AN EVENING AS GUESTS OF WEST JAVA
The Sundanese motto of West Java, gemah ripah, repeh rapih, characterizes the luxuriance and fertility of Parahiyangan — the land of the Gods (Hyang). It is here that the land naturally reflects and sustains West Javanese aspirations for a peaceful and prosperous life. These worthy pursuits also provide a popular theme for art and culture of the people of West Java.
The Gods have chosen well. Let us share with you those cultural and artistic creations that complement so naturally the picturesque volcanic mountains, deliciately manicured rice fields, and proudly attractive people.
The Gods have chosen well. Let us share with you those cultural and artistic creations that complement so naturally the picturesque volcanic mountains, deliciately manicured rice fields, and proudly attractive people.
The program includes Rampak Kendang music which reflects on the exhuberance and joy that West Javanese take in life. Catch more of the regional flavor though ti Kecapi and Calung music — a characteristic art of West Java.
Dancing in Parahiyangan is also offered in deference and praise of the rich natural beauty of the region. We offer you the "Lenyepan" dance from our list of ancient favourit es and the Topeng and kandagan which are modern creations. Other popular dances of Hyang's tenants are the ( Jaipongan, the Sisingaan and a modern variation on an old self-defence martial art, Pencak Silat.
The gods would not be impressed if we allowed our guests to leave without the opportunity of visiting the West Javanese bazaar where you can taste a wide range of local food and drinks and mix with fellow guests…………..
GLIMPSES OF A CENTRAL JAVANESE WEDDING AND "LANGENDRIYAN"
A traditional Central Javanese wedding steeps you in ornamental charm and grace: Tonight we take a box seat to witnees ceremonies from"Midodareni"Night - the day befo¬re the climax of the wedding feast (Panggih)- which take place at a reception for the bride and groom at the home of the bride's parents.
On this night the bride makes recompense to the artisan (Kyai Wasitojati) who has made a pair of elaborately cut/ symbolic figures from palm leaves on a frame (Mayang).
These two"Mayang"play an important role in ceremonies of the following day.
The Mayang aspires to represent the mutu¬al commitment by bride and groom to building a harmonious household. Amongst the major role players in this ceremony are : the beide's parents, the bride. the Mayang artisan (Kyai Wasitojati), a delegate for recompensing the artisan (Kyai/ Nyai Saroyojati) and the young unmarried man and ladies who are mentioned by the name of "Widodoro" or ''Widoda¬ri
Sound words of ancient wisdom interlace this ceremony with good advice for the couple and their families.
Sound words of ancient wisdom interlace this ceremony with good advice for the couple and their families.
Langendrian refers to a wide body of Javanese legends that have been passed down through the ages and are still performed in Central Java today. The stories of these legends (tonight'sis about a mighty battle between the ancient king¬doms of Majapahit and Blambangan) are told through dance and song to accompaniment of the Javanese Gamelan or-chestra.
A JOURNEY BACK TO OLl BATAVIA (JAKARTA)
Jakarta, apart from being the national capitcal, has a rich heritage of distinctive language, art and cultural influences that can be traced to the days of Old Batavia (Jakarat’s name under Dutch colonial rule). Join us this evening as some of our finest local artists rekindle the spirit of Old Batavia for our entertainment this evening.
"Gambang Kromong",Jakarta's own music will accompany some old "Batavian" style songs to open the evening’s program.
"Gambang Kromong",Jakarta's own music will accompany some old "Batavian" style songs to open the evening’s program.
The "Topeng" (Mask) dance, "lenggang Blantek”, and other dances that we offer are all typical of Jakarta’s distincive. The Topeng dance takes us back even further than the old puppet theatre of Jakarta. These older dances were often accompanied by the antics of a clown who could add a new dimension to the communication content of the performance.
Amongst popular traditions of Jakartans (and their Batavian ancestors) is the celebration of the healthy development of the 7 month unborn baby. Called the "Nuju Bulanin” celebration, it is a fitting reflection of the value and care and attention that Jakartans (Statistics may suggest
Indonesians in general) pay to the finest of all ancient traditions to have been passed down - raising children. The ceremonies include, a ritual bathing of the mother, the breaking of an egg and religious readings which symbolically convey the hope of all gathered that the baby will be born healthy and have a fruit ful life.
Stay with us as we present a fleet but coourful glimpse of some of Old Batavia's best
Stay with us as we present a fleet but coourful glimpse of some of Old Batavia's best
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SEJARAH BUDAYA
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