Talempong - Traditional Music: A Review
Talempong is a free Android application developed by Sabaleh Pro. It is a multimedia app in the Music & Radio subcategory. As its name suggests, this app focuses on the traditional music of the Minangkabau people of West Sumatra, Indonesia.
The app is centered around the talempong, a small kettle gong that is part of an ensemble of four or five talempong, as well as other gongs and drums. The app offers a static texture of interlocking rhythms, which is perfect for those who want to learn or experience traditional music. The app includes both traditional and modern music, and it has been used in experimental gamelan pieces composed at Sekolah Tinggi Seni Indonesia Surakarta, which has West Sumatran instructors and students.
Overall, Talempong is an excellent app for anyone interested in traditional music. It is easy to use, and it offers a unique and authentic experience of the music of the Minangkabau people. The app is also free, making it accessible to anyone who wants to experience traditional music on their Android device.
