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∙ 9y agoGamelan is a generic term for the traditional music played by the orchestras of Java and Bali. This music is largely created by percussive instruments.
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What is the basic function of vocal music in gamelan music?
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What does gamelan music actually mean?
Gamelan music is a type of music which is performed by indonesia/bali and java. Gamelan music is believed to contact the spirits.
What are the two kinds of scale pattern use in Indonesian music?
Gamelan music is the traditional music ensemble of Indonesia. Gamelan music has two scales: slendro and pelog.
What is the gamelan?
gamelan is a type of music originated in Indonesia.
Does Gamelan music have an ostinato?
Yes. The melody in Gamelan music is repeated. The meaning of an ostinato is a continually repeated musical rhythm. So Gamelan music does have an ostinato.
Who played the gamelan music?
The people of Bali and Java originally played the gamelan music.
How did people in Java learn how to play gamelan music?
The people of Java learn gamelan music as an oral tradition. The first gamelan was played as a way to send messages to the gods. After the introduction of Catholisism to Java, Gamelan music was used in services to some extent.
How old is gamelan music?
gamelan music is about 10,000 centuries old NOT i have no idea how old it is loll
Who was the gamelan music composed by?
The people of Bali and Java originally played the gamelan music.
What has the author Martopangrawit written?
Martopangrawit has written: 'Catatan pengetahuan karawitan' -- subject(s): Gamelan, History and criticism, Music 'Pengetahuan karawitan' -- subject(s): Music, Gamelan, History and criticism, Gamelan music
When would you hear Gamelan music?
Gamelan music would be heard in occasions such as Marriages, Birth, Death and religious festivals.
What is gamelan music like?
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