Sanggar Indonesia Istimewa: Indonesian Traditional and Contemporary Music Collective
A Collective Space and Music Production Studio
Sanggar Indonesia Istimewa is a music collective based in Indonesia that connects musicians across genres through the shared roots of local traditions.
We focus on developing, promoting, and releasing new works inspired by Indonesia’s rich cultural heritage, while fostering collaboration among artists dedicated to contemporary reinterpretations of traditional sound.
Through collective creation, recording initiatives, and cultural exchange programs, Sanggar Indonesia Istimewa serves as a bridge between ancestral music traditions and innovative contemporary practices.
Saodor Ensemble Collection
A Neo Traditional for Batak Toba Musical Ensemble
This piece is a contemporary reinterpretation of Batak Toba ceremonial music, featuring Taganing, the traditional North Sumatran drum ensemble, and the oboe, a Western double-reed instrument.