Question

instrumental ensemble of malaysia​

Answer 1

Answer:

In East Malaysia, gong-based musical ensemble such as agung and kulintang are commonly used in ceremonies such as funerals and weddings. These ensembles are also common in neighbouring regions such as in the southern Philippines, Kalimantan in Indonesia and Brunei.

Answer 2

The most famous instrumental ensemble in Malaysia is Kertok and gong-based ones.

• Malaysian music can be divided into classical, folk, syncretic music, popular music, and modern art music.
• Kertok is a form of an instrumental ensemble(a musical group) performed using xylophones in a rhythmic and quick manner, widely used in traditional Malay functions.
• Agung and kulintang, two gong-based musical ensembles popular in East Malaysia, are also frequently utilised in rituals such as funerals and weddings.
• Gongs are metal discs that are flat and circular in shape and are often pounded with a mallet.
• Therefore, Kertok and gong-based instrumental ensembles can be considered the traditional touch of Malay music.