Study of Hadrah, Rebana, and Nasyid: A Review of Islamic Culture Through Lampung Artistic Expressions

Abstract

This study examines Hadrah, Rebana, and Nasyid as forms of Islamic artistic expression in Lampung Province from the perspective of Islamic culture and cultural da'wah. These art forms function not only as religious entertainment but also as a medium for spiritual development, moral education, and the strengthening of Islamic identity within the local Muslim community. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach through library research, this study analyzes ten selected academic sources consisting of nationally accredited journals and relevant scholarly articles related to Islamic arts, local culture, and the process of Islamization in Nusantara. Data were collected through documentation techniques and analyzed using content analysis to identify patterns of cultural acculturation, religious values, and social functions embedded in these artistic traditions. The findings reveal that Hadrah, Rebana, and Nasyid are products of a creative acculturation process between universal Islamic teachings and local Lampung traditions, resulting in inclusive and contextual forms of cultural Islamization. While Hadrah and Rebana remain closely associated with ritual and communal religious practices, Nasyid demonstrates a higher level of adaptability to modern musical forms, enabling it to engage younger generations more effectively. This study highlights the novelty of viewing these three art forms integratively as instruments of cultural da'wah, moral education, and identity preservation amid the challenges of globalization. The research contributes to the discourse on Islamic arts by emphasizing the importance of innovation, documentation, and cultural revitalization to ensure the sustainability of local Islamic artistic heritage.