Javanese Gamelan and the West

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The book delves into the concept of hybridity within performance traditions shaped by Javanese interactions with Western influences. Sumarsam, a leading gamelan performer and scholar, examines how these cultural exchanges have transformed traditional practices, highlighting the dynamic interplay between local and global elements in the arts. Through insightful analysis, the work offers a nuanced understanding of how performance evolves in response to diverse cultural contexts.