Strengthening the Civic Dimension through Singo Laras Javanese Gamelan Music in Primary Schools

Abstract

As an element of local culture, karawitan has the potential to foster the internalisation of values such as togetherness, social responsibility, and respect for diversity. This study examines how karawitan Singo Laras can contribute to strengthening the civic dimension in primary education. Through this cultural approach, students are expected to develop not only artistic skills but also positive attitudes that support responsible citizenship. The study employs a qualitative method using a case study approach at SDN Singodutann. The participants included the headteacher, teachers, and students involved in the programme, while data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, and analysed using descriptive analysis based on data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that karawitan Singo Laras strengthens civic values through collaborative learning and character development. The implementation of this traditional art form has proven effective in teaching students the importance of cooperation, mutual respect, and responsibility towards the community. These findings make a significant contribution to the development of an educational model grounded in local wisdom, aimed at nurturing a generation that is not only academically capable but also socially responsible.