Ms Mulyani

Head of Ngesti Laras Foundation Ibu Mulyani, recognised the potential of bundengan as a traditional and eye-catching instrument unique to Wonosobo. Bu Mul, as she is known, encouraged the commissioning of 20 bundengan instruments for the school where she teaches, as well as inviting local musicians to join her in learning the basics of bundengan from master musician Pak Munir. In addition to being a passionate teacher and choreographer of events featuring bundengan, Bu Mul is a well-connected advocate of the instrument who has successfully organised bundengan workshops and events in Wonosobo and the surrounding area.