Sejarah dan Bagian Bagian Angklung

Summary

In this video, Freddy introduces children to the history and parts of the angklung, a traditional bamboo instrument from West Java. He explains its origins, its role in Sundanese rituals to honor Dewi Sri, the goddess of rice, and the instrument's evolution. Freddy also highlights the unique playing technique, where the angklung is shaken to produce sound. The video covers the angklung's connection to the community, with a focus on its educational value and role in developing discipline and teamwork. It concludes with an exploration of the angklung diatonis, a modern variation created by Daeng Soetigna.

Takeaways

• 😀 Angklung is a traditional musical instrument from West Java made from bamboo, primarily black bamboo, and has a significant cultural role in Sunda society.
• 😀 Originally used for ritual ceremonies by the Sundanese people, Angklung was believed to attract Dewi Sri, the goddess of rice, to ensure good harvests and protection from disasters.
• 😀 The name 'Angklung' is thought to come from the sound and movement produced when the instrument is played, with 'angklung' referring to the swinging motion of the performer.
• 😀 Angklung can produce sound when shaken, with the sound created from the bamboo hitting each other. This results in a rhythmic, repetitive sound often used in ritualistic music.
• 😀 The oldest Angklung, known as Angklung Gubrag, is over 400 years old and was created in Jasinga, Bogor, West Java. This type of Angklung has no specific pitch, only a vibrating noise.
• 😀 Daeng Soetigna, an important figure in Angklung's development, introduced a method known as '5M' for learning and playing Angklung, which emphasizes simplicity, affordability, and mass participation.
• 😀 The five M's stand for: 'Mudah' (easy), 'Murah' (affordable), 'Menarik' (interesting), 'Massal' (group participation), and 'Mendidik' (educational). Angklung is accessible, inexpensive, engaging, and teaches teamwork and discipline.
• 😀 Angklung's affordability and group-playing nature make it a popular instrument for mass participation, with the ability to engage large groups of people in playing music together.
• 😀 Angklung diatonis, a version of Angklung developed by Daeng Soetigna in 1938, is tuned to play a variety of songs and scales, making it more versatile for different music genres.
• 😀 Angklung consists of various parts, including the large and small tubes (which produce low and high notes, respectively), the base tubes, and the crossbars that hold the tubes together. These components are vital for producing the instrument's distinct sound.

Q & A

What is the origin of the Angklung?

The Angklung originates from West Java, Indonesia, and is made from bamboo, particularly black bamboo.

What was the initial use of the Angklung in Sundanese culture?

The Angklung was used by the Sundanese people in ritual ceremonies to honor Dewi Sri, the goddess of rice, to ensure good harvests and avoid natural disasters.

How did the Angklung get its name?

The name 'Angklung' is derived from the sound it makes, 'klung-klung,' and also refers to the swaying movement of the player while playing the instrument.

What is the significance of the Angklung in relation to the Dewi Sri rituals?

The Angklung was used to create rhythmic sounds and melodies to honor Dewi Sri and invite her blessings for abundant crops and protection from natural calamities.

What does the sound of the Angklung represent?

The sound of the Angklung is created by shaking or striking the bamboo tubes, producing a rhythmic and melodic sound that can be described as 'klung-klung.'

What is an Angklung Gubrag, and how is it different from other Angklung?

The Angklung Gubrag is a large, older type of Angklung that produces a non-pitched sound when shaken. It is used primarily in ritual practices.

Who is Bapak Daeng Soetigna, and what is his contribution to the Angklung?

Bapak Daeng Soetigna, born in 1908, is a key figure in the development of the Angklung diatonis, a version of the Angklung that can play a full scale of musical notes, allowing it to be used for more diverse musical pieces.

What is the '5M' method related to Angklung, and what does each 'M' stand for?

The '5M' method refers to the characteristics of the Angklung: 'Mudah' (easy), 'Murah' (affordable), 'Menarik' (attractive), 'Massal' (mass participation), and 'Mendidik' (educational). This highlights the accessibility and educational value of the Angklung.

What does 'Angklung diatonis' mean, and how is it different from traditional Angklung?

Angklung diatonis refers to a type of Angklung that has been tuned to a diatonic scale, allowing it to play various melodies and songs, unlike the traditional Angklung that produces only basic rhythmic sounds.

What are the main parts of an Angklung?

An Angklung consists of several key parts: the large bamboo tube (tabung besar), the small bamboo tube (tabung kecil), the crosspiece (palang gantung), the vertical poles (tiang-tiang), and the base tube (tabung dasar). These parts work together to produce sound when shaken.