Gamelan is a traditional Indonesian performing art. It is an ensemble music that is rooted in Java and Bali, characterized by the use of metal percussion instruments as its main instrument.
Metal instruments, which are more expensive than wood or bamboo, are said to be easy to maintain and less prone to mold and mildew, even in Indonesia's hot and humid climate.
1949After gaining independence from the Netherlands in 1949, Indonesia, which is made up of a diverse collection of cultures and ethnic groups, has been a major artistic force for the country.1Gamelan was encouraged as one of the most popular forms of music.
Gamelan is popular among tourists, but it is also familiar music to Indonesian citizens, as it is broadcast on the radio.
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