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Music of Indonesia, Vol. 12: Gongs and Vocal Music from Sumatra

Various Artists
Music of Indonesia, Vol. 12: Gongs and Vocal Music from Sumatra Melodic gong ensembles and male singing with percussion are found throughout Sumatra. Two of each are heard here: West Sumatran talempong (in two contrasting forms): kulintang from Lampung, at the southern end of the island; the choral didong songs of the Gayo in Aceh; and Salawat dulang, competitive duet singing from west Sumatra that surprisingly uses popular songs as a vehicle for commenting on points of Islamic doctrine. 73 minutes. "Part of a monumental and enjoyable series....Documents gong music that has riffs as concise and propulsive as dance tracks." — New York Times

Track Listing

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Sidi Talempong Pariangan Padang Panjang 04:18
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Talipuak Kampai Talempong Sikatuntuang Bunga Setangkai 03:07
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Pararakan Kuntu Talempong Unggan 05:11
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Ramo-ramo Tabang Tinggi Talempong Unggan 04:59
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Kutalu-talu Grup Kala Laut 09:52
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Lumut Grup Sinar Pagi 05:16
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Munalo Grup Kala Laut 04:53
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Tabuh Kenilu Sawik Group from Labuhan Maringgai 04:17
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Tabuh Cetik Group from Labuhan Maringgai 01:06
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Tabuh Samang Ngembuk Group from Labuhan Maringgai 00:52
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Tabuh Balau Serattau Group from Labuhan Maringgai 07:17
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Tanggak Salawat Dulang Kilek Barapi 22:29