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Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education
ISSN : 25411683     EISSN : 25412426     DOI : https://doi.org/10.15294/harmonia
Core Subject : Art,
Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education is published by Departement of Drama, Dance, and Music, Faculty of Language and Arts, Universitas Negeri Semarang in cooperation with Asosiasi Profesi Pendidik Sendratasik Indonesia (AP2SENI)/The Association of Profession for Indonesian Sendratasik Educators. Harmonia published scientific papers on the results of art research and art education. Editor accepts the article has not been published in other media with the writing format as listed on page manuscript writing guidelines. The journal is published twice a year, in June & December.
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Kolintang Minahasa: from Cultural Heritage to A Global Instrument in Inclusive Music Education and Cultural Diplomacy Hartono, Markus Soegiarto; Cahya Septiyaningsih, Imada; Aditia, Dimas; Widyaatmadja, Swanny Trikajanti; Setiawan, Risky; Sinaga, Risma Margaretha
Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/harmonia.v25i2.23641

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Kolintang, a wooden percussion instrument from Minahasa, North Sulawesi, has evolved from a sacred ritual object into UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage in 2024. Despite this recognition, scholarship has not sufficiently examined how this transformation reshapes educational practice or how the instrument’s physical properties support inclusive music learning. This study examines Kolintang’s trajectory through an analytic autoethnographic approach grounded in five decades of direct practice within the pedagogical lineage of Petrus Kaseke, triangulated with interviews of fifteen key figures, including descendants of innovators Nelwan Katuuk and Petrus Kaseke, and empirical data from a 2024 training program for Deaf participants in Jakarta. The research documents Kolintang’s technical development from pentatonic to chromatic tuning, enabling engagement with global repertoires, and traces how diaspora communities in Java systematized ensemble-based pedagogy. Empirical findings show that ten Deaf participants achieved a mean rhythmic accuracy of 92.3 percent with a standard deviation of 5.8 percent through vibrotactile rather than auditory learning. The findings indicate that Kolintang’s sustainability depends not on static preservation but on cultural transmutation, defined as the strategic adaptation of material form to preserve philosophical and symbolic essence. Kolintang continues to function as a marker of diaspora identity, an instrument of Indonesian cultural diplomacy, and a culturally grounded medium for inclusive music education. This trajectory offers a model for sustaining intangible heritage in the twenty-first century by repositioning traditional arts as adaptive educational resources responsive to contemporary human needs. 
Dance Video Creation as an Arts-Based Learning Practice:The Role of Self-Efficacy, Emotion, and Narcissistic Tendencies in Elementary Dance Education Chen, Kuan-Wei
Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/harmonia.v25i2.23910

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This study examines dance video creation as an arts-based learning practice in elementary dance education, focusing on how self-efficacy, emotional experience, and narcissistic tendencies shape students’ creative engagement. Positioned within arts education, the study explores the interaction between psychological traits and embodied artistic processes in dance learning. Data were collected from 37 elementary school students participating in a dance program in Taipei, Taiwan. Using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), the study analyzed relationships among narcissistic tendencies, creative self-efficacy, perceived value of creating, and positive and negative emotions during dance video production. The results show that narcissistic tendencies positively influence self-efficacy, while higher self-efficacy is associated with a lower perceived value of the creative process. Self-efficacy enhances positive emotions, whereas a higher perceived value of creating intensifies negative emotions, indicating creative tension inherent in arts-based learning. These findings highlight dance video creation as a pedagogical space where emotional experience, artistic exploration, and learning processes intersect, offering insights for designing reflective and process-oriented dance education.
Investigating Workplace Music Preferences and Their Role in Employee Productivity and Well-Being: A Cross-Sectional Study in Indonesia Zandra, Rully Aprilia; Jamnongsarn, Surasak; Ismail, Adzrool Idzwan bin; Setiyowati, Arbin Janu; Hidayatullah, Hengki Tri
Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/harmonia.v25i2.24409

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Music is conventionally perceived as a medium of entertainment and artistic expression. However, among employees, music assumes a broader functional role, supporting productivity and psychological well-being across diverse workplace contexts. This study aimed to investigate the functional role of music among employees experiencing work-related stress and low motivation. A cross-sectional study was administered to 500 employees representing various socioeconomic and educational backgrounds. Participants reported their musical preferences and the perceived psychological impacts of music during different emotional states at work. Data analysis, including word cloud visualization and heatmap modeling, revealed that genres such as Pop and Dangdut dominated across both emotional conditions. However, the functional objectives of music usage differed; employees experiencing stress favored music for emotional balance and familiar comfort, while those facing low motivation preferred music that energized and re-engaged cognitive resources. The findings highlight that music serves adaptive emotional and cognitive regulatory functions, leading to increased productivity, emotional stabilization, and sustained concentration. These results offer practical implications for workplace well-being strategies, emphasizing the potential of personalized auditory environments in enhancing employee resilience and performance.
Predisposing Factors and Coping with Musical Performance Anxiety Among Professional Musicians Gómez-López, Belén; Sánchez-Cabrero, Roberto
Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/harmonia.v25i2.24437

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Musical performance anxiety (MPA) is a psychopathological condition with a notably high prevalence among both music students and professional musicians. Despite growing awareness of its impact, there is still a need to identify the specific predisposing factors and the most effective strategies for coping with this condition. The present study seeks to investigate the relationship between varying levels of musical performance anxiety and a range of attributive characteristics among musicians. Furthermore, it aims to examine the preventive and coping strategies employed by those affected. A quantitative study was conducted with a sample of 108 participants, from whom sociodemographic information was collected, along with self-reported perceptions of anxiety and responses to the K-MPAI-R questionnaire, a validated instrument for measuring MPA. The findings suggest that individuals professionally engaged in classical music report significantly higher levels of performance anxiety compared to those involved in other musical styles. Among the coping mechanisms reported, breathing exercises, self-motivation strategies, and distraction techniques emerged as the most frequently used. Interestingly, the use of meditation as a coping strategy was found to be positively associated with elevated levels of anxiety. These results carry important practical implications, particularly in guiding targeted interventions for the prevention and effective management of musical performance anxiety in both professional and educational settings. 
The Impact of Digital Technology on Various Traditional Theaters: An Examination of the Sociology of Arts Sahid, Nur; Syafii, A.S. Hardy; Sathotho, Surya Farid; Yuliadi, Koes; Purwanto, Purwanto
Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/harmonia.v25i2.24730

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The advancement of digital technology has engendered substantial transformations across various dimensions of life, particularly within the realm of traditional performing arts. In Indonesia, traditional art forms such as ketoprak, drama gong, and wayang purwa are currently undergoing significant changes in terms of production, presentation, and consumption in the digital age. This article explores the effects of digitization on these three art forms through the lens of Janet Wolff’s sociology of art framework. According to Wolff’s perspective, artworks are perceived as the outcome of the interplay among diverse social, economic, and cultural factors, with digital technology playing a crucial role in redefining the modern landscape of performing arts. The research findings indicate that digitalization facilitates the expansion of engagement with global audiences while simultaneously preserving local cultural values. Nevertheless, challenges manifest in the form of cultural gentrification, which threatens the erosion of indigenous aspects of tradition. Furthermore, this article offers recommendations for artists to harness technology in order to produce relevant artworks in the context of globalization, without compromising their cultural identity. 
Guel Music and Dance as Agents of Social Change: Strengthening Social Cohesion and Cultural Sustainability in Central Aceh Herdiati, Dian; Nurlaili, Nurlaili; Musnaini , Sabariah
Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/harmonia.v25i2.24925

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This research aims to explore and analyse the role of Gayo music and dance performances as agents of social change in strengthening social cohesion and cultural sustainability within the Gayo community in Central Aceh. The research is motivated by the importance of the performing arts as a medium for preserving cultural identity and uniting communities, particularly in the face of the challenges posed by globalization, which threatens the sustainability of local traditions. The urgency of the research lies in the need to understand concrete strategies for utilizing traditional arts for social purposes, as well as to fill the gap in the literature regarding the unique elements of Guel music and dance in the context of social change. The research method employed was a mixed-methods approach with a sequential explanatory design, combining a quantitative survey of 176 participants with a qualitative phenomenological study of 25 participants. The study’s results showed that participation in Guel performances, particularly through the “Saturday Arts” and “Annual Festival” programs, significantly increased the community’s sense of belonging, cultural pride, and social involvement. Quantitative data analysis showed an increase in governance and conservation indicators by 13.6% and 23.6%, respectively, while qualitative data revealed Guel’s role in value education, gender inclusivity, and intercultural dialogue. The discussion relates this finding to Bourdieu’s theory of social capital, confirming that Guel functions as a social glue (bonding capital), a bridge between groups (bridging capital), and a transformer of cultural capital into social capital. This research recommends the development of inclusive cultural policies, the integration of traditional arts into the educational curriculum, and a community-based governance approach to ensure the sustainability of Guel music and dance as an intangible cultural heritage and a unifying force for society. 
Oral Tradition as Indigenous Arts Pedagogy: Transmitting Moral Values through Narrative Performance Manggau, Arifin; Jayadi, Karta; Ismail, Alice Sabrina; Prusdianto, Prusdianto
Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/harmonia.v25i2.25006

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This study explores the inheritance patterns and educational significance of Iyabelale, a traditional Bugis lullaby, as a medium for character building and cultural preservation. Against the backdrop of globalisation and digital transformation, this study aims to assess the symbolic structure, cultural function, and pedagogical relevance of Iyabelale in the Bugis community. Using a qualitative ethnographic case study approach, data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation in rural and urban settings in South Sulawesi. The findings of this study reveal that Iyabelale functions as a multidimensional cultural artefact, conveying values such as empathy, responsibility, and spiritual awareness through its metaphorical language and melodic structure. Although its delivery has been weakened by technological shifts and changes in family structures, the lullaby remains a potential tool for culturally grounded character education. Integrating Iyabelale into modern curricula through community collaboration and digital innovation can foster emotional bonds, cultural identity, and moral learning. This study contributes to the growing knowledge about indigenous oral traditions and offers practical pathways for revitalisation in contemporary educational contexts. 
Musical Art and Preferences in Ukraine: Psychological Influences on Youth Social Consciousness Broiako, Nadiia; Dorofieieva , Veronika; Sinelnikov, Іvan; Ovcharenko , Svіatoslav; Kovmir , Nataliia
Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/harmonia.v25i2.26591

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During the war and reconstruction, musical art in Ukraine has become an effective vehicle for emotional expression, identity formation, and national resistance. Ukrainian music, in its traditional and modern forms, is responsive to the country’s political and psychological circumstances, making it essential to comprehend its impact on public consciousness and cultural transformation. A cross-sectional study of 368 Ukrainian youth aged 18-25 across five regions (West, South, Central, East, and North) evaluated psychological traits using the PANAS-SF, Sense of Coherence (SOC-13), and Social Dominance Orientation (SDO) scales. Musical preferences were rated on 19 different genres. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) in each region was employed to uncover underlying dimensions in psychology. Regional factor models uncovered different psychological constellations. Across all regions, music was invariably correlated with ideological orientation or emotional resilience, underscoring its cohesive psychological function during crises. Musical art in Ukraine serves as something more significant than aesthetic representation - it serves as a psychological anchor, cultural icon, and act of civil resistance. 
Co-creating Safer Urban Spaces: Educational Impacts of Student Participation in the “Odasis” CPTED Project in Jakarta Jeon, Jeong Ok; Rakhman, Rizki Taufik; Murwanti, Aprina; Pahala, Agam Akbar; Jung, Jae Hak
Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/harmonia.v25i2.32733

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Community safety in rapidly growing cities like Jakarta is closely tied to the design of public spaces, as rising urban crime rates continue to challenge local environments. This study examines how Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles can be integrated into student-led public art learning activities. Specifically, it reviews the first, site-survey phase of ODASIS—a Korean arts and culture ODA initiative implemented in Jakarta in May 2025—focusing on the educational impacts of students’ participation. Using a Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach, the study investigates how collaborative field activities—such as problem identification, safety mapping, and idea generation—enhance learning and community awareness. The project involved twenty Indonesian visual art education students from Universitas Negeri Jakarta (UNJ) and four architecture students from Gwangju University, mentored by a professional architect from Seoul. The findings reveal that the CPTED site survey (1) deepened students’ understanding of community safety and public space design; (2) encouraged them to generate locally relevant solutions through dialogue with residents; (3) fostered cross-cultural and interdisciplinary collaboration; and (4) strengthened their civic and social responsibility. Academically, this study contributes to the discourse on experiential learning in public art education; practically, it demonstrates how CPTED-based art projects can function as educational tools for community engagement. The project’s broader social impact will be further examined in the forthcoming second phase in August 2025, which focuses on implementing design interventions. 
Self-Regulated Learning in Music Education: A Structural Model of Social Support and Performance-Related Challenges Zarza-Alzugaray, Francisco Javier; Grau Ramón, Sara; Casanova, Osca; Zarza-Alzugaray, María Begoña
Harmonia: Journal of Arts Research and Education Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/harmonia.v25i2.36925

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This study analyses the relationship between self-regulated learning (SRL), music performance anxiety (MPA), and social support in a sample of 72 students at music conservatories in Spain. Using a structural equation model, the direct and indirect effects of psychological and social factors on self-regulation are examined, with instrument practice hours as a mediating variable. The results show that self-regulation is boosted by social support from teachers and by hours of study, while performance anxiety and helplessness have significant adverse effects. In addition, performance anxiety is associated with higher levels of helplessness and with an unfavourable early educational context. Support from family and friends is negatively associated with helplessness, indicating a protective role, although its direct influence on instrument practice is limited. The final model explains 52% of the variance in self-regulated learning, suggesting that support quality and perceived independence are decisive and highlighting the importance of pedagogical practices that foster self-regulation, metacognition, and emotional resilience in music education.