Tag Archives: Indonesian music
Music and Dance in Java Posted by sasha on Feb 8, 2018
Music and dance are huge parts of Javanese culture. Whether you’re taking in an angklung performance in Bandung, watching traditional dance at the Kraton in Jogja, or seeing the amazing Ramayana ballet at Prambanan, you’re bound to experience a lot of music and dance in Java. See some highlights of music and dance from all…
Indonesia’s Darmasiswa Program Posted by sasha on Jan 29, 2018
How would you like to get paid to study in Indonesia? The Darmasiswa program brings people to study in Jakarta, Yogyakarta, and even Bali. You can study Indonesian music, art, dance, or language in a local university. Tuition is covered, and you even get a monthly stipend. There’s always something fun going on outside of…
Indonesian Music & Dance in Yogyakarta Posted by sasha on Sep 28, 2017
Yogyakarta is known as Kota Budaya (Cultural City) thanks to its vibrant art, music, and performing arts scenes. This is a great place to get to know Javanese culture, especially with the daily performances at the Kraton (Sultan’s Palace). Every day of the week, you can see a different performance at the Kraton. See some highlights from…
Bali World Music Festival Posted by sasha on Dec 15, 2015
Check out some highlights from the first ever Bali World Music Festival in this short video. Taking place at the ARMA Museum in Ubud, this 2-day festival featured a wide variety of performers, workshops, and much more.
Water Castle and Malioboro Street Video Tour Posted by sasha on Feb 2, 2015
For a fun day in Yogyakarta, start by exploring Taman Sari (also known as the Water Castle). A former pleasure garden of the sultan and royal family, part of this once grand complex has been restored and is open for visitors. Then, stroll along Mailoboro Street to shop for batik, check out the bustling streets…
An Angklung Performance in Bandung Posted by sasha on Nov 4, 2014
Visitors to Bandung, West Java won’t want to miss an entertaining performance at Saung Angklung Udjo. Part school, part workshop, part cultural center, this place is helping to preserve traditional Sundanese culture and its unique music. Check out some highlights from an afternoon performance in this video.
Indonesian Culture – Angklung Posted by sasha on Oct 27, 2014
Music plays an important role in Indonesian culture, and it should come as no surprise that there are hundreds of different styles spread out across this vast archipelago nation. For those interested in music, traveling across Indonesia’s many islands and taking in live performances everywhere you go is a treat for the ears. Whether it’s…