Musician & Bamboo Instrument Builder
Rizal, a multi-talented musician, instrument builder, and social activist from West Java, Indonesia, blends folk, rock, reggae, and blues with ethnic rhythms to create impactful music. Dedicated to fostering social change and promoting creativity, he crafts unique instruments like the Rasendriya, fusing guitar, didgeridoo, and celempung. His latest innovation is the Bamboo Lapsteel Guitar & Strings. Since 2008, Rizal has toured Indonesia extensively, performing at major festivals and collaborating with renowned musicians. Internationally, he has showcased his talents at festivals across the globe and played in front of world leaders at prestigious events like the G20 SUMMIT. His TEDx Ubud performance earned global recognition, and he has been honored as a Bali Inspirator and a Global Youth Hero.