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Bali: Balinese Music of Lombok

Various Artists
Bali: Balinese Music of Lombok Easily overlooked for its tourist-destination neighbor, the Indonesian island of Lombok lies about twenty miles east of Bali. Hindu Balinese make up a very small minority population in Lombok, with cultural expressions that have greatly diverged from those in Bali. The music preserves some elements of ancient Balinese traditions and religion but also incorporates influences from the Lombok Islamic majority.

This album focuses on the religious and ceremonial context of the songs, illustrated through use of the gamelan, an ensemble with bronze percussion, flute, and hand drums. Some selections include voice, combining languages of Java, Bali, and the Sasak majority ethnic group in Lombok and solo performances, such as the preretdouble-reed oboe. The liner notes provide a brief introduction to the music and commentary about each selection on the recording.

Track Listing

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Sekaha Gong Budisatu
16:56
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102
Sekaha Angklung Murni
03:05
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103
Sekaha Angklung Murni
02:20
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104
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03:45
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105
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08:55
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106
Sekaha Mudita Sahanti
13:16
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107
Sekaha Pegasangsangan Tanah Haji
03:40
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108
I Kadek Sarwa
02:33
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109
Sekaha Cakepung Tri Adnyana Atemahan Tunggal
06:22