Structuration Study: Agency’s Role in Changing the Socio-Cultural Structure of Krumpyung Art Supporting Community in Kulon Progo

This study aims to examine the agency's role in changing the sociocultural structure of Krumpyung art supporting the community in Kulon Progo. This is qualitative research conducted in Mr. Sumitro's residence and Seneng Seni studio in Hargowilis, Kokap District, Kulon Progo Regency. The research subjects were Mr. Sumitro's children as well as several Krumpyung artists. The data collection techniques involved observations, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis techniques in this study were data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing, which were sharpened using Anthony Giddens' structuration theory. The findings show that prior to 1973, Hargowilis villagers were still fond of the Javanese gamelan. However, starting from that year, there was a change in the sociocultural structure, initiated by an agency, in this case, Mr. Sumitro, resulting in a shift in the community's support to Krumpyung art as the primary attraction of the village. The role of Mr. Sumitro is dominant in developing and disseminating Krumpyung art in the village. Mr. Sumitro argues that Krumpyung is an alternative art. The artists are not allowed to jump over the Krumpyung instruments and they are obliged to take care of their respective instruments. Krumpyung art was ultimately established as the main attraction of Kulon Progo in 2014 by Regent Dr. Hasto Wardoyo, Sp.OG(K).