Indonesian Embassy in Sofia Holds 'Harmonature' Concert, Featuring Erwin Gutawa and Other Indonesian Musicians

Kapanlagi.com - The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Sofia proudly presents Harmonature: Harmonizing the Nature of Nusantara, an unforgettable concert to celebrate the friendship and cultural heritage richness of Indonesia and Bulgaria. The event will take place on June 8, 2023, starting at 9:00 pm, at the Ancient Theater Plovdiv - about 90 minutes from Sofia.

Harmonature is a harmonization of the closeness of nature with music, offering a stunning blend of traditional and contemporary Indonesian music. The theme Harmonizing the Nature of Nusantara itself was chosen to carry out the focus of the Indonesian Government's program in promoting Nusantara, as a sustainable forest city to the international community.

The Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Bulgaria, Iwan Bogananta, emphasized the importance of the role of the Ambassador and KBRI as an extension of the Indonesian Government in introducing Nusantara and attracting foreign investors.

"Harmonature is expected to encourage cultural exchange and strengthen the bond between Indonesia and Bulgaria," said Iwan Bogananta.

1. Three Objectives

Indonesian Embassy in Sofia Holds 'Harmonature' Concert (Credit: Special)

Harmonature has three main objectives. First, to promote and increase awareness of Indonesian and Nusantara culture to the Bulgarian community. At the same time, to introduce and promote Bulgaria, especially Plovdiv as a cultural city, to the Indonesian community. Second, by increasing people-to-people contact, this concert aims to deepen cultural understanding between Indonesians and Bulgarians. This will encourage tourism and economic relations between the two countries. Lastly, Harmonature serves as a platform to facilitate business meetings, creating market access opportunities for both Indonesia and Bulgaria.

Ethnocestra group led by renowned music director, Erwin Gutawa, along with Indonesian musicians will perform ethnic and traditional music that reflects Indonesian culture. Traditional melodies combined with contemporary music, the audience at the Ancient Theater Plovdiv will be taken to the enchanting landscape of Indonesia.

2. Blend of Modern and Ancient History

A blend of modern and ancient history will also be seen in the 3D mapping projection by Jay Subiakto and Taba Sanchabakhtiar. The projection on the pillars and walls of the Ancient Theater will showcase Indonesia's nature and highlight Nusantara.

Visual presentations and the entire event packaged by one of Indonesia's best event directors, Inet Leimena, will showcase Indonesian cultural art combined with contemporary art and Bulgarian culture.

Petya Paneva, a Bulgarian singer and winner of The Voice of Bulgaria 2021, will collaborate with Indonesian singer, Woro Mustiko to combine the richness of Bulgarian and Indonesian musical traditions. Two other famous Indonesian singers will also take part, Sandhy Sondoro, winner of the International Contest of Young Pop Singer New Wave 2009, and Gabriel Harvianto. All performers will wear beautiful Indonesian Batik by Iwan Tirta Private Collection.

The concert will also feature stunning performances by Pesona Mawar Nusantara, the only Indonesian dance group in Bulgaria, and Bidadari, an Indonesian dance group from Serbia. The combination of Bulgarian citizens performing and preserving traditional Indonesian dances will prove the friendship between Indonesia and Bulgaria.

In addition, Harmonature will feature a fashion show by Sejauh Mata Memandang, an Indonesian brand famous for its environmentally friendly batik. This fashion show will highlight the blend of modern and environmentally friendly fashion and culture, demonstrating Indonesia's commitment to preserving traditional crafts.

(kpl/pur/tdr)