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Sinanggar Tulo (SATB)
$5.00
Sinanggar Tulo is a traditional Batak folk song from North Sumatra, Indonesia, brought to life in Ken Steven’s masterful arrangement. Through skillful vocal writing, the choir mimics the sounds of traditional Batak instruments, such as the gondang (drums) and taganing (tuned drums), showcasing the song’s rich cultural heritage.
Rooted in Batak tradition, this song reflects the societal expectation that a man should marry a woman who shares his mother’s surname. Told in the form of a pantun—a poetic style known for its cheerful tone even when conveying sadness—the lyrics capture the man’s unease as he grapples with his mother’s wishes, unable to choose his own love freely.
KSV1104
- Availability
- Digital Only
- Genre
- Folk/Traditional
- Voicing
- SATB
- Accompaniment
- Unaccompanied
- Composers (By Country)
- Indonesia
- Language (Group)
- Indonesian