The Saraswati veena is one of India’s oldest musical instruments. It is a large fretted lute that is named after the Goddess Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge and art. Often referred to as the “Queen of Instruments,” it is a predominant solo instrument in the Carnatic music, the main style of classical music in southern India, and distinct from the Hindustani music of the north. Since anci

Latin America is a place with many culturally enriched dances. Stemming from Mexico, South America, Central America and the Caribbean, Latin American dances infuse cultural flavour with technical skill to bring exciting performances to audiences worldwide. Modern Latin American dance consists of a wide variety of styles that were formed in separate cities and countries. Some of the dances have been standardised with internationally agreed techniques, rhythms and tempos. The dances generally fall into two categories - the International and American Style. The International Latin Style dances are often performed competitively due to its highly disciplined and technical traits. The dance styles in this category include the Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba, Paso Doble and Jive. The Cha Cha, originally known as Cha Cha Cha, is one of the staples of international Latin dance competitions. The dance is characterized by three quick steps forward and two slower steps backwards - “one, two, cha-cha-cha, three, four, cha-cha-cha.” While maintaining minimal upper-torso movement, dancers sway their hips and straighten their knees on half beats. The slowest of the Latin dances is the Rumba. Considered to be the most romantic of the Latin dances, the Rumba emphasizes movement of the body rather than the feet and is full of emotion and interaction between partners. Each dancer tries to entice the other with side-to-side hip movements and twisted steps. Danced to a basic pattern of two quick side steps and a slow forward step, the Rumba is adaptable to many musical forms that accommodate a quick-quick-slow rhythm. In Brazil, Samba is a popular Latin dance at street festivals and celebrations like the Brazilian Carnival. Set to music with African rhythms, this joyful and lively dance is characterized by rapidly moving hips and quick transfers of weight. Although it is usually performed solo in the Brazilian culture, ballroom versions have been developed where partners dance with bounce and hip rolling motions. The fastest of the Latin dances is the Jive. This happy and extremely energetic dance incorporates plenty of knee-lifting, bending, kicking, flicking and rocking of the hips. Latin American dances are taught in academies all around the world. Through dancing, people of different ages and backgrounds can stay physically fit while building new friendships. Consistent dance practice brings numerous health and social benefits.

The cimbalom, an elaborate stringed instrument found mainly in the Central and Eastern European nations, belongs to the dulcimer family and is played by striking metal strings mounted over a trapezoidal soundboard. Associated with the music of the Hungarian Gypsies, the cimbalom is a symbol of Hungary as well as its national instrument. Cimbaloms come in varying sizes, tone groupings, and string a

“Ada sebuah negeri bernama Crete di tengah laut segelap anggur, tanah yang adil dan kaya, dikelilingi dengan air, dan di situlah banyak orang yang tak terhitung banyaknya, dan sembilan puluh kota.”

Dipercaya bahwa Basque adalah keturunan petani Neolitik yang terpisah dari komunitas Eropa lainnya karena mereka terisolasi secara geografis. Kombinasi biologis mereka dan keunikan linguistiknya telah memimpin banyak sarjana untuk menyimpulkan bahwa Basque adalah "ras tertua" di Eropa.

Suku Bunun percaya bahwa burung bulbul hitam paruh merah awalnya tidak punya paruh merah, kaki merah, atau tubuh hitam, dan katak itu tidak ada. Penampilan burung berubah, dan katak diciptakan karena menyelamatkan orang Bunun.

Sangat membumi dalam pemahaman bahwa dari bumi muncullah kehidupan, orang Sámi memegang pandangan bahwa semua makhluk adalah benang dalam kain bagus yang sama.

Te Urewera, tanah air Tūhoe, terletak di Pulau Utara Selandia Baru. Ini mencakup kira-kira 2.127 kilometer persegi dari negara bukit terjal dan menampilkan danau biru-hijau yang luas dan sungai yang mengalir cepat ke utara.

Welcome to our program, “Bartering – Exchanging Goods, Services and Friendship.” Bartering was a system of trade introduced by the Mesopotamia tribes dating back to 6,000 BC. The Phoenicians adopted the system to trade goods with other cities across the oceans. An improved bartering system was developed by the Babylonians and was used to exchange goods for food, tea, spices, and other commodities. With the global adoption of a monetary system, simple bartering of goods and services between people is less practiced, but still exists in some parts of the world. In the Koraput region in India where over 48 indigenous communities live, bartering is still a common practice. Many villages in Malaysia still use bartering as their main means of trade. In recent years, bartering is making a comeback in Hawaii where people see each other as part of the ʻohana, or extended family. With this modern bartering system, people are able to trade services, talent and skills. In Africa, certain countries use bartering to help children get an education. In Nigeria, many schools allow parents to trade in used plastic bottles for their children’s school fees under the RecyclesPay Education Project, a campaign by the African Clean Up Initiatives. The barter system is practiced at an international level between large companies and countries using treaties and trade deals to exchange goods and services. It’s the perfect way for companies to clear obsolete or surplus inventory and achieve zero waste. There are many advantages of bartering. It’s economical and saves resources. Something you no longer use may just be the item someone else has been looking for. The exchange is also more direct, immediate, and personal. It’s an opportunity for interaction between people, a chance to form lasting friendships that are much more valuable. Supreme Master Ching Hai once hinted in a lecture in 1992 that one day, the Earth can even barter with beings from other planets…

Berbahagialah manusia, yang tidak mengikuti nasihat dari orang jahat. Haleluya, haleluya, haleluya.

Orang Jerman telah memberikan kontribusi yang sangat besar di bidang musik klasik. Bangsa ini adalah rumah bagi banyak komposer klasik terkenal, seperti Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Handel, Telemann dan lainnya.

Meke adalah menceritakan kisah melalui lagu, tarian dan musik. Dari generasi ke generasi, penduduk asli Fiji telah mewariskan sejarah, kepercayaan, tradisi, moral, dan nilai-nilai melalui meke.

Masyarakat adat di seluruh dunia menjaga hubungan mendalam dengan Ibu Pertiwi. Mereka tanpa lelah berkampanye dan mengadvokasi kehormatan dan perlindungan planet ini, serta melakukan ritual doa, dan upacara sakral untuk membantu Ibu Pertiwi menjaga keseimbangan planet ini.

Saya menyadari bahwa ada sesuatu dalam instrumen ini yang tidak dimiliki alat musik lain. Nada yang keras, lembut, panjang, pendek begitu indah.

Cahaya bulan menyatu menjadi melodi yang tenang Bulan tercinta, bulan merindu, O bulan yang bercahaya Kecapi sedih, kecapi hening, O lagu lambat seperti itu Setiap embun yang hilang menjatuhkan sesungai air mata.

Kotak bentwood adalah benda seni praktis yang menampilkan beberapa bakat artisanal dari Heiltsuk. Peti kedap air ini, merupakan benda yang sangat penting di daerah pantai hujan British Columbia, yang digunakan untuk menyimpan pakaian, makanan, peralatan upacara, dan benda-benda rumah tangga.

Suku Ainu adalah penduduk asli orang Jepang yang selalu punya ikatan yang kuat dengan dunia alami. Jiwa dianggap tinggal di dalam pohon, tanaman, dan satwa, dan ada penekanan dalam hidup saling menghormati dengan para dewa ini.

Located in Southeast Asia, the Kingdom of Thailand, formerly known as Siam, is a country steeped in rich cultural traditions. The name “Thailand” means “land of the free.” In this auspicious nation, one of the earliest signs of human existence was found. Through the centuries, the influence of neighboring countries such as India, China, and Cambodia have helped shape Thailand’s diverse and colorful culture. Our program today will focus on their beautiful and iconic traditional dance. Known for its elegance, bright glittering costumes, graceful movements, and melodious musical accompaniments, this cherished art form mesmerizes people around the world. For nearly a thousand years, the Thai people have developed numerous dance styles. Thai dance has two main categories, classical and folk. Today, the popular Thai classical dance styles include Khon, Lakhon, and Hun Lakhon Lek. Among the different folk dance styles, the Fawn and Menora dances are the most popular today. Khon is a valuable part of the heritage and wisdom of the Thai people. In 2018, the classical Khon Masked Dance Drama was added to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Regardless of the style, the basic movements and steps of Thai traditional dances are generally elegant and slow-paced, expressing humble and peaceful feelings. Hand movements are important elements in both Thai classical and folk dance. In folk dance performances such as Fawn and Menora, female dancers wear long artificial fingernails to enhance the gracefulness of their hand movements. Costumes Costumes play an important role in Thai dance. In classical dance, the costumes are mainly gold, or other bright colors, with glittering decorations or embroidered flowers. Through royal patronage, the efforts of traditional artists, and greater exposure to foreign tourists, the vibrance of Thai traditional dance was restored for the world. More than just an art form, this traditional dance is a symbol of Thailand itself.

Sebuah tempat tinggal dengan ketinggian 6-12 meter dan dibuat menyerupai bentuk kepala gajah, dengan dua buah lubang di bagian atas yang menyerupai mata pachydermata. Ini adalah tempat tinggal yang pintar yang dapat juga dipindah-pindahkan ke lokasi lain.

"Hidup ini manis, hidup itu indah, Tak peduli apa yang terjadi dalam hidup, selalu manis untuk hidup. Nikmati sinar mentari, bunga-bunga, burung-burung - mereka senang. Tuhan maha baik dan saya hanya berusaha membuat orang bahagia.”