Indonesian beats (Indonesia, Yogyakarta)

In Yogyakarta, traditional musicians parade on the back of a vehicle, drums in hand and gongs in front. This street scene embodies the raw energy of Javanese folk processions, where percussive music often accompanies religious celebrations, animist rituals, or community gatherings .

The visible instruments— kendang drums, portable gongs, wooden mallets—are part of the gamelan ensembles, emblematic of Java and Bali. Their use goes beyond the framework of the spectacle: they mark the rhythm of the sacred, carry the intentions of the ceremonies , and resonate like a living memory of Indonesian syncretism.