Let’s Recall -Module 1- Page 7

1. What is gamelan?
Gamelan is the traditional ensemble music of the Javanese,
Sundanese and Balinese peoples of Indonesia, made up
predominantly of the Percussive instruments.

2. What are the characteristics of gamelan music?

There are two different scale system used in Balinese gamelan:
slendro and pelog.

3. How is music significant to the lives of the Indonesians?

The music of Indonesia demonstrates its cultural diversity and the
local musical creativity.

Let’s Explain- Page 8

Make a comparison and contrast of Indonesian gamelan orchestra and
the Philippine Palabunibunyan musical instruments In terms of tuning
system, physical appearance, playing style, and functions. Write your
answer using Venn Diagram.
Philippine
Palabunibun
Indonesian
yan
Gamelan
It is an Orchestra
ensemble The tuning
The
with varied system of the
two are almost traditional
gongs in
orchestra
different the same
consists of
sizes and The people do pitched
pitches, some it for percussion
are laid in a ceremonies. instruments
row and
Most of the of
some are
musician are metallophon
hanged in a
male. es,membrano
gong stand.
phones,
Drums are
gongs and
also part of
spike fiddles.
the group.
It also
Let’s Connect -Page 8

The traditional music of Indonesia, Philippines, and Thailand has

similarities in terms of characteristics and styles. Write down three
major similarities and make a generalization of your answer.

Characteristic/style 1: Traditional and folk music

Characteristic/style 2: Mostly percussion instruments
Characteristic/style 3: The music and instruments are played by groups.

Generalization: Indonesian, Philippine, and Thailand music are similar

with both the sound quality and the unique designs. These instruments
are usually played on ceremonies.

Reflection Page 10
1. I learned that the Gamelan music are very important to Indonesians
and they are respected by everyone. Gamelan is also the most
popular and well-known music.

2. I value Indonesian music because it demonstrates its cultural

diversity. Indonesian music like gamelan can also be used as
prayers or for entertainment of people.