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PUSEUR LARAS:KONSTRUKSI TRITANGTU PUCUK DAN PUREUT REBAB SUNDA

2024-01-15T18:25:48+07:00

Puseur Laras' work takes the concept from the perspective of Sundanese mythology, namely the triple pattern on paradoxical aesthetics. The idea of Puseur Laras's multi-interpretation work can be interpreted from various aspects or points of view. Puseur Laras' work is inspired by the three main functions of rebab, namely merean, marengan, and muntutan. Rebab as Tritangtu in the pattern of rationality of Sundanese society is determination, speech, and lampah. In addition, the shoot motif adopts three forms of symbols, including trident, kujang, corn. In addition, the pureut that still adopts the trident shape and the curves of both sides adopts from the shape of the kacapi indung waditra. The creation of the form of Rebab and pureut Rebab Sunda is still related to the domain values that exist in Sundanese society. Keywords: Construction, Philosophy, Trident, Kujang, Corn Plants, Puseur Laras

ANALISIS NILAI MORAL DALAM LAGU "SI NONA" DALAM PERSPEKTIF MASYARAKAT MINANGKABAU

2024-11-15T23:09:08+07:00

This research aims to reveal the moral values in the song "Si Nona" which originates from West Sumatra. This song was created by Sjamsu Arifin and popularized by Elly Kasim, describing advice to Minangkabau women to maintain their own and family honor. The research method used is qualitative with semiotic analysis based on Roland Barthes' theory, focusing on the concepts of denotation and connotation. The research results show that denotatively, the lyrics of the song "Si Nona" prohibit young women from leaving the house without a purpose (malala) and don't go to a man's house. Connotatively, this song reflects Minangkabau social norms and customs which expect women to maintain modesty and be societal role models. The song "Si Nona" functions as a moral education tool that reminds women of the importance of protecting themselves and the dignity of their family, as well as teaching traditional values that must be upheld in everyday life.

A Metric Modulation Analysis in the song “Mister” by Anika Nilles

2025-04-09T09:10:55+07:00

Anika Nilles’s Mister offers more than just technical drumming—it delivers a rhythmic
experience that is rich, complex, and full of nuance. One of the techniques she uses to achieve
this is metric modulation, a rhythmic shift that subtly alters the listener’s perception of musical
time without changing the actual tempo. This study explores how metric modulation is applied
in the bridge leading up to the drum solo, particularly between bars 92 and 101. Using a
qualitative approach and score-based music analysis, the research focuses on how the
transition from regular quarter notes to quarter-note triplets creates an illusion of acceleration
that heightens musical tension. Data were collected through audiovisual observation, rhythmic
transcription, and literature review on contemporary rhythmic theory. The findings suggest
that metric modulation serves not only as a structural and expressive device, but also as a
powerful pedagogical tool. By learning this technique, students can begin to understand
rhythm not merely as a numerical pattern, but as a dynamic, lived experience—one that can be
shaped, manipulated, and deeply felt. As such, “Mister” becomes not just a performance piece,
but a meaningful resource for learning complex rhythm in modern music education.