Derived from the word “gamel” which means “to hit”, the Gamelan is a traditional Javanese instrument played in traditional Javanese gamelan performances. This collection of music is by an amazing Gamelan musician, Iyan Sunda, hailing from Java, Indonesia.
A producer and music arranger, Iyan has many original compositions and instrumental music creations. Music creations produced by Iyan music may sound dark and solemn, but there are many insightful life stories behind all his creations. With Iyan’s music, close your eyes and imagine yourself in a rowing boat along the river of Java, with the melodic beats of Iyan’s Gamelan music bringing tranquility to your mind.
You may follow and hear more of Iyan Sunda’s amazing creations on Instagram at @iyansunda.