Example sentences for: gamelan

How can you use “gamelan” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

  • The sound of music in Bali can be the hypnotic tones of the gamelan orchestra, or the alluring call of the disco beat at Kuta or Legian, where the action begins at midnight and lasts until dawn.

  • About 2 km (11⁄2 miles) to the south of Jagaraga, Sawan has a couple of gongmakers’ workshops that supply gamelan orchestras: The only other village where the craft is practiced is in Tihingan situated near Klungkung (see page 51).

  • Peliatan is known for its dances and gamelan music as well as painting and carving — “parasite carvings” (see page 92) are a recent specialty.

  • West of Klungkung, a narrow lane leads to the village of Tihingan, one of only two places in Bali where the gongs for gamelan orchestras are made.

  • These may well be a showcase for fine dancing, gorgeous costumes, and the full range of the gamelan orchestra.


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