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Eastern musicians on Columbia record sleeve
Javanese or Indonesian musicians on Columbia 78rpm record sleeve Date: early 20th century
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Flute Indonesia Indonesian Instrument Java Javanese Magic Musician Musicians Notes Puppet Record Recording Sleeve Stringed Woodwind Musical
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This photograph captures a moment in time from the early 20th century, featuring a group of Javanese or Indonesian musicians gathered around a record player, intently focused as they listen to the playback of their own music on a Columbia 78rpm record. The musicians, dressed in traditional attire, showcase a range of instruments, including a flute or woodwind instrument, a stringed instrument with a bow, and what appears to be a puppet or shadow puppet used in the performance of traditional Indonesian music. The yellowed and worn record sleeve, a relic of a bygone era, adds to the nostalgic and magical atmosphere of the scene. The black and white image, with its intricate patterns and rich textures, transports us back to a time when music was a communal experience, shared through the medium of vinyl records. The musicians' intense concentration and the mysterious aura of the puppet add to the mystique of Eastern music, which was often romanticized in the West during this period. The image invites us to imagine the enchanting melodies and rhythms that filled the room as the musicians played, their music weaving together the threads of history, culture, and tradition. This photograph is a testament to the enduring power of music to connect people across time and space, and to the rich cultural heritage that continues to inspire and captivate us today.
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