YOGYAKARTA – On Friday (14/02/2025), a collaboration between Dompet Dhuafa through Dompet Dhuafa TV (DDTV) and famous musician Panji Sakti was successfully held in the charity event “Blind Concert” at Narawita Sanctuary Space, Yogyakarta. The event, which combines a unique music concept and a talk show, is one of a series of events to welcome the month of Ramadan in Tarhib Ramadan 1446 H Dompet Dhuafa Yogyakarta.
Tarhib Ramadan is a routine activity of Dompet Dhuafa in welcoming the month of Ramadan. This event is held specifically for programs prepared by Dompet Dhuafa Yogyakarta. The special appearance of Panji Sakti, who carries the concept of Blind Concert—watching a music performance using blindfolds—which can lead fans to reflect on themselves, preparing themselves to welcome the month of Ramadan.
This activity opened with a talk session presented by Dedi Fadlil as Marketing Manager of Dompet Dhuafa and Muhammad Zahron as Branch Manager of Dompet Dhuafa Yogyakarta. In addition, there was also a symbolic donation for Palestine given by Beramal Bersama to Dompet Dhuafa Yogyakarta.
“The Blind Concert has been held three times in three cities. The special one in Yogyakarta is indeed to welcome the month of Ramadan, with the concept of self-reflection to be much closer to the Creator through the work of Panji Sakti. In addition, we can remind them again to be able to share kindness in Indonesia and for our brothers in Palestine,” said Dedi Fadlil, Marketing Communications Manager.
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In the Panji Sakti performance, there are parts of some songs that invite the audience to close their eyes, this is where the Blind Concert concept is carried out. This is done so that the audience can focus more on digesting the lyrics of Panji Sakti’s work and can more deeply reflect on themselves.
“This is the first time I met Kang Panji Sakti, when participating in this event with the concept of a Blind Concert. Maybe this is one of the answers for people who are looking for answers throughout their lives. I myself have also been on a spiritual journey, and this event made me return to something that was lost in me. To welcome Ramadan 2025, I think it will be even more special, I really feel like I can reflect on myself this time. It’s very extraordinary that a social institution can collaborate with musicians,” said Muhammad Roqib Alhabib, one of the visitors.
This concept invites the audience to have a different experience, where the eyes are closed so that the senses of hearing and the heart become more sensitive to the message conveyed through music. In a solemn atmosphere, the song Panji Sakti will evoke feelings of gratitude, empathy, and the spirit of sharing, including caring for others.
Therefore, of the entire series of Tarhib Ramadan organized by DDTV and Dompet Dhuafa, Yogyakarta aims to welcome the month of Ramadan by increasing spiritual and social awareness, inviting the community to care more for others in need, including in Palestine. Collecting donations to support Dompet Dhuafa’s humanitarian programs, including those aimed at Palestine and presenting a unique and memorable concert experience, where music is a means of conveying a message of kindness and humanity.
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It is hoped that the Tarhib Ramadan event with the concept of a “Blind Concert” for humanity will be a good step in welcoming Ramadan. Let us make this holy month a momentum to increase care and solidarity for others, and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood. (Dompet Dhuafa)
Text and photos: Ayu Nadia, Dedi Fadlil
Editor: Dhika