Legong Semarandhana in Balerung stage, Peliatan

[@amandapittar9398]

Even their eye movements were in sync. So controlled and beautiful. Exquisite. Like incredibly complex clockwork dolls. I couldn’t take my eyes off them. So lovely and mesmerising and other worldly.

[@saristaa1]

*They are not in sync. They are off a bit. It's a little distracting.*

[@amandapittar9398]

@@saristaa1 goodness, how could you tell? I was even watching their feet movements, their whole bodies were moving together. It was an astonishing performance. There was no repetition, the whole dance sequence was learned as a whole. That’s nearly seventeen minutes of dance, in duet, from head to toe for nearly all of it. Astonishing. Not even European ballet demands such exacting facial expressions as well as body movements. That level of control needed takes years and years of practice. I can only praise and be in awe.

[@charleyjr.iriarte7428]

What! it is actually scary because, in the calling of their spirits, demons are actually hollering.

[@themurrrr]

@@amandapittar9398 Sorry, but no. They were constantly out of sync. Almost constantly. And you clearly have never seen good European ballet. If you couldn’t tell they were out of sync, you need to have your eyes checked. Seriously, cuz that is very concerning.

[@saristaa1]

@@amandapittar9398 Their arms aren't at the same heights. Their hands turn to different degrees. One puts one foot too far forward while the other seems too eager to change movements. Their eyes are out of sync. They even tilt their heads to different angles and degrees. There is more out of sync than there is in sync. Can't you see it? Click through the video and pause at any moment. You will see how different they are.

[@richardbarrow4620]

This is incredibly long, complex, beautiful, and cool. The dancers must undergo intensive training starting young to master this art form.

[@Punishment4Sins]

🤣😂😅

[@michael0o5]

Intensive and master?? I hate to be picky but their synchronizing is off. The wobbles arent matching and fan movements aren't synched. It looks moderatly practiced, def not mastered.

[@Trixiesongzxoxo]

@@michael0o5 troll

[@kleineoOoStern]

@Pauly-Wauly Doodlealdaday years to master because the postures when they maintain their wrists and hands at a perfect 90° angle when moving their arms isn't naturally possible, they have to force their bones, ligaments, etc.. during years to be able to do that and have to work like crazy to be able to contain and control the twist their forearm's bones do when moving (it's just like the ballet dancers who spend years in training before going on pointe, being on pointe isn't naturally possible, they have to deform their joints with hard training to be able to do it.)

[@oversizedmoon]

@@michael0o5 that's just minor mistake, but those choreography definitely not easy. Oh and before you wrote rubbish comment like that, you better "master" the dance first and lets see that you can do better than them

[@terryolsson4145]

I was very fortunate to be in Bali for a cple of months in 1972. I was 21yrs old. I stayed at "Muries Lasman" not sure of spelling. It had small units side by side built in a circle . It was surrounded by a tall private fence for security. The owners daughter was Murie who did her chores on a large concrete platform unded a vast palmtree roof in the centre of the propery. She would go round every night and bless each room wit inscence and pray. Outside this domain was a small side street that lead to a concert arena and I fell asleep listening to Balinese music and beautiful dancing girls telling a story thru dance. It was called Ramiani. Once again, not sure of spelling. I will never forget.it was magic. I'm 71 now.

[@loolizzyloo]

Ramyani :)

[@brtecson]

It must have been remarkable if you have such vivid memories of it :) Thanks for sharing

[@pam7705]

Probably it's Ramayana. And the place you're staying at is probably a Losmen

[@beautifulnight6881]

Such long time ago

[@kimberlymoxley104]

Same! Yes! I was there and all around there when I was 22. Left America to see the world... I can not express in words...❤

[@tyffaneelavely8087]

This was so amazing. I was mesmerized by the dancer on the left. She made such interesting, and bold eye and facial expressions. Both ladies were incredibly talented of course. Very beautiful, and very artistic dancing. I loved the head movements, and other intricate movements. Even their fingers hand movements. I am sure this took so long to learn. The music was other amazing. It's otherworldly sounding to me, and I love that about it. I am super fascinated by other cultures.

[@ZombieMiezz]

She has an aura around her - wonderful.

[@hoktorio]

Indeed. Her expression is superb. In Balinese, they called it Metaksu, when a performer is emiting strong charisma spiritually and and in an artistic way.

[@kilanspeaks]

The story this dance is based in is taken from Smaradahana (Balinese/Javanese: ᬓᬓᬯᬶᬦ᭄‌ᬲ᭄ᬫᬭᬤᬳᬦ), a 12th century poem which is a Javanese adaptation of the myths surrounding the incineration of Kamadeva and his wife Rati by Lord Shiva. These Indonesian interpretations of the origins of love and desire are very different from the original source.

[@Tamil_Atheist2023]

Wow 😮Balinese Hindus too learn these stories 👏👏 Javanese letters somewhat looks like Tamil Malayalam and Thai style mix

[@kilanspeaks]

@@Tamil_Atheist2023 in Indonesia it doesn’t matter what your religion is, such poems are considered a national heritage co-owned by everyone.

[@dipalibhoite8098]

But Indonesian people are muslim then how can they perform like this act....?

[@kilanspeaks]

@@dipalibhoite8098 is it correct if I say all Indians are Hindu?

[@Aristocratic13]

@@kilanspeaks Preach

[@PorcelainJester]

They move like dolls in a haunting and mesmerizing way. Very beautiful, thank you KZbin for recommending me this.

[@bustedkeaton]

Your dolls move?

[@rosalee477]

I recognized the headdress and costume from a storybook I read as a child. How uncanny, the memory popped in my head from just a glimpse of the flowery crown.

[@rubydubdub2965]

Is it Ayu and the perfect moon? I came to watch this because I just read that book

[@somerslim25]

when i am in bali - i stay in UBUD just to see the dance every night and when i go to jojak ; i see the dance at the place every night - it just amaze with their art, Indonesia is a country rich in culture. lucky i stay near indonesia

[@coba-cobatv]

Jogja or Yogya

[@wahyubagiana]

Proud to be Balinese 🇮🇩🙏🏻👍🏻

[@SedatKPunkt]

Do you know what this dance was about? Is it a well-known story they were telling which every Balinese immediately recognize? With every minute I got more curious!

[@poppymoon777]

One of my favorite countries I’ve visited

[@kumarsa108]

You should be.

[@kumarsa108]

@@pendulunium2408 nope too many health problems. Burmans are the best.

[@Joshadowolf]

@@kumarsa108 YOU… be quiet.

[@MeMe-ry1oj]

0:36-1:11 giving big "exactly and i told her i said ma’am" meme vibes ahahaha, I love how sassy and grand their dance is.

[@RadenYohanesGunawan]

I can’t believe I recognise this twitter meme on a Balinese dance video…

[@j.d.4234]

Hello, Indonesian brothers and sisters! Greetings from the Philippines.

[@СветланаМихеева-ф1о]

Сколько лет нужно на такую растяжку пальцев! Попробовала~ заболели мышцы до плеча. Под таким углом кисть руки поставить! На каждой руке пальцы двигаются одновременно, но разные. Это непостижимо~так владеть отдельными мускулами независимо от других! Первый раз вижу подобный танец. Удивительно и восхитительно!

[@cbrown5686]

The world is getting smaller I always want to know different cultures. I am so honored when knowing and seeing things like this for the first time how beautiful and blessed to see this. Thank you.

[@irwan7770]

One day are must visit to Bali Indonesia

[@nursultansulaymanov]

It’s adorable and cool, Greetings from Kyrgyzstan 🇰🇬

[@irwan7770]

Welcome to Bali Indonesia

[@oscarorellana1441]

Me costó mucho encontrar estas danzas ,las vi una vez ,En un documental turístico ,pero. Es muy entretenido y esos movimientos y gestos con los ojos ,encantado desde Chile sus América

[@elvinsamson5909]

Eto yung pinagtatawanan ng mga pinoy na walang pinag-aralan. Maaari na ako'y manghingi ng tawad sa inyo mga kaibigan sa pagiging ignorante ng nakararaming Pilipino. Napakagandang pagmasdan ang inyong kultura. 💜

[@francoisangeloobrero2302]

Kaya nga.. mga walang pinag aralan o mangmang at ignorante lang yang mga iyan.

[@JusasJusas]

Kita tidak peduli kalau ditertawai. Inilah Seni (art ), banyak negara yg mengangguminya, 1 negara yg menertawai itu tidak penting.

[@virusescovid6929]

Hallo dear, i still read Filipino commentsusing tagalog insulting this traditional dance, so whats problem??

[@Fckingvillain]

@@virusescovid6929 They are jealous. Just that

[@mjpMALIK]

Too much Spanish Cuck larp

[@Amy-op9yo]

Amazingly graceful and beautiful. I feel so lucky to have KZbin bring such beauty and culture into our living rooms.

[@irwan7770]

Welcome to Bali Indonesia

[@hatomontana8043]

No hay nada mejor que aprender las bellezas y culturas de otros países porque te enriquece cómo persona y las experiencias son inolvidables. Gracias por compartir este hermoso video. Saludos desde Panamá 👍🇵🇦🇵🇦🇵🇦

[@lauracarrillo2983]

Cuál hermoso video? Dan miedo

[@hatomontana8043]

@@lauracarrillo2983 Hola Laura esa son sus culturas y es la idea de poder ver diversidad en todos los aspectos. Si te conociera te llevaría una de ellas a tú casa para que te bailen y así salga corriendo como el gato Tom 🤣😂🤣. Solo bromeaba Laura. Un saludo desde Panamá y bendiciones 👍💪🇵🇦🇵🇦🇵🇦

[@lauracarrillo2983]

@@hatomontana8043 saludos Hato 😉👋 t aseguró q si las traes a mi casa, de verdad salgo corriendo !!. Tiene rato q vi el video y siento q esos 4 ojos me están viendo!

[@hatomontana8043]

@@lauracarrillo2983 Me has hecho reír Laura, no importa que salgas corriendo porque no te dejaría salir de la casa con tal que vieras todos esos ojos cerca de tí 😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@hatomontana8043]

@@lauracarrillo2983 Imagínate si vivieras donde yo vivo rodeado de montañas en una finca y te salieras esas mujeres por las ventanas te recogen en pala 😂🤣😂🤣

[@maxarnold2617]

Thank you for posting this. I'm blessed to have visited Bali and see the country, the dances and met the people. There is so much beauty in diversity.

[@kilanspeaks]

Thank you for the appreciation but Bali is not a country. You’ve been to Bali and not even one you learned this? Never saw the stamp on your passport?

[@paulnicolaparua300]

Such great dancers. It's unimaginable how they were able to memorize the steps of this dance. Their eyes were also sychronized. Such great talents. Greetings from the Philippines! 💖

[@RF3seeker]

The richness in culture is amazing to see thanks youtube

[@yeongkarsoon481]

The level of musical artistry is fire 🔥🔥.. It's hard to remember those steps and counts else one would be obvious made mitsake. The instruments too playing theirs dynamic perfectly to accompany dancers.

[@jarniwoop]

I love gamelan music. It is so intricate. There is obviously a story here. I wish I knew the details.

[@bernardmarchal9062]

I will explain it shortly in the description

[@VanessaDownen]

I love this music, I didn't know it existed. Now that I hear it, it feels right. Like it's so beautiful and peaceful. Such a unique sound.

[@stomybugsy12]

I saw this traditional dance at the g20 in Bali, and I was super impressed... WOW what a beautiful culture and tradition. Respect.

[@rickfromhell]

One really amazing thing about people is we have a unique ability to make everything we do feel very purposeful & beautiful. This is so beautiful & ornate & graceful. Thanks for sharing.

[@otisotis5869]

I am just freaking captivated by the incredible dancing,The hand movements,The eye movement, how everything is in sync with the music or vice versa it's just beautiful incredibly beautiful!

[@inkedleo]

I love seeing and learning about how other cultures interpret stories and how they tell them. This is beautiful ❤

[@TheJohnnybegood1]

These dancers are so skilled, beautifully performed. A joy to watch.

[@JR-iw8du]

Absolutely incredible to watch ... elegant and beautiful in total sync. The one thing I noticed they seem to breathe through their noses, didn't see the girls open their mouths to take a breath.... amazing.

[@Alfredo-xw5ek]

que viaje!!!!...gracias por subirlo y suban más...siiiii

[@pablito8568]

I love original Indonesian culture 💙

[@claudinedeviche3586]

Tout simplement magnifique. Bravo aux danseuses et au cinéaste.

[@deborahannehart6788]

This was one of the weirdest things I have ever seen, and also heard, in my entire life!! Although I must say I was riveted to watching it, as beyond the realm as it was, and watched all the long way to the end. That being said, the hand movements, as unhuman as they were, must be incredibly hard to master, and also the the memorization of something that incredibly long!!!

[@irwan7770]

Welcome to Bali Indonesia

[@ВикторДавыдов-т3я]

Я не любитель народного фольклора, но от этого номера я в восторге. Эмоциональный танец и музыка максимально необычная. I am not a fan of folklore, but I am delighted with this number. Emotional dance and music as unusual as possible 👍👍👍

[@jameskennedy721]

What ever prizes are given out - awards - these two deserve huge acclaim . Superb in every way .

[@Tvee809]

They look like dolls, beautiful ones. The dancing is mesmerizing.

[@garyi.2954]

Gamelan Gong Kebyar and fascinating Balinese dance = sublime elegance.

[@FrostRare]

There is no spoken lyrics. The lyrics are on her fingers and eyes -Finger articulation -Eye articulation -Neck and head isolation -Balancing of delicate consume and head ornaments -Manipulation of fan -Leg and core strength (harder than it looks) -toe articulation -maintaining facial expression -REMAINING IN PERFECT SYNCH WITH PARTNER -memorizing this exceedingly long and complex choreography And more

[@SayHelloToOblivion]

There was a scene in Sinbad where a stone statue with multiple arms danced like this. It was absolute nightmare fuel for me as a young child. I can’t seem to shake that memory. It actually makes it hard for me to enjoy this, sadly. I do appreciate these dancers’ skill and the beautiful costumes.

[@alpines8099]

Oh the Kaali statue, yeah it was kinda horryfing but on the bright side you can search some balinese dance with different music, maybe this one brings u the bad memory, try another tune!

[@dorothy792]

Its all rather bizarre and nightmarish. Probably like the gods they have.

[@LànhNguyễn-w8b]

Đó là tượng nữ thần kali bị điều khiển bởi lọ thuốc của ông ta😅sinbad

[@Sshooter444]

You are thinking about The Thief of Baghdad (1940)

[@LuizWEB67]

I was fascinated with the performance of dancer Nitha Suwitri, it was really fantastic, that artist.

[@annmcclure8378]

My trip to Bali, over thirty years ago, totally changed my life. Thanks for the upload!

[@bsubhajit]

A lot of ancient Indian dance forms influence can be seen in this dance. As an Indian I appreciate their beautiful culture and art. 🙏

[@rice6497]

India is very very very old and it brings hinduism to Indonesia

[@devekut2]

You're not Indian.

[@MrMaike3009]

Bruh , can't you enjoy another nationality's culture without needing to insult them and act like your own culture created theirs. Putting a claim on anything that's even slightly similar even if it's by chance , Are you trying to be the next china ?

[@melslefttoe6434]

@@MrMaike3009 in what way were thry insultimg balinese culture? all they said is the indian influence can be seen in the dance. It is factual that Indonesian culture and southeast asia in general was heavily influenced by india

[@bsubhajit]

@@MrMaike3009 Don't you know Balinese also follow Hindu culture. So there will be similarities. That's obvious. Where did I insult?

[@theresereyes1418]

woah this is so captivating, their little head bobs and precise eye movements...wow! First time seeing this type of dance

[@putthecotdown]

Wow, the music really allows you to take a step back and observe the dancers, both interesting and difficult. This must need a lot of rehearsals to synchronise dancers and musicians who remember every little detail by heart.

[@gabe687]

I've never seen this before, and I loved it, the costumes, the dancing, the sounds, really great.

[@irwan7770]

One day are must visit to Bali Indonesia

[@javimolina01]

FASCINATING!! AND WITH THE SOUND OF THOSE INSTRUMENTS GET YOU SO ENTRANCING .. ❤

[@chaitanyakhedekar4480]

I've seen such a beautiful and unique visualisation of Kāmadahana by Mahādeva for the first time. Such important occurrences and portrayals of the Sanātana Hindu kathās still being upheld with grace and pride in an classical authentic form simply is incredible! May Mahādeva's blessings be unto all these fantastic artistes regaling in his pastimes 🙏🏼❤️ Śaṁbhō Śaṁbhō 🔱✨📿

[@ZAGURA-qo6zy]

Это что типо Шива и Кришна были?

[@pourainy]

First time I saw this move. I thought it was scared me, but now I think it is so amazing. Like how they practicing. It’s so hard to move every part of body at the same time. Genius 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@adriennebrailsford6291]

I’ve seen small snippets of dancers teaching small girls, with heavy heavy focus on the detailed tiny movements of course. So technical so beautiful

[@shirleyw.6783]

Those beautiful ladies are magnificent dancers. Love the performance 👍🏽💙💃🏽💃🏽

[@vidyaranirao6432]

Beautiful dance drama. Love their costumes very rich and intricate embroidery with beautiful head dress.

[@elizabethsmith1278]

🤩BEAUTIFUL!!!🥰 Thanks for sharing this WONDER with us.

[@bernardmarchal9062]

Thank you.

[@rollinwrench6298]

I hope the Balinese never loose these dances and traditions! So amazing to see in person! Thanks for sharing!

[@karolinakv]

I love KZbin for giving different kind of videos to the feed. Happy to run into this! 🌞 Beautiful, fascinating and a little bit spooky at the same time.

[@prinirwoto4155]

Kekayaan Nusantaŕa,kesenian daerah/tradisional ini yg perlu kita jaga&lestarikan.👍terimakasih.

[@chrisbean]

😮 The eyes, the hands and fingers, perfectly in sync, music made by a few instruments... Makes this dance all the more mystical.

[@despachoasesoriapenal9051]

Que sonidos tan hermosos, lasseñorktss muy bellas su ropa de maravilla, el escenario todo está perfecto.Felicidades y mil gracias por compartir. Besos

[@e_xtazzy]

Thanks for documenting our tradition…

[@huntermoon6220]

Flashback for me something in my past life about embodying one of these dancers 💃

[@reginaldredmond7501]

The combination of grace & beauty entisess the mind in storytelling 😍😍

[@harenrussel]

Synchronicity city Arizona lol 🤣 impressive choreography dance. I love it 💜🌼🌹🙏🐈

[@talim67]

What a rich and intricate dance, they dance with every part of their body

[@dominiqueprice3304]

This is goergeous first and foremost. But also funny because their eye and head movements just made me think of two fabulous ladies throwing side and shade😂🤣😂

[@irwan7770]

One day are you must visit to Bali Indonesia

[@heidihughes7013]

The movements are just so hypnotic with a touch of not seeming real or possible to do it. I've always been fascinated by their style of dance.

[@spacetaco048]

Who would have thought that World Music class would have come in handy so soon :O Good thing I kept my book lol I believe this is called "Gamelan Gong Kebyar" and it comes from Bali, Indonesia.

[@davidlee8406]

This culture incorporated lock and pop technique generations ago, way ahead of its time.

[@eavening4149]

Or, to be more accurate, Pop and Lock dance style must have been inspired or informed by Balineese and similar dance styles.

[@gretagoose]

i really enjoy the way eye movement is incorporated into the dance 😁

[@Moodboard39]

They just sitting there moving lol

[@priyanshupokhriyal1677]

Me too!

[@irwan7770]

One day are you must visit to Bali Indonesia

[@amberonenonly]

Its amazing that they're able to memorize all of that. I love the one on the lefts expressions 🥰

[@realtopicnow]

Amazing dance in paradise

[@moniuthanh]

I am truly amazed by this dancing . I have watched this Legong dance by many different platforms and it really charming to me ❤ Wish one day i could have a chance to experience myself

[@ahmadyoung1732]

So many types of legong dance ,different movements & costumes, The new creation of legong dance is legong mahawidya , have you watched it on KZbin ?

[@walterajimenez9466]

absolutely beautiful and so mesmerizing. The dancers are so beautiful and the choreography is stunning.

[@CaptPolybius]

Wow that 16 minutes flew by fast. Beautiful performance.

[@heckers]

everything about this is wow the outfits, the movements, the music, super cool

[@kapamilyatalks5420]

Watching here from Manila!

[@thefrostyslime]

My god... the complete control they have over every inch of their bodies is INSANE!

[@kansasgirl73]

I would love to see a TV show where all the contestants dance in their own Homeland style dance. That would be so cool.

[@russofeel]

40 years ago I 'discovered' Bali as an optional stop over from NZ to London. I stayed, coincidentally, in Peliatan for a week, and will look back on that as one of the most perfect times in my life. This dancing brought it all back to me, plus the pitch black walk back to my 'homestay' in the warmth, accompanied by fireflies, the smell of frangipani and the sound of distant gamelans and barking dogs. I was charmed then - and remain so.

[@rakai_pikatan99]

🙏🙏

[@4u2nv87]

Beautiful and spooky at the same time I love it 👍

[@Kokum11]

Thank you very much for sharing. I’ve never seen dancing or heard music like this before, I loved it. 👏🙏

[@dimasuchoas]

Congratulations on your wonderful work. Please keep it up.

[@truthseeker000000]

Indonesia is a nation of many different ethnic groups. The one with the most beautiful traditions and culture o all the ethnic groups? The Hindu Balinese. The Balinese are the most original of all the ethnic groups, including the dominant Javanese and Sumatrans. They are the only ones that have remained Hindu. What a beautiful and unique culture and religious tradition.😍❤👍👍

[@Sara-hc8kr]

You guys are totally amazing I love you from a Dutch indonesian lover from bham... knew 2 amazing indobesian family's abd a amazing g beautiful indonesian woman who I look like from Alkmaar...

[@dalma76]

Wow, your skill is completely art.

[@karinashannenbiaga8006]

What an intricate and beautiful art of dance!

[@Tyerone1337]

Wow this is amazing! Other cultures are beautiful

[@chefntoast]

I got to see something similar to this when I was in Bali, as well as the shadow theater in Jakarta , hearing thay music as a young kid really hit me, I was entranced.. hearing it again... i love it

[@gordonrumore8938]

I wanted something rare, sophisticated and refreshing. This did not disappoint!

[@andrewvillafuerte5590]

For a moment, I thought that they were midgets until I realized that they were seated. Great dance and a great representation of Balinese culture. Greetings from the Philippines 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@victoriatampling5049]

Hi Andrew, so did I 😏🤣🌹🇬🇧

[@charcat1571]

@@derbdep In this case, specifically, The Little People of America issued a statement asking to be called a person (or people) with dwarfism.

[@hubbahubba502]

I did too Andrew 😳

[@poppymoon777]

😂😂

[@KimAhrina11]

@@derbdep you're great deb, I like that some pinoy always tell their own each other/correct whatever there's misleading/something. So critical 👍

[@partyrocky]

the costuming is absolutely amazing! a simple silhouette yet so complex and intricate

[@along5925]

Amazing! I've watched this a number of times. I love it...

[@coreytraversie2525]

I am transported to another time. Thank you for posting. This stuff is Hella OG and just gorgeous. Thank you for your help preserving culture.

[@irwan7770]

Welcome to Bali Indonesia 😊😊😊

[@borislavgorlukovich8960]

I couldn’t stop my self from crying, it’s so beautiful 😅

[@ahmadyoung1732]

Too beautiful, you have to watch this kind of dance in person in Bali indonesia

[@donnavorce8856]

So many amazing things going on in this old world! Thanks for posting. Will see if I can find a radio station in Bali on radiogarden tonight.

[@florimar64]

Qué sincronía y belleza de danza, espectacular!!👏👏👏👏👏😘❤️

[@lauracarrillo2983]

Belleza de danza?? Pero si dan un buen de miedo !!

[@magicigconito3134]

the fan movement is astonishing, almost like butterflies dancing

[@irwan7770]

Welcome to Bali Indonesia

[@giselletdc1871]

Fascinating and beautiful!😍

[@sunnydaysatl]

Not sure how I got here, but this is amazing

[@irwan7770]

Welcome to Bali Indonesia

[@gigachad9069]

Bali is the most beautiful peaceful place I've ever seen in the world.😭

[@irmakharisma2198]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful video sir, I really appreciate that

[@jacquelineholts4801]

Excellent job 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️