The Transformation of Dance Instruction in Bali, Indonesia

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Dance in Bali, Indonesia, known as Balinese dance, has so far been taught by traditional instruction methods that involve repeated program imitation and correction. However, in recent years, an instruction method for beginners known as "Dasar," has been proposed by an instructor. The purpose of this paper is to consider the problems currently faced while teaching Balinese dance by analyzing the characteristics of the new method of instruction.

 As a result of analyzing Dasar and comparing it with traditional instruction methods, we found that this method coincides with the changes in the environment for Bali dance and the children who study it. With these environmental changes, passing on Balinese dance to the younger generation, using traditional instruction methods has become difficult. Tailored to such an environment, Dasar, with its uniform instruction methods and presentation of basic movements was proposed with the intention of establishing new standards for teaching all types of Balinese dance.

 Initially, it may seem as though Dasar adopted an instructional method that did not previously exist. A clear effort by an instructor has been made to recognize and protect diversity while categorizing elements into the old and the new of Bali island culture to further promote dance.