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Catharsis
Published by Universitas Negeri Semarang
ISSN : 22526900     EISSN : 25024531     DOI : -
Core Subject : Art,
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Catharsis: Journal of Arts Education provides an international forum for research in the field of the art and creative education. It is the primary source for the dissemination of independently refereed articles about the visual arts, creativity, crafts, design, and art history, in all aspects, phases and types of education contexts and learning situations.
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The Marching Band's Musical Activities as a Learning Space for Soft Skills among Vocational Engineering Students at PEM Akamigas Cepu Givan Sonya Gani; Syahrul Syah Sinaga
Catharsis Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): November 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/catharsis.v14i2.41863

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Marching bands as community musical activities have pedagogical potential in the development of soft skills, but studies on this topic are still relatively limited in the context of engineering vocational education. This study aims to understand and identify musical activities in marching band activities as a learning space for soft skills for engineering vocational students at the Politeknik Energi dan Mineral (PEM) Akamigas. The focus of the study is directed at the forms of musical activities that take place in marching bands and their role in facilitating the development of soft skills through collective, structured, and sustainable musical practices. This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study design that has ethnographic tendencies. Data were collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews with marching band members, coaches, and advisors, as well as document studies. Data analysis was conducted thematically by linking field findings to Robles' soft skills framework and Temmerman's theory of community musical activities. The results of the study indicate that marching band musical activities, such as routine practice, playing instruments, marching, and group coordination, serve as an effective non-formal learning space for developing students' soft skills, including discipline, teamwork, communication, leadership, and responsibility. These findings confirm that community musical activities have pedagogical relevance as a medium for contextual soft skills learning in engineering vocational education.
Batik Santri: Training, Education, and the Creative Economy Potential of Islamic Boarding School–Based Initiatives in Kudus Regency Eko Sugiarto; Arif Fiyanto; Retnoningrum Hidayah; Anung Gunarto; Achmad Zairin; Muhammad Rijalul Azka Arifin
Catharsis Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): November 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/catharsis.v14i2.44892

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Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) possess strategic potential for advancing the creative economy grounded in cultural and community-based resources, particularly through the batik industry. Pondok Pesantren Al-Mawaddah in Kudus Regency has established a batik business unit since 2018 as part of its pesantren entrepreneur program; however, it has not yet demonstrated optimal competitiveness. This study aims to develop a model for strengthening the pesantren-based creative economy through entrepreneurship training, eco-religious–based santri batik product innovation, and digital branding strategies. This study employs an action research approach encompassing the stages of planning, action, observation, and reflection. Data were collected through participatory observation, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using descriptive qualitative methods. The findings indicate that (1) pesantren possess strong human resource potential for batik industry development, (2) entrepreneurship training and education enhance the technical and managerial competencies of santri, (3) eco-ethnic and eco-religious–based santri batik product innovation generates a distinctive product identity, (4) santri-preneur competencies improve in the domains of production, entrepreneurship, and digital marketing, and (5) digital branding strategies expand market reach and strengthen the position of santri batik within the creative economy ecosystem. This study affirms the strategic role of pesantren as centers for culturally grounded creative economy development and proposes an integrative model for strengthening santri entrepreneurship through education, training, product innovation, and digital branding.
Organology Of The Traditional Musical Instrument Gerantg In Gayo, Central Aceh Regency Rizki Rahmad; Khairul hatta; Novysa Basri
Catharsis Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): juni 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/catharsis.v15i1.62092

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This study aims to analyze the organology and playing techniques of the Gerantung, a traditional musical instrument from the Gayo region in Central Aceh Regency. The research addresses the limited number of studies that integrate instrument construction with playing techniques and the resulting sound characteristics. A qualitative approach with an ethnomusicological perspective was employed. Data were collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation involving craftspeople, players, and traditional leaders selected via purposive sampling. Data analysis involved reduction, thematic coding, categorization, and contextual interpretation to identify the relationship between organological aspects and playing techniques. The findings reveal that the construction of the Gerantung encompassing its shape, materials, and manufacturing techniques directly influences the playing techniques employed and determines the resulting sound characteristics. Playing techniques evolved in response to the instrument's structure; thus, they cannot be separated from its organological aspects. Furthermore, the study found that social changes have influenced variations in playing techniques and the instrument's usage within the community's cultural context. This research underscores the importance of an integrative approach to organology one that goes beyond describing the instrument's physical form to explain its interconnections with musical practices and cultural dynamics.
Improving Elementary School Children's Literacy Skills Through Digital-Based Laweut Dance Videos Novysa Basri; Miftahul Jannah; Vinny Aryesha; Aida Fitri; Fina Meilinar; Rudy Juli Saputra
Catharsis Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): juni 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/catharsis.v15i1.44805

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This study aims to analyze the impact of using digital Laweut Dance videos as a learning tool in improving elementary school students' literacy skills. Good literacy is an important foundation in children's education, especially regarding reading, writing, and understanding information. However, a lack of interest in learning and limited available learning methods hinder this achievement. Therefore, this study proposes the use of video media as an interesting and interactive option to improve literacy skills. This study adopted a multidisciplinary approach that included quantitative and qualitative methods. The study was conducted at SDN 2 Meurah Dua in Meurah Dua District, Pidie Jaya Regency, involving fourth-grade elementary school students. Data were obtained through pretests and posttests to assess students' literacy skills before and after learning sessions using Laweut Dance videos, as well as through interviews and observations to gather students' and teachers' views on the effectiveness of videos as a learning tool. The results of this study indicate that the use of digital Laweut Dance videos can improve students' literacy skills, especially in aspects of reading and writing related to understanding local culture. In addition, both students and teachers provided positive feedback on the use of videos as a fun and engaging learning medium. The practical findings of this study indicate that the integration of digital media based on local culture can be a reference for teachers in developing more relevant literacy learning, as well as being a consideration in developing curriculum and education policies that connect digital technology with local wisdom.
Character Education Through Rateeb Meuseukat Dance Videos Based on Local Culture Study on PAUD Teachers Rudy Juli Saputra; Novysa Basri; Umul Aiman; Sari Rizki; Fina Meilina
Catharsis Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): juni 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/catharsis.v15i1.44807

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This study aims to analyze the impact of using digital Laweut Dance videos as a learning tool in improving elementary school students' literacy skills. Good literacy is an important foundation in children's education, especially regarding reading, writing, and understanding information. However, a lack of interest in learning and limited available learning methods hinder this achievement. Therefore, this study proposes the use of video media as an interesting and interactive option to improve literacy skills. This study adopted a multidisciplinary approach that included quantitative and qualitative methods. The study was conducted at SDN 2 Meurah Dua in Meurah Dua District, Pidie Jaya Regency, involving fourth-grade elementary school students. Data were obtained through pretests and posttests to assess students' literacy skills before and after learning sessions using Laweut Dance videos, as well as through interviews and observations to gather students' and teachers' views on the effectiveness of videos as a learning tool. The results of this study indicate that the use of digital Laweut Dance videos can improve students' literacy skills, especially in aspects of reading and writing related to understanding local culture. In addition, both students and teachers provided positive feedback on the use of videos as a fun and engaging learning medium. The practical findings of this study indicate that the integration of digital media based on local culture can be a reference for teachers in developing more relevant literacy learning, as well as being a consideration in developing curriculum and education policies that connect digital technology with local wisdom.
Improving The Discipline Character of Group B Children Through Routine Habituation Activities at Uptd Kindergarten Negeri Idhata Zita Rizkia; Sari Rizki; Dwi Adhinda Junaidi Putri
Catharsis Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): juni 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/catharsis.v15i1.46791

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Early Childhood Education (PAUD) has a strategic role in shaping the basis for the development of children's attitudes and character, especially at the age of 5-6 years known as the golden age. One of the important characters that needs to be developed from an early age is the character of discipline, because it is the foundation for the growth of responsibility, self-control, and readiness to follow the learning process. The results of initial observations in group B of UPTD Kindergarten Negeri Idhata show that the character of children's discipline has not developed optimally. Some children are still not consistent in obeying class rules, lack order when marching, and are not used to tidying up the playground equipment without being reminded. This research aims to improve the character of children's discipline through the application of daily routine habits and describe the activities of teachers and children during the implementation of actions. This research uses the Classroom Action Research (PTK) method which is carried out in two cycles, each consisting of the stages of planning, implementation of actions, observation, and reflection. The study subjects amounted to 20 children aged 5–6 years. Data collection techniques are carried out through observation and documentation using indicators of discipline character. The data was analyzed descriptively, quantitatively, and qualitatively by calculating the percentage of completeness in each cycle. Success indicators are set if at least 80% of children reach the Developing According to Expectations (BSH) category. The results showed a significant increase in each cycle. The percentage of completeness increased from 35% in Cycle I Meeting I to 50%, then 75% in Cycle II Meeting I, and reached 85% in Cycle II Meeting II. Teacher and child activities also showed consistent improvement. Thus, daily routine habituation that is carried out in a structured and sustainable manner is effective in improving the character of early childhood discipline.
Enhancing Basic Numeracy Skills in Children Aged 5–6 Years Through PAPINKA: An Interactive Learning Medium Rezka fitrah; Rahma Rahma; Sari Rizki
Catharsis Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): juni 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/catharsis.v14i2.47747

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This study aimed to enhance the basic numeracy skills of children aged 5–6 years through the implementation of PAPINKA (Papan Pintar Angka), an interactive learning medium designed to support play-based learning. The study was motivated by the low level of children's numeracy achievement during the preliminary observation stage, where only 33% of children reached the categories of Developing as Expected and Very Well Developed. This research employed Classroom Action Research, consisting of two cycles, each involving planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. The participants were 15 children aged 5–6 years, comprising 8 boys and 7 girls enrolled in Group B at UPTD TK Negeri Idhata Peusangan Bireuen. Data were collected using observation sheets to assess children's numeracy development. The findings revealed a substantial improvement in children's numeracy skills, with learning completeness increasing from 33% in the pre-cycle stage to 60% in Cycle I and 87% in Cycle II. The results indicate that PAPINKA effectively supports play-based learning by providing concrete, interactive, and engaging learning experiences that facilitate children's understanding of numerical concepts. The integration of number recognition, counting, quantity comparison, number sequencing, and simple addition activities into a single learning medium increased participation and motivation to learn among children. This study contributes to the development of innovative numeracy instruction in early childhood education by offering a teacher-designed interactive learning medium that promotes meaningful learning experiences and strengthens children's foundational numeracy skills.
Improving the Language Skills of Children Aged 5-6 Years Through Storytelling Activities Using Hand Puppet Media Suci Rahmadani; Rahma Rahma; Sari Rizki
Catharsis Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): juni 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/catharsis.v15i1.47954

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Language development is a fundamental aspect of early childhood education because it supports communication, social interaction, and cognitive growth. However, preliminary observations made in Group B of Idhata State TK revealed that many children aged 5-6 years have not reached the expected level of language proficiency. This research aims to improve children's language skills through storytelling activities using hand puppet media. The study used Classroom Action Research (CAR) involving 15 children consisting of 8 boys and 7 girls. This research was carried out in two cycles, each consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. Data was collected through observation sheets, teacher interviews, field notes, and documentation. These findings showed a substantial improvement in children's language skills, with learning completeness increasing from 33% in the pre-action stage to 60% in Cycle I and reaching 87% in Cycle II. The qualitative findings further revealed that children became more confident, actively engaged in storytelling activities, and showed a greater willingness to express their ideas orally. These findings suggest that storytelling with the help of hand puppets is an effective and fun strategy for improving early childhood language development. This study contributes to the field of early childhood education by providing practical evidence that interactive storytelling media can facilitate meaningful language learning experiences while encouraging children's active participation.
Representations of Heroism in the Cinematography of the Animated Film Panji Tengkorak Using Roland Barthes’s Semiotic Approach Maura putri Anandyta; Pratama Bayu Widagdo
Catharsis Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): juni 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/catharsis.v15i1.48689

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Heroism in a film is not only portrayed through the characters’ actions but it also constructed through a system of signs that shape specific meanings. The film Panji Tengkorak (2025) presents heroic figures through powerful visuals, utilizing gestures and a narrative that tends to be complex. Research on meaning and representation in film has been extensively conducted using Roland Barthes’s semiotic approach as well as other visual studies. However, studies on Indonesian animated films that integrate cinematographic elements as a visual sign system with Roland Barthes’s semiotic approach remain relatively limited. This study aims to analyze the visual representation of the character Panji through cinematographic and semiotic approaches. The research employs a descriptive qualitative method, analyzing the visual elements that collectively contribute to constructing the impression of heroism in the character, as well as applying Roland Barthes’s semiotic theory to dissect the levels of denotation, connotation, and myth. The results show that Panji’s heroism is constructed not only through heroic actions but also through camera angles, visual composition, body gestures, lighting, color palettes, and specific symbols that build meaning at the levels of denotation, connotation, and myth. From a semiotic perspective, the portrayal of Panji which is far from glamorous is a visual form that gives rise to the myth of the solitary warrior. This study demonstrates that cinematography functions as a system of signs that actively shapes the representation of heroism.
Traditional Art Activities as a Neuroscience-Based Counseling Approach to Foster Emotional Development in Early Childhood Dwi Adhinda Junaidi Putri; Novysa Basri; Eka Nuraini
Catharsis Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): November 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/catharsis.v14i2.49903

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This study aims to analyze the use of traditional art activities as an art-based counseling approach from a neuroscience perspective to support emotional development in early childhood. The research employed a qualitative approach using a systematic literature review method by examining relevant scientific articles, books, and research reports on art-based counseling, neuroscience, and early childhood emotional development. The findings indicate that traditional art activities function as an effective non-verbal medium that enables children to express, understand, and regulate their emotions through symbolic and creative processes. From a neuroscience perspective, creative art activities stimulate the interaction between the limbic system and the prefrontal cortex, which plays a significant role in emotional processing and regulation. Furthermore, integrating traditional art into counseling practices enhances children’s engagement and strengthens cultural identity by combining emotional, cognitive, and cultural aspects in a holistic learning experience. This study concludes that traditional art-based counseling grounded in neuroscience is an innovative and contextual approach to fostering emotional development in early childhood. The findings have important implications for developing creative, culturally responsive, and scientifically grounded counseling strategies in early childhood education.

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