YOGYAKARTA Gamelan is a traditional musical instrument from Indonesia consisting of various tools such as kendang, gong, bonang, and many more. In general, the way to play this gamelan is by being beaten. However, the technique of beating each kind of gamelan is different.
For example, kendang is played by being hit by hand. In contrast to the bonang, gong, or kenong that is beaten using a kind of stick. This article will provide further explanation about gamelan.
Before understanding how to play gamelan, it is necessary to understand that this tool is usually played in groups. In one group of gamelan players, there are several types of musical instruments, namely as follows.
Each tool is then played simultaneously to form a harmonious and complementary music. Each musical instrument in a gamelan has certain roles and techniques that the players must understand in order to produce the appropriate music strains.
After understanding the types of gamelan music, see how to play the gamelan below.
Gamelan is basically played in groups, which is filled with at least 10 people. Each person must play 10 games to form one musical instrument. Each player must sit before the gamelan. Don't forget to use the bat (stik) according to its designation because each tool has a different stick shape.
It must be noted that the way to play gamelan is with a notation adapted to each tool. The gamelan notation is different from the Western music notation. In gamelan, the notation used is in the form of letters. Each letter represents a different tone.
Gamelans are usually used for Javanese instruments or music such as campursari, dolanan songs, or music in shadow puppets. For beginners, it is recommended to choose a notation that is easy to play, namely a dolangan memorandum notation. The notage does not have a fast tempo and the notation is easy to follow.
After players prepare in each gamelan and notation have been distributed, players can start playing gamelan according to their technique and rhythm. The technique and rhythm of each gamelan is different so it is important to comply with the rules.
For example, the technique of hitting the pendang is with the palm of the hand. Ritme will be followed by other gamelan players.
In addition, gamelan players must be able to regulate the volume and tempo of the blow in order to form harmonization. Avoid playing the notation carelessly because it will damage the composition of the one team song.
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