[Javanologi Explore] Javanese Traditional Song: Gambuh

by javanologi | Apr 10, 2023 | Uncategorized

Tembang Gambuh   Sekar gambuh ping catur,  Kang cinatur polah kang kalantur, Tanpa tutur katula-tula katali,  Kadalu warsa kapatuh,  Katutuh pan dadi awon.    Rasaning tyas kayungyung,  Angayomi lukitaning kalbu,  Gambir wana kalawan hening ing ati,  Kabekta kudu...

[Javanologi Explore] Javanese Art: Tari Payung Bondan

by javanologi | Apr 6, 2023 | Uncategorized

     Tari Bondan Payung is a traditional dance from Central Java, Indonesia. This dance is performed by a group of dancers, where each dancer holds a small umbrella as a prop. The dancers move with coordinated movements and make graceful hand gestures, while the...

[Javanologi Explore] Javanese Art: Dengklung

by javanologi | Apr 6, 2023 | Uncategorized

   Dengklung is a traditional Javanese art with Islamic nuances. This art is also known as Dengklung Al-Kafi Bandar Village. This is because Dengklung itself grew and was developed in Bandar Village, Batang, by Kafi A Kadir. Apart from being the leader of this art,...

[Javanologi Explore] Javanese Puppet Story: Wayang Murwakala

by javanologi | Apr 3, 2023 | Uncategorized

    Wayang Murwakala is a traditional form of Javanese puppet show that tells the story of the legendary character named Murwakala. According to legend, Murwakala was a strong warrior known for his courage and fighting abilities. However, he was cursed, causing him to...

[Javanologi Explore] Javanese Art: Angguk

by javanologi | Apr 3, 2023 | #News

        There are so many arts and cultures in Java, but have you ever heard of this one culture, Javanologi Friends? Its name is Angguk Dance, which originates from the Kulon Progo area, the Special Region of Yogyakarta. As the name implies, this dance movement has a...