Reading and singing written in the Balinese alphabet on Palmyra leaf or lontar seem to be firmly grounded and brings spiritual calmness. The chorus groups which sing literally (sastra) verse, known as nyastra, have rapidly flourished on this island which shown by established many groups called “Seka Santhi” come from various site in Bali.

These kind activities also flourished on TV broadcasting “Interactive Kidung”, whereby the TV public can hear Balinese song with greater attractiveness than of the TV program. In addition, radio broadcasts through out Bali transmit similar programs from the morning hours until late night. Consequently, the Balinese atmosphere is full of magical sounds coming from literature lovers bringing peaceful thought and satisfied listeners during the airing of “Gita Shanti” . gita = song.

Members of Sekaa Pesantian (Chorus Groups) have accrued more self-confidence when airing various spiritual songs during ceremonies both in the temple and the homes of the people arranging rituals. It is important to keep sustaining Balinese art and culture. In the other hand though this activities, it can good impact for the young generation to gain their love so it can flourish and sustain until next generation.

So it would be great it you purchase a souvenir in the form of lontar or a CD cassette of a chorus group as a souvenir of your visit to this Island of Thousand Temples.