About Gamelan sekaten
Gamelan sekaten is a music genre that emerged in Indonesia. It is usually classed as a form of gamelan and Islamic music.
From Wikipedia
The Gamelan Sekaten (or Sekati) is a ceremonial gamelan (musical ensemble) from central Java, Indonesia, played during the annual Sekaten festival. The word "sekaten" itself is derived from syahadatain or shahada, the first requirement for converting into Islamic faith. Traditionally it is played once per year, on the occasion of Mawlid, Muhammad's birthday, for the week from the 6-12 of the month of Mulud (the third month of the Javanese calendar, corresponding to the Islamic Rabi' al-awwal). On this celebration it is brought from the palace at 11 pm to two pavilions before the Great Mosque. It is played every day during that week except the Thursday night/Friday morning. On the eve of the birthday proper, it is returned at 11 pm.
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What is Gamelan sekaten?
Gamelan sekaten is a music genre that emerged in Indonesia. It is usually classed as a form of gamelan and Islamic music.
Where and when did Gamelan sekaten originate?
Gamelan sekaten originated in Indonesia.