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A Vibrant Art Concert Celebrates The 75th Anniversary Of Indonesia-Russia Relations

A concert showcasing a variety of traditional arts from Indonesia and Russia was held on Monday at Ciputra Artpreneur in Jakarta to celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Russia. 

The event featured traditional Indonesian arts, including gamelan music, Balinese dance, and the Saman dance, which is recognized as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO. 

Additionally, Indonesian soloist Farman Purnama performed the songs "Ayo Mama" and "Panon Hideung" alongside the State Academic Russian Choir M.E. Pyatnitsky. 

The choir also presented several Russian songs as well as the Indonesian piece "Rayuan Pulau Kelapa," while the State Academic Honored Dance Ensemble of Dagestan showcased traditional Russian dance. 

Deputy Minister of Culture Giring Ganesha remarked that Russian culture, encompassing its art, music, and literature, is widely recognized around the globe, just as Indonesia's rich cultural heritage is. 

"Indonesian traditions have evolved from a rich and dynamic environment. Comprising 17,000 islands, volcanic land, vast oceans, and over 700 local languages, these elements foster expressions such as music, dance, poetry, and theater," Giring stated during the opening of the performance. 

He emphasized that culture can serve as a bridge for mutual understanding between the two nations, and that the arts can promote global peace. 

"Through art, this collaboration not only showcases the beauty of our cultures but also contributes to world peace by demonstrating how dialogue and empathy can flourish between countries," he added. 

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