Jurnal Mebang: Kajian Budaya Musik dan Pendidikan Musik

Saluang Mengalun: Estetika Berbicara dalam Perspektif Pendidikan Seni

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

This study examines the aesthetic values in the traditional wind instrument Saluang from Sumatra, which is an integral part of the cultural identity of the Minangkabau people. The background of this study focuses on the decline in appreciation of traditional music among the younger generation, as well as the importance of preserving Saluang as a cultural heritage. The method used is descriptive qualitative with ethnographic research type, analyzing various sources such as scientific journals, books, and online articles. The results of the study show that Saluang has rich aesthetic values, reflected in its simple physical form, made of bamboo, and playing techniques that produce soft and melodious sounds. Saluang performances are often accompanied by poems that are full of philosophical meaning, adding a deep aesthetic dimension. The discussion highlights the interaction between visual form, playing techniques, and socio-cultural contexts that create a unique aesthetic experience. In conclusion, Saluang is not just a musical instrument but also a representation of the aesthetic and philosophical values of the Sumatran people, which need to be preserved to maintain cultural identity and increase the younger generation's appreciation of this heritage.

The Appropriation of the Arts: Folk Song in Advertising, Film, and Beyond

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

The use of traditional musical elements in production and consumption activities significantly impacts the formation of appropriation of musical artworks. However, this topic remains underexplored in scholarly discussions. In response to gaps in previous studies, this research focuses on the characteristics of production and consumption activities that adopt elements and elements of traditional music to analyze the potential for appropriation of musical artworks. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach rooted in case analysis, this study highlights that the use of elements of traditional music adopted into production and consumption activities has significant effects on the formation of appropriation of musical artworks because it has degraded the appreciation of the essence and function of musical artwork. This study contributes to evaluating the influence of the adoption of musical artworks on the essence and existence of traditional music to address fundamental issues that have the potential to degrade the values of appreciation for the essence and function of musical artwork.

Pandangan Hidup Orang Sunda: Refleksi dalam Syair Lagu Mang Koko

Abizar Algifari Saiful (Author) — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

This research aims to examine the reflection of Sundanese worldview in Mang Koko's song lyrics and the process of packaging them into musical works. The method used is qualitative with a phenomenological approach. Data were collected through literature study, documentation, and interviews, then analyzed using content analysis techniques. The results showed that four elements of Sundanese worldview - spiritual, social, moral, and life balance values - were implied in Mang Koko's lyrics that were born from a process of deep contemplation. Song lyrics do not only convey values, but are consciously arranged based on the cognitive and psychological development levels of listeners, ranging from children to the elderly. This shows the principle of humanity that Mang Koko holds dear. He instills normative values of Sundanese character early on through songs, making music an effective educational and cultural medium.

Bentuk dan Fungsi Gondang Buhun dalam Tradisi Ngarempug di Kasepuhan Ciptagelar/Gelaralam, Sukabumi

Bondet Wrahatnala, Hernawan Prihatmojo (Author) — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

The Gondang Buhun art of Kasepuhan Ciptagelar/Gelaralam is an art in the tradition of the ngarempug procession. This research aims to find out what the Gondang Buhun art is according to the Kasepuhan Ciptagelar/Gelaralam society. The Kasepuhan Ciptagelar/Gelaralam society is a group of people with a rice culture. Data was obtained through direct observation and then interviews with figures who are considered credible and know about the art of Gondang Buhun. In addition, data is obtained through literature studies on gondang art and other related literature. Based on the results obtained, this study found the form and function of Gondang Buhun art in Kasepuhan Ciptagelar/Gelaralam related to life.

Makna Lirik Sawer Sunda (Sawer Penganten) Rajah Sawer Penganten Pada Acara Pernikahan Adat Suku Sunda

Erika Manalu, Torang Naiborhu, Vanesia Amelia Semayang (Author) — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Sawer Penganten (Sundanese Sawer) is a cultural practice of the Sundanese people. The Sundanese tribe, originally from Java, migrated to Medan, a city characterized by its ethnic diversity. This diversity enriches the cultural landscape of Medan. This research explores the significance of the lyrics of Sawer Sunda (Sawer Penganten) within the context of wedding ceremonies in Medan. The primary focus of this study is to analyse the meaning of the Sawer Sunda lyrics (Sawer Penganten) in this urban setting. To conduct this analysis, the author employs Ferdinand de Saussure's theory. A qualitative research methodology is utilized to gather and collect data. Qualitative research is fundamentally naturalistic, as described by Dr. H. Zuchri Abdussammad, and is conducted in the field. The author undertook observations, interviews, and captured photographs or videos for data collection purposes. The findings of this study indicate that Sawer Sunda (Sawer Penganten) is a significant wedding custom among the Sundanese, serving as a means for parents to impart their advice to the bride and groom. The Sundanese events held in Medan maintain the philosophical values inherent to the Sundanese tribe's region of origin.