#Javanese Gamelan

[daily-instruments]

Daily Instrument — Bonang

The bonang is an idiophone played in the Javanese gamelan. The Bonang has one or two rows of gongs placed onto strings inside of a wooden frame. The gong in the bonang are shaped into the form of kettles, and are struck with padded sticks called tabuh. The bonang has three types in the Javanese gamelan, all varying in pitch. From highest to lowest the types are the bonang panerus, bonang barung, and bonang panembung.

[soulsanitarium]

Indonesia 🇮🇩 The Snake Queen (1982) Nyi Blorong dir. Putra

🌋 The Indonesian island of Java is almost entirely of volcanic origin, and contains numerous volcanoes, 45 of which are considered active volcanoes.

🐲No wonder the underground world was believed to be full of dragons and gods. Indonesia covers 300 different ethnic cultures in 17 000 islands (!) Such a rich culture. In Indonesia, all the mythology can be about Deities and Demons in common.

🎭Before the actress Suzzanna Martha Frederika van Osch was seen on the screen playing the demon goddess Nyi Blorong, many of these characters had only vague descriptions. These mythological characters queen & Blorong are from the Java and some smaller islands. The Queen Nyai Roro Kidul is a patron of fishermen, often described with a fish tail.🧜‍♀️

🐍According to (Wessing 2007) queen is not Blorong’s mother like in the film. Blorong was born from a snake’s egg and she can also completely turn into a snake. In the film the characters of the queen and the demon are also mixed together.

Photo: Indonesian Goddess statuettes with fish & snake tail

Photos: Indonesian fashion model & Nyi Blorong TV adaptation

Demon Blorong uses people mainly for her palace, not for sex like in the movie, sexuality is the queens quality. Queen of the sea is like a mermaid. The best way to be captured in the kingdom of the sea is to dress in green like she does.💚

✂️Better copy was censored, but the dubbed version was bad in quality. Funny&campy but I think this was very interesting search…⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️

🎧 Listen Indonesian Gamelan music and watch dancing from video below.

I would also recommend Suzzanna’s other film:

The Queen of Black Magic (1981, remake 2019) is another Indonesian horror classic with elements of witchcraft. A woman is accused of being a witch and thrown to her death over a cliff. A man rescues her, nurses her back to health, and is told that she must master black magic in order to exact vengeance.

[canaryrecords]

According to Mantle Hood's The Evolution of Javanese Gamelan, the first bronze drums (horizontal kettle gongs) arrived to Java from mainland southeast Asia shortly after 300 BCE. Javaneses bronzesmiths worked toward casting tuned instruments for hundreds of years before the first sets of instruments were acquired by the kings around 300 CE. The forging of metallophone instruments of varying qualities proliferated for over a millennium. Some were exported to the mainland and surrounding islands, and nearly every village had a set, but the best quality instruments went to the palaces.

The court of the Mangkunegaran lineage was established in the middle of the 18th century. Within a hundred years its palace was a center of cultural activity, known for poetry, dance, and music. In the middle of the 19th century, the court became closely associated with the Langendriyan form of music-and-dance drama, danced and sung entirely by women, including the male roles. The recordings presented here were among the first made of the palace's musical art-forms including the Langendriyan tellings of the 14th-15th century stories of the hero-prince Damarwulan and his nearly invincible enemy Menak Jingga who threatened the Majapahit Empire.

A footnote in Sumarsam's Javanese Gamelan and the West points out that: "Besides the recordings of langendriyan at the Mangkunegaran court, the [record] companies also produced recordings of langendriyan music performed by kethoprak and wayang wong [theatrical] troupes outside the court, suggesting the popularity of langendriyan at the time. It seems that by the late nineteenth century, as wayang wong became a popular genre, the dancers of [that genre] adapted the music of langendriyan, especially the key musical feature of the genre: the singing of poetry by the dancers accompanied by srepegan [a brief rhythmic composition for the entrances and exits of characters]."

Some subsequent recordings of that repertoire were made in 1968 by E. L. Heins and, more thoroughly, in 1992 under the direction of Tamura Fumi. (Fumi made other notable recordings of the Mangkunegaran palace gamelans, as did Jacques Brunet and Alan Feinstein '70s.) The recordings made before Indonesian Independence have not circulated for nearly a century, so we have taken this opportunity to present these discs from the collection of Michael Robertson.

Certainly the 78rpm 10" disc format was not an ideal transmitter of the spaciousness and orchestral complexity of the music, particularly in the cases of long-form performance genres. But for those interested or with an abiding love of the elegance of the music, it is a rare opportunity to experience it in the present connected to a receding past.

[eenniess]

everytime im doing a javanese traditional dance it's just making me feel something in a mystic way

[tananansad]

Rebab and Gendèr

what's next, rebab and pronouns?

[murmurtown]

OKAY BUCKLE UP FOLKS IM GONNA MAKE ANOTHER “INDONESIAN PLAYS CORAL ISLAND AND DIES” POST

PARDON MY EXCITEMENT I NEVER FEEL SO ~REPRESENTED~ EVER AND I AM FOAMING IN THE MOUTH

note: some pictures does not belong to me, using it here for ~educational purposes~ only. 

first of all if you go to the furniture shop, you’ll find some furniture theme sets. one of them is this Javanese Style set. this is explanatory, Javanese means well Javanese. Indonesia have so many MANY sub-ethnic and cultures, and Java is one of them. 

so this theme is javanese culture stuff which i found very very cute. I had to buy this man and woman statue because its kind of a popular thing you can find in traditional souvenir shops and I always love the style of it. 

there are other stuff there too like Keris and Saron ( a part of Gamelan Set)

alright into the next thing, this theme set is called “kosan style”.

 its hard to explain what Kosan is to outsiders but basically its like you are renting a room in a house to live there temporarily, either its because you work/study faraway from your home or you are moving to another city. so basically its a temporary living quarter that you pay monthly. usually the item you have in a kosan room is “cheap and easy to carry” stuff just like the items in this set (mostly made out of colorful plastics). here are some examples. 

for pumping large mineral water bottles

for your shoes/sandals

last but not least this iconic plastic chair. 

alright sorry for the long post, I’m gonna keep making these kind of posts if I found more “oh so indonesian” stuff in the game. 

[classical-music-suites-bracket]

English Folk Song Suite (Ralph Vaughan Williams):

1 Submission

No propaganda

Mother Goose Suite (Maurice Ravel):

1 Submission

Each movement of this suite was inspired by a children's or folk tale. It was originally written for two pianos and dedicated to the two children of sculpter Godebski. Ravel later scored it for orchestra (which is this version) and ballet. The music is just so French and wonderful…lots of beautiful textures and colors. My favorite movement (no. 3) has such cool orchestration - Ravel uses a lot of metallic and wooden keyboard percussion, celesta, and it's also very woodwind focused. I'm a flutist and I love all the flute and piccolo parts. The title of this movement is also kinda funny…it literally translates to "Little Ugly Girl, Empress of the Pagodas." Like a lot of French music of the time, this movement in particular has a lot of influences from southeast Asian music (pentatonic scales, and the percussion textures used sort of mimic Javanese gamelan music). I like this recording from a musical standpoint but also because the album cover is so silly lol

[sivavakkiyar]

This is a wistfully sad, touching work. It uses an authentic Indonesian gamelan orchestra and violin, and its method of composition results in an inspired confluence of Western and Indonesian musical theory…. The Threnody, a piece uniting the Western violin with the Eastern gamelan, is also a piece uniting the Indonesian tuning mode that determines its exact notes with an example of the rhythmic modes that dominated Western European musical theory in the Medieval era. Technically, the piece is described as an eight-layered rhythmic mode over a single maxima entirely in triple divisions. Harrison points out that if he had changed just one part of this description -- making the divisions duple instead of triple -- the result would have been in a classical Javanese form called Ketawang.

Happy birthday, Lou.

[yt]

[daily-instruments]

Daily instrument — Gendèr

The gendèr is a Balinese and Javanese metallophone, played in a gamelan ensemble. It’s thin keys are strung up by cords on metal/bone supports whilst above bamboo resonators.  When the keys are hit with a disc-headed mallet, it produces sound based on its respective key. The gendèr is then muted using either the heel of the hand or the pinky. The gendèr has the longest sustain in gamelan, even lasting a whole minute, because of its sustain, the gendèr is the only truly polyphonic instrument in the gamelan.

[bionikoboy]

INDONESIA

Indonesia, located in Southeast Asia, is an archipelago nation comprising thousands of islands. It is a country known for its remarkable diversity, ranging from its people, culture, landscapes, to its vibrant wildlife. With a population of over 270 million, Indonesia is the world's fourth-most populous country. Let's delve into the rich tapestry of Indonesia and explore what makes it a truly unique and fascinating nation.

Cultural Melting Pot: Indonesia is a melting pot of diverse cultures, with more than 300 distinct ethnic groups inhabiting the archipelago. The country's cultural heritage is influenced by various civilizations, including indigenous tribes, Indian, Chinese, Arab, and European traders. Each ethnic group has its own language, customs, traditional clothing, and art forms, which contribute to Indonesia's vibrant cultural tapestry.

Rich Traditions and Festivals: Indonesia's cultural richness is showcased through its numerous traditional festivals. For example, during the colorful Hindu festival of Nyepi, also known as the "Day of Silence," the entire island of Bali comes to a complete standstill. On this day, people reflect, fast, and observe silence to purify the mind and soul. Similarly, the Javanese celebrate the ancient tradition of Gamelan music, accompanied by traditional dances, such as the enchanting Ramayana ballet.

Pristine Natural Beauty: Indonesia boasts a breathtaking array of natural wonders, from pristine beaches and turquoise waters to lush rainforests and towering volcanoes. Bali's picturesque landscapes, including iconic rice terraces and stunning sunsets, attract millions of visitors every year. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Komodo National Park is home to the famous Komodo dragons, the world's largest lizards. Moreover, the captivating beauty of Raja Ampat's marine biodiversity offers exceptional diving and snorkeling experiences.

Flavors of Indonesian Cuisine: Indonesian cuisine is renowned for its unique blend of flavors, influenced by Indian, Chinese, Middle Eastern, and European culinary traditions. From the spicy and aromatic rendang, a slow-cooked beef dish, to the beloved nasi goreng, Indonesia's national fried rice, the country's cuisine tantalizes taste buds with its diverse range of spices, herbs, and fresh ingredients.

Warm Hospitality: Indonesians are known for their warm hospitality and friendly nature. Visitors to the country often experience the "gotong royong" spirit, which promotes cooperation and mutual assistance within communities. Whether it's offering a smile or sharing a meal, Indonesians welcome guests with open arms, making visitors feel at home in this culturally rich nation.

Conclusion: Indonesia is a captivating destination that offers a unique blend of cultural diversity, natural wonders, and warm hospitality. From exploring ancient temples and vibrant markets to diving in world-renowned marine ecosystems, Indonesia has something to offer every traveler. By embracing its rich heritage and preserving its stunning landscapes, Indonesia continues to captivate the hearts of those who seek adventure, cultural immersion, and natural beauty.

[videostak]

oh ya i went to the thrift it was v chilly walking but it wasnt too bad and was bright out n stuff so that was nice i bought some cute tops and some jeans im hoping fit comfy. kinda gonna try to find some looser girl jeans even if theyre meh just cause i need stuff that i can wear with boxers lol. even tho now boxers make me feel  all stuffy and like i much prefer panties n stuff but i have lots of boxers so i wanna have clothes thats also loose and works with them and theyre still fun to wear. anyways ya i got that and also got a machito record which im excited to listen to cause i like his album with lalo rodriguez a lot (wanna get it on CD someday in the future) but ya the record i got is just by him so im excited to listen to it :D and then also got 2 national geographics they had a ton there and i specifically looked thru all of them hoping to find one abt bali and balinese gamelan (lol) but they didnt have any but they did have one abt java and i think very very very briefly mention javanese gamelan in passing and have a pic either way got it to check it out and then the other one i got waas abt china in the early 70s which has lots of cool pictures and whatnot.

[paulpingminho]

[honeymuggle]

Here's some list of songs that I'm currently listening to :

1 Mitski (Washing Machine and Francis Forever)

2. Bit weird and pick me but tbh, I kinda love traditional culture music.

3. Sore ( Mata Berdebu, Somos Libres)

[breaktimetv]

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[axellaniez]

Yogyakarta: A Journey Through History and Culture

Yogyakarta, often hailed as the cultural heart of Java, offers an unparalleled journey through time, where history, architecture, and local traditions intertwine to create a rich tapestry of experiences. This city, with its profound historical significance and cultural depth, captivated me from the moment I arrived. In particular, the majestic Sultan's Palace, the quaint Dutch Quarter, and the immersive Javanese culture provided a deeply enriching exploration that left an indelible mark on my soul.

The Sultan's Palace: A Bastion of Javanese Royalty

The Sultan's Palace, or Kraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat, stands as a testament to the grandeur and sophistication of Javanese royalty. This architectural marvel is not merely a royal residence but a living museum, encapsulating centuries of history and tradition. The palace complex, meticulously designed in accordance with Javanese cosmology, reflects a harmonious blend of indigenous design principles and colonial influences.

As I traversed the expansive courtyards and intricately carved wooden pavilions, I was struck by the palace's serene yet imposing presence. Each structure within the Kraton is imbued with symbolic meaning, from the orientation of buildings to the ornate decorations adorning their facades. The palace houses a wealth of historical artifacts, including royal heirlooms, traditional garments, and ceremonial objects, each narrating the storied legacy of the Yogyakarta Sultanate.

Witnessing a traditional court dance within the palace grounds was an experience of profound cultural significance. The dancers, adorned in elaborate costumes, moved with grace and precision, embodying the spiritual and artistic heritage of the Javanese people. The Sultan's Palace is not merely a relic of the past but a vibrant center of cultural preservation and celebration.

The Dutch Quarter: Echoes of Colonial Influence

Transitioning from the regal ambiance of the Kraton, I ventured into the Dutch Quarter, an area that exudes the quaint charm of Yogyakarta's colonial past. The Dutch colonial era, which began in the early 17th century, left an indelible mark on the city's architecture and urban landscape. The Dutch Quarter, with its cobblestone streets and stately colonial buildings, serves as a living chronicle of this historical period.

The architecture in the Dutch Quarter is characterized by its grand facades, expansive verandas, and intricate ironwork, reflecting the architectural aesthetics of the Dutch East Indies. Walking through this district felt like stepping back in time, as each building narrates tales of colonial enterprise, cultural exchange, and historical transformation.

The quarter is replete with charming cafes, galleries, and antique shops, offering a delightful juxtaposition of Javanese and European influences. These establishments provide not only a glimpse into the past but also a venue for contemporary cultural expression and dialogue. The Dutch Quarter is a place where history and modernity coexist, inviting visitors to explore and reflect on the complex narratives that have shaped Yogyakarta.

The Essence of Javanese Culture

Yogyakarta's true allure lies in its deep-rooted Javanese culture, which permeates every aspect of life in the city. The Javanese people are renowned for their rich traditions, artistic expressions, and unwavering commitment to preserving their cultural heritage. My immersion into this vibrant culture was both enlightening and transformative.

One of the most profound experiences was attending a wayang kulit performance, a traditional shadow puppet theater that is integral to Javanese cultural identity. The intricately crafted puppets, manipulated by skilled dalang (puppet masters), brought to life epic tales from the Ramayana and Mahabharata. The accompanying gamelan orchestra, with its melodious and rhythmic sounds, added a transcendent quality to the performance, creating an atmosphere of mystical reverence.

Exploring Yogyakarta's bustling markets, traditional batik workshops, and local culinary scene further deepened my appreciation for Javanese culture. Each interaction, whether with artisans meticulously crafting batik textiles or vendors selling traditional delicacies, offered a glimpse into the daily life and enduring traditions of the Javanese people.

A Cultural Odyssey

Yogyakarta is not merely a destination; it is a cultural odyssey that beckons travelers to delve into its historical depths and embrace its cultural richness. The city's ability to seamlessly blend its royal heritage, colonial past, and vibrant local traditions creates a unique and compelling narrative that resonates with all who visit.

In conclusion, Yogyakarta offers an intellectual and cultural journey that transcends the ordinary. From the majestic Sultan's Palace to the charming Dutch Quarter, and the immersive experience of Javanese culture, every aspect of this city invites exploration and reflection. For those seeking a profound and enriching travel experience, Yogyakarta stands as a beacon of historical and cultural enlightenment.