The Rindik is made from Bamboo cut to various lengths, each providing a different tone and creating a light and airy sound that I hear on my walks along the beach. One resort has these guys tapping away close to the edge of the property so I popped in. They liked that I was interested, listening, watching and sketching. It is said that playing the Rindik will enable you to find balance between the left and right side of your brain. As a material, bamboo is readily available and inexpensive in Bali, allowing practically any musician to own an instrument and play. Bamboo Gamelans are a large part of Balinese folk tradition, and most musicians are not professionals. Their participation is about their contribution to the community and the joy of music making.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Gamelan Rindik
The Rindik is made from Bamboo cut to various lengths, each providing a different tone and creating a light and airy sound that I hear on my walks along the beach. One resort has these guys tapping away close to the edge of the property so I popped in. They liked that I was interested, listening, watching and sketching. It is said that playing the Rindik will enable you to find balance between the left and right side of your brain. As a material, bamboo is readily available and inexpensive in Bali, allowing practically any musician to own an instrument and play. Bamboo Gamelans are a large part of Balinese folk tradition, and most musicians are not professionals. Their participation is about their contribution to the community and the joy of music making.
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4 comments:
OOOOh YES! I LOVE these...Their sounds really do allow you to fly away on the breezes! :) Nice post!
I love that I get a lesson in the culture as well as great art when I visit here, Jennifer. This is beautiful. I can hear the sounds as I read this.
I have a soft spot for making music so I like to hear other cultures see the same value and experience the same feelings. I also love how you immerse yourself in wherever you are, America or abroad, and your style.
Oh I bet they make lovely music too!
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