Beautiful Portrait of Nola B3 Wearing an Elegant Kuruang Dress in a Tribute Concert for Elly Kasim

Kapanlagi.com - On December 1, 2024, Nola B3 dazzled on stage at Galeri Indonesia Kaya, Jakarta. The concert themed "Badendang Basamo" aimed to commemorate the late Elly Kasim, a legend of Minangkabau music. The event not only showcased musical performances but also highlighted how the younger generation, such as Nola B3 and her two children Naura Ayu and Ney Neo, bring the rich traditions of Minang music into a modern context.

Nola B3, who is also the mother of Naura Ayu, wore traditional Minangkabau clothing in the form of a Kuruang dress, which is part of Elly Kasim's collection. The dress was purple with gold accents, reflecting the elegance of Minangkabau culture that is still appreciated despite the changing times. During the event, Nola expressed her gratitude to Indonesia Kaya for the opportunity to perform alongside the next generation and to honor the works of Elly Kasim.

1. Introduction to the Badendang Basamo Concert

Beautiful Portrait of Nola B3 Wearing an Elegant Kuruang Dress at the Tribute Concert for Elly Kasim. (instagram/riafinola)

The concert held at the Galeri Indonesia Kaya successfully attracted the attention of many spectators, especially fans of Minangkabau art and music. The main theme of this concert is to commemorate Elly Kasim, who has made significant contributions to elevating Minang music to the international stage. With performances from the next generation such as Nola B3 and Naura Ayu, this event presented a touching blend of traditional and modern music.

2. Nola B3 Appears Graceful in Kuruang Dress

Beautiful portrait of Nola B3 wearing an elegant Kuruang dress at the tribute concert for Elly Kasim. (instagram/ riafinola)

For the concert, Nola B3 wore a Kuruang dress selected directly from Elly Kasim's collection. The purple dress with gold accents gives an elegant impression while still reflecting the Minangkabau cultural roots. This dress is a traditional outfit commonly worn by Minangkabau women during major events or customary activities.

3. A Minang Song Dedication from the Family

Beautiful portrait of Nola B3 wearing an elegant Kuruang dress at the tribute concert for Elly Kasim. (instagram/ riafinola)

Nola B3, along with her children Naura Ayu and Ney Neo, and her mother, Durmutiara, performed legendary songs by Elly Kasim. This performance is seen as a form of tribute and love for the works of the legend, who introduced Minang art to the world. “To commemorate her works, my two daughters @naura.ayu and @ney_neo, along with my beloved mother @durmutiara, performed Aunt Elly Kasim's songs for the fans as a remedy for longing for her works,” Nola expressed.

4. Impressive Performance by Naura Ayu

Beautiful portrait of Nola B3 wearing an elegant Kuruang dress at the memorial concert for Elly Kasim. (instagram/riafinola)

For the first time, Naura Ayu, who also attended the concert, performed a Minang song. This became a special moment as it was Naura's debut performance with a traditional Minangkabau song. Naura's performance was accompanied by music combined with professional dancers, creating a poignant and emotional atmosphere.

5. Beautiful Memories with Elly Kasim

Beautiful portrait of Nola B3 wearing an elegant Kuruang dress at the memorial concert for Elly Kasim. (instagram/riafinola)

In one of the photo slides, Nola shared her memories with Elly Kasim when they collaborated in the musical Nurbaya. Nola expressed how many sweet memories she gained from the late Elly, as well as a deep sense of loss.

6. Nola's Message for the Young Generation

Beautiful Portrait of Nola B3 Wearing an Elegant Kuruang Dress at the Tribute Concert for Elly Kasim. (instagram/riafinola)

Nola emphasizes the importance of preserving Minangkabau art so that it remains alive through various eras. She hopes that the younger generation can continue to develop and disseminate the works of Elly Kasim, so that this art is not only recognized in Indonesia but also worldwide. This concert serves as a platform to convey that message to all the audience present.

7. Hope for the Timeless Works of Elly Kasim

Beautiful portrait of Nola B3 wearing an elegant Kuruang dress at the tribute concert for Elly Kasim. (instagram/riafinola)

In closing her event, Nola expressed her hope that the works of Elly Kasim can continue to be remembered and preserved. She hopes that the Minang art brought by Elly can continue to be passed down from generation to generation. With high spirits, she is optimistic that Minang music will remain alive and continue to develop.

That is a beautiful portrait of Nola B3 wearing an elegant Kuruang dress at the tribute concert for Elly Kasim. Stay tuned for more news. If not now, when else?

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