In the spotlight of netizens, the figure of Princess Ariani has become a hot topic of conversation after her impressive appearance at the auditions for the 18th season of America’s Got Talent (AGT). Putri managed to steal the show and get a golden buzzer from Simon Cowell, bringing her straight to the semifinals of AGT 2023.
Behind her golden voice, Putri Ariani is a 17-year-old student who is in class XI at SMK Negeri 2 Kasihan, Bantul. This school has a reputation that is no less impressive, also known as the Yogyakarta Music Middle School (SMM).
Not only her skills in singing are stunning, but Putri’s personality also deserves appreciation. Agus Suranto, Head of SMKN 2 Kasihan, proudly revealed that Putri is the only student with a disability in her batch. Even though there are only two students with disabilities at the school, Putri proves that limitations are not a barrier to achieving dreams.
A Multi-Talented Humble Person
In this school, they require students to choose one main instrument. However, unlike most schools, SMKN 2 Kasihan gives students the freedom to explore their talents in various fields. This is a space for Putri to develop herself in various aspects of art.
As a flute player in an orchestra group, Putri is not just trapped in the spotlight as a star overnight. He remains humble and never feels superior to his friends at school, even though he has achieved brilliant achievements at the national level.
His album entitled “Seeing with Your Heart”, which was released on October 16 2020, has successfully enlivened the country’s music scene. If we type her name on YouTube, there are countless videos documenting Putri’s works and career.
However, behind her success, Putri still faces various challenges. According to him, the biggest challenge is the perception of other people who only see him as a blind person, not as a musician who can amaze. However, Putri never gave up, even fighting for the big dream in her heart.
Putri’s dream never stops burning. At the America’s Got Talent audition, Putri presented an extraordinary song of her own making, impressing Simon and asking him to perform a second song.
Through her participation in this competition, Putri hopes to continue her education at the Juilliard School, a leading arts institution in New York, United States of America. Her big dream is to become the greatest diva in the world like the inspirational figure of Whitney Houston and get the prestigious Grammy award.
Bantul, A Regency with Talented Artists and Craftsmen
Putri Ariani is just one example of the millions of talents that have emerged from Bantul. This regency which is located in Yogyakarta Province has proven to be a fertile place to give birth to talented artists who can make Indonesia proud on the international stage.
With facilities and a supportive environment, schools in Bantul are talent pools that give birth to musicians, dancers, painters and other multi-disciplinary artists with extraordinary abilities. Bantul is an oasis for those who long for space to express unlimited creativity.
Not only producing talented artists, Bantul has also produced craftsmen who are proficient in traditional handicrafts. With their skills honed from generation to generation, their works have succeeded in penetrating the international market and bringing pride to the homeland.
Through Putri Ariani’s journey and other inspirational stories, Bantul proves that cultural diversity and artistic wealth are priceless treasures.