Ndag Surye (sunrise) features the raw new sounds of Tripittaka’s gumbyung ensemble, which first appeared in a different configuration on the 2016 release Nong Cret. The ensemble has since been rebuilt from the ground up in order to handle the energy of its new personnel—a small army of some of Munduk’s finest musical youth. Many of the instruments are now larger and louder, while others have been outfitted with small kulkul used to create crackling rhythmic textures unheard of in other similar ensembles. The album includes a selection of music composed by I Made Terip and his sons I Komang Kosil and I Ketut Cenik, who have reinvigorated the local scene by encouraging young musicians to take over. The result is energetic and melodic textures that advance an established family legacy as well as Munduk’s already celebrated and singular sound.
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released June 27, 2020
Recorded on August 29, 2018 in Desa Muduk, Kec. Banjar, Kab. Buleleng, Bali by Jonathan Adams, I Putu Arya Deva Surya Negar, Ni Made Ayu Dwi Sattvitri.
A testimony of what an amazing Sanggar (arts community) the late I Made Subandi (r.i.p.) has created with Ceraken. This should be on any new music enthusiast's radar. Laurent Kolam Indah
I was so obsessed with this piece that I transcribed the whole thing and analysed it here: https://ses.library.usyd.edu.au/handle/2123/22218 Oscar Smith
A student at University ISI Denpasar attended rehearsals and ceremonies to capture the most authentic sound of the Balinese Gamelan. Bandcamp New & Notable Apr 2, 2024
An exuberant contemporary rendering of Traditional Gamelan music; all proceeds go forward developing Balinese culture and artists. Bandcamp New & Notable Feb 23, 2022
Exceptional compositions, label and project. If you care about gamelan and music in Bali and want to go beyond the classic ethnomusicological recordings, look no further than Insitu. Laurent Kolam Indah