Smithsonian/Folkways: Vocal Music from Central and West Flores – Music of Indonesia, Vol. 9 (Audio CD)

Product Details

• Catalog Number: SF CD 40425
• UPC: 093074042526
• Product Type: Ethnomusicology CD
• Recording Year: 1993–1994
• Institution: Smithsonian/Folkways Recordings
• Institutional Address: 955 L'Enfant Plaza, Suite 2600, Washington DC 20560
• Additional Information: Produced in collaboration with the Indonesian Society for the Performing Arts (MSPI)

Overview

"Vocal Music from Central and West Flores – Music of Indonesia, Vol. 9" presents a rare collection of field recordings capturing the virtually unknown choral singing traditions of the Ngada and Manggarai peoples from the island of Flores, located east of Bali. These recordings document music primarily performed during funerals and agricultural rituals, featuring styles that range from highly dissonant harmonies to unique instances of Indonesian counterpoint. Accompanied by extensive notes and a map, this album offers an insightful window into Indonesia's rich musical heritage, as recorded, compiled, and annotated by Philip Yampolsky.

Spanish Translation – Overview (Descripción General)

"Vocal Music from Central and West Flores – Music of Indonesia, Vol. 9" presenta una colección única de grabaciones de campo que capturan las prácticamente desconocidas tradiciones de canto coral de los pueblos Ngada y Manggarai de la isla de Flores, situada al este de Bali. Estas grabaciones documentan músicas interpretadas principalmente en funerales y rituales agrícolas, con estilos que van desde armonías altamente disonantes hasta singulares ejemplos de contrapunto indonesio. Acompañado de notas extensas y un mapa, este álbum ofrece una ventana reveladora al rico patrimonio musical de Indonesia, grabado, compilado y anotado por Philip Yampolsky.

Product Features

• Format & Media: Audio CD with extensive liner notes and a map
• Genre: Ethnomusicology, Traditional Choral Music
• Recording Context: Field recordings of ceremonial and ritualistic singing
• Key Elements:
  • Diverse Vocal Techniques: Capturing both men's and mixed choruses
  • Instrumentation: Occasional use of gongs and drums alongside vocal performances
  • Cultural Significance: Provides insight into the unique musical practices of the Ngada and Manggarai regions

Track Listing

NGADA REGENCY: BOAWAE REGION

1. Dhikiro – Men’s Chorus (Duration: 1:58)
2. Zoka – Men’s Chorus (Duration: 7:46)
3. Teo Ne Wea-Dioe – Mixed Chorus (Duration: 5:26)
4. Gogo Rego – Mixed Chorus (Duration: 12:04)
5. Teke Song: Ana Geo (excerpt) – Mixed Chorus (Duration: 8:05)

NGADA REGENCY: BAJAWA REGION

1. Teke Song: Kela – Mixed Chorus (Duration: 4:17)
2. Teke Song: Pata – Mixed Chorus (Duration: 3:54)
3. Goegoe – Mixed Chorus (Duration: 6:32)

MANGGARAI REGENCY: BORONG REGION

1. Mbata Song: Ndore (excerpt) – Men’s and Mixed Chorus, with Gongs and Drums (Duration: 8:59)
2. Wera Sarajawa (excerpt) – Men’s and Mixed Chorus (Duration: 14:04)

Interesting Facts

• Rare Glimpse into Flores' Musical Heritage:
  These recordings reveal the almost unheard choral practices of the Ngada and Manggarai communities, showcasing music performed during significant cultural events like funerals and agricultural rites.

• Dynamic Vocal Styles and Musical Complexity:
  The performances range from strikingly dissonant harmonies to rare examples of Indonesian counterpoint, highlighting the depth and diversity of Flores' vocal traditions.

• Scholarly Documentation:
  Accompanied by comprehensive notes, maps, and annotations by Philip Yampolsky, this release serves not only as a musical compilation but also as an academic resource on Flores' regional music practices.

Spanish Translation – Interesting Facts (Datos Interesantes)

• Visión Única del Patrimonio Musical de Flores:
  Estas grabaciones revelan las prácticas corales casi inauditas de las comunidades Ngada y Manggarai, mostrando músicas interpretadas durante eventos culturales significativos como funerales y ritos agrícolas.

• Estilos Vocales Dinámicos y Complejidad Musical:
  Las interpretaciones abarcan desde armonías sorprendentemente disonantes hasta raros ejemplos de contrapunto indonesio, destacando la profundidad y diversidad de las tradiciones vocales de Flores.

• Documentación Académica:
  Acompañado de notas completas, mapas y anotaciones de Philip Yampolsky, este lanzamiento sirve no solo como una compilación musical, sino también como un recurso académico sobre las prácticas musicales regionales de Flores.

Publishers

Released in 1995 by Smithsonian/Folkways Recordings, this collection faithfully preserves the traditional vocal expressions of Central and West Flores. The recordings have been meticulously researched and curated to offer both musical enjoyment and cultural insights.

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English:

#MusicOfIndonesia #FloresMusic #SmithsonianFolkways #Ethnomusicology #TraditionalChoral #Ngada #Manggarai #FieldRecordings #CulturalHeritage

Spanish (Etiquetas):

#MusicaDeIndonesia #MusicaDeFlores #SmithsonianFolkways #Etnomusicologia #CoroTradicional #Ngada #Manggarai #GrabacionesDeCampo #PatrimonioCultural