The Potential of Artists' Creativity in Producing Timorese Ethnic Juk Musical Instruments in Oekolo Village, North Central Timor Regency

Abstract

Juk music is a traditional musical instrument located on the island of Timor, East Nusa Tenggara Province with strumming techniques. The purpose of this study is to determine the process of making juk music and analyze the potential creativity of Timorese ethnic juk music craftsmen in Oekolo village. The type of research used is descriptive qualitative with a focus on ethnographic methods. Data collection is carried out by observation, interview and documentation techniques. The subjects of the study were four people who had potential skills in producing Timorese ethnic juk music. The results showed that 1) there is a fairly high and significant potential for creativity through the five stages of the juk making process 2) New innovations were found in the making materials, designs, sizes and complements of attractive accessories, without losing the form of authenticity. The basic material for making juk music is utilizing kapok wood and plywood.