Gema Rasa Foundation

The Gema Rasa Foundation is a cultural organization that promotes Javanese music and dance. With passion and dedication, we bring Java's rich traditions to a wide audience

Gema

Literally translated, “gema” means “echo” in Javanese and Indonesian. In the context of the foundation, this word symbolises the resonance of Javanese culture and traditions that resonate through the generations.

Rasa

“Rasa” can be translated as “feeling”, “taste”, or “essence” in Javanese and Indonesian. It refers to the deep emotional connection and feeling one gets when practicing and experiencing Javanese dance and music.

Photos, Videos & News

Check out our gamelan orchestra performances and events.
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Projecten
Project Enrich Javanese Performing Arts (VerrijkingJavaanse Podiumkunst)Cultural Education Program - Indonesia

Our enrichment journey to Indonesia was an unforgettable experience centered around playing gamelan. When we first arrived ...

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Nieuws
"Om Gam Ganapathaye Namo Namaha" (Gegroet Ganesha, de verwijderaar van obstakels)

Stichting Gema Rasa (SGR) nam deel aan een cultureel evenement tijdens de Wereldhavendagen op zondag 8 september 2024. Aan boord van de Zeesleper de Fighter werd op het openluchtpodium de theatervoorstelling Dewi Sri aan het publiek gepresenteerd. Deze voorstelling was een initiatief van M.A. Intorno, ondersteund door schrijfster Ingrid Chen, en begeleid door live gamelanmuziek van de groep Jiwa Manunggal van SGR en Hindoestaanse muziek van Prewien Pandohi-Mishre & Ensemble.

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Invite Gema Rasa to your event

Experience the enchanting music of the Gamelan Group Jiwa Manunggal from the Gema Rasa Foundation.

Events that we support

Events where our gamelan group Jiwa Manunggal performs or that help spread the Javanese Culture.
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Ramayana Epos

Isala Theater
16/2/25
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Dewi Sri

Podiumschip De Fighter
8/9/24
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ABC Evenement

Zalencentrum De Brug Reeuwijk
7/9/24