
(2) * Sunarto Sunarto

(3) Udi Utomo

*corresponding author
AbstractThis research aims to develop a culturally responsive liturgical music education model through a community-based approach in Indonesia. This research is motivated by the need for religious music learning that is able to bridge universal liturgical traditions with local cultural expressions. Using a qualitative approach, data were obtained through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and surveys of educators, congregations, and traditional musicians. The results of the study show that there are two main perceptions of the practice of inculturation of liturgical music: most educators and congregations consider inculturation to enrich faith, strengthen cultural identity, and improve social cohesion, while a small number are worried about the diminishing sacredness of the liturgy. Community involvement in repertoire selection, cross-generational collaboration, and active participation of congregations are key factors in building social legitimacy and sustainability of inculturation practices. This research contributes theoretically by affirming liturgical music as a space for identity construction and cultural dialogue, as well as practically through the development of flexible, inclusive, and contextual learning models. Thus, the inculturation of liturgical music can be a culturally responsive model of religious music education and potentially applied to other multicultural contexts in Indonesia.
KeywordsMusic Inculturation; Liturgy; Cultural Identity; Religious Music Education; Community
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