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The aim is to explore the musical characteristics of Dideng and develop a new composition for the Kalinong Gedang ensemble.

Endless Longing: A new Dideng-based composition for the Kalinong Gedang Ensemble as a contribution to Indonesian Music

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Examines Dideng musical characteristics to create a new composition for Kalinong Gedang, suggesting a modern interpretation of traditional music.

The aim is to explore the musical characteristics of Dideng and develop a new composition for the Kalinong Gedang ensemble.
Ethnomusicological approach used for investigation of Dideng in Rantau Pandan.
Fieldwork, observation, interviews, recordings, analysis, and studio-based study were conducted.
Development of new composition through identification, design, trials, evaluation, and refinement.
Dideng's characteristics facilitate new compositions due to its fixed pitch, melodic contour, and vocal timbre.
Endless Longing (Rindu Tak Bertepi) was composed, exploring themes of spiritual longing.
The study shows transformation of a local tradition into a contemporary ensemble format, enriching Jambi's musical heritage.

Bahar et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Examines Dideng musical characteristics to create a new composition for Kalinong Gedang, suggesting a modern interpretation of traditional music.