Kolintang Symbolic Construction of The Union Odd Numbers (Three) in Socio-cultural Meaning of Minahasa Community by Glenie Latuni, Jultje Rattu, Ambrose Loho, Sam Saroinsong, Marlyn Windewani

“…This symbolisation can be seen in the construction of Kolintang instruments using three wooden sticks (Teken) singing Tatembaken, the use of three-wood Kolintang in Waleposan, and traditional modes/scales such as (1 - 2 - 3) as well as the use of three wood in modern Kolintang Music Accompaniment called Wooden Kolintang Music Ensemble (AMKK). In conclusion, the construction of Kolintang music is a form of symbolisation of the Unification of the number three in the social and cultural life of the Minahasa people.…”
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