Sunday, May 16, 2010
Talempong is a typical percussion instruments Minangkabau ethnic group. The shape is almost the same as in the device bonang gamelan instruments. Talempong can be made of brass, but some are made of wood and stone. Currently Talempong of brass type is more widely used. This Talempong circular holes on the bottom while at the top there is a prominent traffic circle two inches in diameter as a place to hit. Talempong has a different tone. The sound generated from a pair of wood slapped on its surface.
Talempong usually used to accompany dance performances or welcoming, like a typical dish Dance, Dance Pasambahan, and Dance Waves. Talempong also used to sing the music to welcome a special guest. It takes foresight Talempong memainkanya pranada DO ladder starts with and ends with SI. Talempong accompanied by a similar chord memainkanya way by playing piano.