Commemoration Of National Music Day, Ganjar Pranowo: Music Is Also A Room For Struggle

Ganjar Pranowo (Photo via Central Java Provincial Government)

JAKARTA - National Music Day (HMN) is celebrated on March 9 every year. The choice of date refers to the birthday of the great Indonesian composer WR Supratman, although it was later revealed that his actual birthday was March 19, 1903.

The Governor of Central Java, Ganjar Pranowo also participated in commemorating the national music day which falls every March 9, 2022. For metal music fans, Ganjar said music does not just work.

"Do you know that today is celebrated as National Music Day? Music does not just work, but also a space for struggle. Peace to the hearts that are in line with the melody", said Ganjar via Twitter, monitored by the editor, Wednesday, March 9.

Do you know that today is celebrated as National Music Day? Music is not just a work, but also a space for struggle. Peace to the hearts that are in line with the melody. pic.twitter.com/3oiQRpp625

— Ganjar Pranowo (@ganjarpranowo) March 9, 2022

Ganjar's upload also received a positive response from his followers on Twitter.

Hundreds of netizens also seemed to like the upload of the number one person in Central Java. In addition, Ganjar's upload has also been retweeted by dozens of his followers.

"Stay Passionate and Grateful and Optimistic to be able to live life with positive thinking. Listening to music can provide benefits for body health", tweeted @Gunawan.

Previously, the Chairman of the Music Committee of the Jakarta Arts Council (DKJ), Adra Karim, said National Music Day (HMN) which falls every March 9, can be interpreted from various sides, including as a reminder and celebration of the nation's arts and culture.

"First, we can see music as a reminder that we are a country full of culture, and music is a part of that culture that cannot be separated, it is deeply ingrained and a part of our lives", said Adra.

Music, continued Adra, is not only entertainment but also has functions and cultural roots in Indonesia. "For example, in some areas, music must be present when a person is born, grows up, and gets married. And its presence is not just for entertainment. Indonesia has a very deep culture and is attached to music", he added.

Furthermore, the man who is also a jazz composer said that HMN can serve as a reminder that music is also a science that can be researched and explored.