I am an Indonesian musician, composer, and educator specializing in karawitan, composition, and cultural event management. I work across performance, research, and pedagogy, guided by a creative philosophy that art is an intergenerational bridge. I am deeply exploring the psychological dimensions of music and art, emphasizing creativity, process, and cultural continuity, and I actively seek ways to connect traditional arts with contemporary practice.

Totti Wahyu Bathara

I am an Indonesian musician, composer, and educator specializing in karawitan, composition, and cultural event management. I work across performance, research, and pedagogy, guided by a creative philosophy that art is an intergenerational bridge. I am deeply exploring the psychological dimensions of music and art, emphasizing creativity, process, and cultural continuity, and I actively seek ways to connect traditional arts with contemporary practice.

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I am an Indonesian musician, composer, and educator specializing in karawitan, composition, and cultural event management. I work across performance, research, and pedagogy, guided by a creative philosophy that art is an intergenerational bridge.

I am deeply exploring the psychological dimensions of music and art, emphasizing creativity, process, and cultural continuity, and I actively seek ways to connect traditional arts with contemporary practice.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Founder & Artistic Director at Sanggar Cakra Aji
January 1, 2020 - Present
Led artistic direction, organized annual Sanggar Cakra Aji festivals (2022–2025), and mentored young musicians; promoted cultural continuity and encouraged youth participation in traditional arts.
Traditional Music Instructor (Karawitan) at Sanggar Cakra Aji & Schools (SD –SMA)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Teach and guide students from beginner to professional level; Achievements include inspiring many to pursue higher arts education, guiding students to Lokovasia National Event (2024), and securing consistent competition nominations; proven ability to engage children and young learners, cultivating both artistic skill and cultural appreciation.
Freelance Composer & Arranger at Self-Employed (Freelance)
January 1, 2019 - Present
Develop original works across traditional, contemporary, and experimental contexts. Focus on conceptual exploration, process-based creation, and intergenerational dialogue within the broader discipline of composition. Works presented in concerts, festivals, academic forums, and interdisciplinary collaborations.
Event Organizer & Coordinator at Sanggar Cakra Aji – Annual Events
January 1, 2022 - Present
Managed program design, performance coordination, and logistics for recurring community-based events.
Guest Speaker at National Seminar “Seni Tradisi & Teknologi Digital” – STKW Surabaya
January 13, 2025 - Present
Delivered a presentation on the integration of traditional arts and digital technology in contemporary practice.
Freelance Composer & Arranger at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Develop original works across traditional, contemporary, and experimental contexts. Focus on conceptual exploration, process-based creation, and intergenerational dialogue within the broader discipline of composition.
Event Organizer & Coordinator at Sanggar Cakra Aji Annual Events
January 1, 2022 - Present
Managed program design, performance coordination, and logistics for recurring community-based events.

Education

Master of Arts – Music Creation at Institut Seni Indonesia Surakarta
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts (S.Sn) at Institut Seni Indonesia Surakarta
August 1, 2018 - October 14, 2022
Master of Arts at Institut Seni Indonesia Surakarta
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts (S.Sn) at Institut Seni Indonesia Surakarta
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other