Abstract:
This study deals with semiotic meaning of Semiotic sign in Nandong performance
of Aceh Simeulue. It was aimed at investigating the meaning of signs Nandong
performance in Aceh Simeulue culture. This study was conducted by using
descriptive qualitative research. Sources of data obtained from the community and
also the government in Aceh Simeulue especially in Trans Maranti area. Data
were analyzed using descriptive analysis technique, by finding the signs and
interpreting the meaning of signs in Nandong performance of Aceh Simeulue. The
results showed that there were consisting of 5 stanzas, consists of Enggelan mon
sao surito, Inang maso semonan, Manoknop sao fano, Uwilah da sesewan, Unen
ne alek linon, Fesang bakat ne mali, Manoknop sao hampong, Tibo-Tibo maawi,
Anga linon ni mali, Uek suruik sahuli, Maheya mihawali, Fano me singa tenggi,
Ede smong kahanne, Turiang da nenek ta, Miredem teher ere, Pesan navi-navi.
