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Tanjidor: The Betawi Folk Orchestra

Tanjidor is a traditional Betawi musical orchestra largely composed of brass and wind instruments and drums. This modest ensemble was played by the slaves during the Dutch colonial era.

Editorial··3 min read

Reviving Batik in Jakarta: Preserving The City’s Textile Artisans

Unlike Solo, Pekalongan, Yogyakarta, Cirebon or Lasem, Jakarta is not on the radar when we think of batik producing regions. At least, it’s no longer on the radar, as it was once one of the main hubs for batik-making, complete with its own motifs and styles. So, what happened? Here we explore the history of batik in Jakarta and the organisations that are pushing for the industry’s revival in the city.

Editorial··9 min read