The musical instruments of Indonesia reflect the country’s cultural diversity. Each of the more than 300 ethnic groups in Indonesia has its own distinct musical tradition. The music of Indonesia ranges from the simple, enchanting melodies of rural folk songs to the highly sophisticated and intricate works of classical and contemporary composers.
The most common instruments in Indonesia are percussion instruments. These include the gendang (a large, circular drum), the rebab (a bowed string instrument), and the kendang (a type …