Admit Not a Sundanese, This is Ariel Tatum's Story Revealing Her Impromptu Experience in Dancing Jaipongan

Kapanlagi.com - Ariel Tatum looked stunning while performing the traditional dance Jaipongan at the Sukabumi 1980 event. Not only alone, this 27-year-old beautiful artist performed together with Happy Salma at the art and culture event held on Friday, December 8, 2023.

Participating in the Jaipongan dance performance, Ariel Tatum admitted that the moment became an unforgettable experience. In the photos uploaded through her social media account, this beautiful artist born in 1996 appeared wearing a beautiful kebaya together with Happy Salma.

Her graceful appearance in every movement of the Jaipongan dance received praise from netizens. Apparently, there is a story behind Ariel Tatum's amazing experience in the Sukabumi 1980 event that showcased the beauty of Sundanese traditional art. Here are the facts, KLovers.

1. Remembering the Golden Era of Sundanese Art and Culture

Ariel Tatum's portrait dancing Jaipongan at the Sukabumi 1980 event (credit: Instagram.com/happysalma/)

Having the opportunity to perform at the Sukabumi 1980 event, Ariel Tatum shared an interesting story behind her performance. According to her, Ariel Tatum felt a sense of nostalgia for the historical moment during the golden era of Sundanese art and culture in 1980.

"Looking back to last Friday, celebrating the tradition while reminiscing the festive atmosphere of Sukabumi, during the glorious era of various Sundanese arts and culture." Ariel Tatum wrote in her caption @arieltatum.

2. Dancing Jaipongan accompanied by Traditional Music

Flexible and graceful appearance of Ariel Tatum dancing Jaipongan (credit: Instagram.com/arieltatum/@extrajose_)

The performance held at Selabintana Conference Resort, Sukabumi, West Java, left a special impression on Ariel Tatum's heart. She expressed her happiness when involved in the traditional Sundanese art performance. The joyful atmosphere was felt in every dance movement she performed, accompanied by the rhythm that touched her deeply.

"Under the misty sky of Selabintana, we sang and danced with joy while accompanied by the magical composition of traditional gamelan music, sharing energy with the incredibly talented local artists. I am touched!" She continued.

3. Admit Not Sundanese

Portrait of Ariel Tatum admitting not being Sundanese (credit: Instagram.com/happysalma/)

Interestingly, Ariel Tatum admits that she is not Sundanese. However, she is enthusiastic about being involved in preserving traditional Sundanese art in the Sukabumi 1980 performance. This is a charming portrait of Ariel Tatum whose beauty captivates netizens.

"I am not Sundanese," said Ariel Tatum.

4. Learn Jaipongan Impromptu

Stunning performance by Ariel Tatum and Happy Salma on the Sukabumi 1980 stage (credit: Instagram.com/arieltatum/@extrajose_)

In addition, Ariel revealed that this Jaipongan dance experience was her first. In fact, she was only taught suddenly and had never danced in front of many people before. Nevertheless, Ariel Tatum appeared to be performing with totality on stage with Happy Salma.

"Just suddenly taught Jaipongan, and never danced in front of many people," she continued.

5. Proud to Present Traditional Dance

Ariel Tatum and Happy Salma's harmonious portrayal of traditional dance in Sukabumi 1980 (credit: Instagram.com/arieltatum/@extrajose_)

Ariel Tatum expresses her pride in being part of a traditional art performance that is slowly being forgotten. In addition, she also expresses her gratitude to Happy Salma and Renita Sari, who have guided her in performing the Jaipongan dance.

"But I am truly proud to be part of this type of art performance that is slowly disappearing. Thank you Teteh @happysalma and Mother @renitasari, for "accompanying" me to Sukabumi for the first time and leaving such a sweet impression." said Ariel Tatum.

6. Revealing Hopes

Ariel Tatum's portrait reveals her hopes after performing Jaipongan dance in Sukabumi 1980 (credit: Instagram.com/happysalma/)

Behind the success of her performance, Ariel Tatum also conveyed her special hope. She hopes that Indonesian cultural preservation events will be held more frequently. This also supports the younger generation in learning the slowly forgotten ancestral traditions.

"My prayer is that we will hold Indonesian cultural preservation events, which are very rich and diverse, more often. Also, there is a desire from the younger generation to learn our own ancestral traditions. Because if not us, then who else?" Ariel Tatum said.

7. Wearing the Same Kebaya as the Dancer in 1980

Old photo of Jaipongan dancers from 1980 (credit: Instagram.com/arieltatum/)

Through her social media account, Ariel Tatum also shared a sweet moment with a photo of herself and Happy Salma. The photo shows her graceful style wearing a beautiful kebaya by Didiet Maulana. Interestingly, coincidentally, the kebaya she wore happened to be similar to the one worn by the dancer in 1980.

"Me and Teh Happy, 'embracing' the kebaya by Mas @didietmaulana, which coincidentally resembles the previous slide (Jaipongan dancer in 1980)." Ariel Tatum wrote.

That is the story of Ariel Tatum revealing her joyful, challenging, and proud experience in preserving the arts and culture that are starting to be forgotten.

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