* Metallophones: These instruments are made of metal bars that are struck with mallets. They produce a variety of pitches and are often used to create melodies.
* Gongs: These instruments are made of metal discs that are struck with mallets. They produce a deep, resonant sound and are often used to create rhythmic patterns.
* Drums: These instruments are made of animal skin or synthetic material that are stretched over a wooden frame. They are used to create a variety of rhythms and patterns.
* Cymbals: These instruments are made of two metal discs that are struck together. They produce a bright, piercing sound and are often used to create accents.
* Other instruments: In addition to the above, a gamelan band may also include other instruments, such as flutes, violins, and xylophones.
The structure of a gamelan band is typically hierarchical, with the most important instruments (such as the metallophones and gongs) playing the main melody and the other instruments providing accompaniment. The band is usually led by a conductor, who uses a variety of hand gestures to direct the musicians.
Gamelan bands are often used to accompany traditional dances, ceremonies, and rituals in Indonesia. They can also be used to perform modern compositions and contemporary music.