Authentic Balinese Dance & Gamelan (12-end)

And as the last program of whole event, the performance of Legong Mintaraga, which choreographed by Ayu Bulantrisna Djelantik and Ni Made Suartini.

The story of this Legong based on Arjuna Wiwaha written by Empu Kanwa, in the 13th century. In the shadow puppet story (pewayangan), while meditating Arjuna also called as Begawan Mintaraga. Arjuna steadfast face trials seduction of angels who descended from heaven led by Supraba Goddess. He just woke up from his meditation by a giant boar attack and compete with the mysterious warrior ordeal of the Gods. Arjuna got over his determination Pasopati weapon that will protect Arjuna and his brothers (the Pandavas) at a later date.
This work presents the need for courage to overcome worldly lusts be a good leader.

The gamelan arrangement of the opening scene before Arjuna meditating was adapted from the piece of “Nocturne”, of the compositions of Colin McPhee.

The Legong Mintaraga was the last dance which performed on that evening. All audiences were really enthusiasm and giving high appreciation.

What an experience and pride for me, as one musician from the younger generation had a chance to play gamelan accompanying all great dancers, Maestros. My hope, or perhaps the hope most of my fellow young musicians, that all generations would be always keeping alive the authentic Peliatan’s style, as A Tribute to Anak Agung Gde Mandera and Gusti Made Sengog. Our greatest Gurus!

Author : kadek ferry © f-studio
Photo : Doc. Mengenang Sang Guru 2007 (Press Release)