院（1968年）
• 马来西亚多元化合作社主席（1968年─1978年）
• 劳工部政务次长（1964年）
• 马华马青总团长（1962年）
• 居銮北区国会议员（1959年）

荣誉 ：

• 文协〈文化特别贡献奖〉得主（2006年）
• 最高元首封赐丹斯里勋衔
• 荣获美国北加罗纳郡康贝尔大学颁发名誉博士（1982）

Tan Sri Lee San Choon

Positional Titles :

• MCCS Honorary Life Advisor (Since 1977 )
• Announced the Formation of MCCS at the Esplande, Penang, on 5 March 1977
• Spearheaded the MCA’s Five Major Projects and Planned to Set Up the MCCS (1974)

Experiences :

• Honorary Principal of Tunku Abdul Rahman College
• Stepped Down from Politics (1983)
• Appointed Transport Minister (1978)
• Elected the 4thPresident of the MCA (1977-1983)
• Appointed Labour Minister (1971)
• Elected MCA Deputy President (1971)
• Planned to Set Up Tunku Abdul Rahman College(1968)
• Chairman of the Multi-Purpose Co-operative Society (KSM) (1968-1978)
• Appointed Parliamentary Secretary to the Labour Ministry (1964)
• Elected MCA Youth Chairman (1962)
• Elected Member of Parliament for Keluang Utara (1959)

Experiences :

• Recipient of the 2006 MCCS Award for Cultural Contribution
• Awarded Tan Sri Title by the Yang di Pertuan Agong
• Awarded Honorary Doctorate by the North Carolina Campbell University(1982)

2000 年 12 月 10 日

全国青年才艺创作总决赛暨颁奖礼

由本会主办、青年体育部主催的全国青年才艺创作比赛，总决赛暨颁奖礼在吉隆坡凤鸣宫酒店隆重举行，比赛场地由林金华赞助。当晚邀请青年及体育部副部长翁诗杰主持颁奖。本会邀请到国内外七位重量级的表演艺术家担任评审，同时也特别邀请到中国山东省歌舞剧院的一级演员呈献精彩的歌舞及乐器演奏。当晚大家不仅可以观赏到国内外优秀的青年卓越的表演艺术，同时也能欣赏到来自中国杰出表演艺术家们的最精彩演出，绝对是一场集视听娱乐美感于一体的最高享受。

比赛项目分为音乐、舞蹈、短剧及相声，经初赛及复赛后，进入总决赛的10支优胜队伍呈献出精彩的演出，寰宇电视台astro 在现场录制并于新年元旦播出。 本会亦邀请来自中国山东省文化交流艺术团前来作友谊演出，呈献压轴节目。整个节目让观众沉浸在多重转折的心情中，从激撩人心的开场舞蹈到青年及体育部副部长翁诗杰及总会长戴小华别开生面的开幕方式，还有姚新光及培乐两位司仪配合无间的主持，一气呵成，将观众带入表演者的世界中，心潮随之起伏波动。 初赛评审团为：张材光、张雅诰、苏华宝、陈温发、曾剑青、黄情茂、徐淑芳、潘德南、郑清强、孙春美、黄伟民、黄福泉、伍秀芳及马金泉。复赛评审团为：郑清强、周桂新、陈容、张雅诰、孙春美、苏华宝及陈温发。 总决赛评审团为：贾作光（中）、郭启宏（中）、梦鸽（中）、欧建平（中）、郑清强（马）、陈容（马） 及陈清水（马）。

全国青年才艺创作赛奖金丰富，奖励如下：

最佳才艺奖：1 名（奖金8 千令吉，奖状一面）

优秀奖：4 名（奖金1 千5 百令吉，奖状一面）

最佳创作奖：1 名（奖金8 千令吉，奖状一面）

优秀奖：4 名（奖金1 千5 百令吉，奖状一面）

得奖名单：

最佳才艺奖：

相声组：《这里是个好地方》

演员：曾囡囡、陈湘青

舞蹈组：广西舞团《夏•海》

演出者：李瑞强、李建凤、谢安妮、李昱缗、林贵桦、陈爱薇、阿利斯

舞蹈创作：朱智宽

音乐创作：吴圣雄

最佳创作奖：

短剧组：《感天动地》

编导：李永强

演员：张明珠、李淑真、刘家荣、郭少麒、刘锦康、王衍任、许凤仪、吴伟福

优秀奖 ：

音乐组：《别怕》（耕梦工作坊呈献）、《眷恋》（PG & Friends 呈献）、《让他们知道》（词/曲：唐伟铭，编曲：唐伟梁）、《新苗之歌》（二胡与钢琴合奏

作曲：玉苗、星辉，演绎：唐丽 敏、唐慧敏）

短剧组：《天生》

编剧：颜永祺，导演：颜永祺

表演者：颜永祺、雷志伦

主题词/曲：颜永祺

编曲：吴维敦

演绎：林斐颖。《老妈当自强》

演员：陈永兴

编剧：赖怡龙

导演：丘淑锦

舞蹈组：《气》

舞团：川草舞蹈剧场

编导：缪长青，舞者：缪长青、郭宁丰、蓝孟儒、丘冠南

文化的传承和发展须靠大家不断的参与和推动，并将不合时宜的传统文化大胆卸下，将优良的传统文化有计划地加以研究和推广，使之发扬光大，使它成为马来西亚国家文化的一个重要部分，以达致与我国各民族文化互相交融，和谐共处。