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Gamelan closer view playing Jegog

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Gamelan closer view playing Jegog

Jegog is a form of gamelan bamboo music indigenous to Bali, played on instruments made of bamboo. The tradition of Jegog is centered in Jembrana, a region in Western Bali.

The music is provided by the Gamelan Joged Bumbung, an ensemble of bamboo instruments, known for its unique and melodic sound.

And Joged Bumbung is a traditional Balinese social dance that is lively and participatory, often involving a female dancer inviting male guests from the audience to dance with her. It's characterized by its lighthearted, flirtatious, and sometimes even sensual movements, and it's typically performed at social events like weddings, birthdays, and village gatherings. The dance is accompanied by a bamboo gamelan ensemble called a Gamelan Joged Bumbung.