Influence of Spatial Context on the Technique of Crafting the Rapai Pase Musical Instrument in the Vernacular Settlements of North Aceh, Indonesia.

Autor: Karina, Angga Eka, Sunarto, Bambang, Mistortoify, Zulkarnain, Yusuf, Yusri
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Zdroj: ISVS e-journal; Apr2024, Vol. 11 Issue 4, p131-148, 18p
Abstrakt: Crafting is a common activity in many vernacular settlements. In North Aceh in Indonesia, crafting of the Rapai Pase musical instrument is a popular activity. This research explores the influence of the spatial context on the techniques of crafting the Rapai Pase musical instruments. It seeks to understand how the spatial contexts affect the local knowledge of the people in crafting the Rapai Pase musical instrument, and its process of making. It employs a qualitative ethnographic perspective to gain a deep understanding of how the community adaptations to the local environment influences knowledge and practices in the crafting of this traditional musical instrument. Data collection involves observations at Rapai Pase musical instrument production sites, interviews with the local artisans and craftsmen, analysis of documents related to local wisdom and the practice of crafting. It reveals that the influence of spatial context on the practice of crafting Rapai Pase musical instruments can be understood from three main aspects: First, geographical factors affect the availability of raw materials and manufacturing techniques, with natural topography playing a crucial role in shaping these instruments. Second, local history and culture, especially the history of the Samudera Pasai Kingdom based on Islam provide unique colors in the process of crafting Rapai Pase musical instruments. The concept of "habluminal'alam" also contributes to shaping the local knowledge related to crafting. Third, the practice of crafting Rapai Pase is confined not only to technical processes but also relates closely to its social and physical environmental contexts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Databáze: Complementary Index