Agung

Group: Maranao

Front view

Side view
Photographs copyright: F. de Jager

Classification

Idiophone, bossed gong

Description

Gong with boss, made of iron. The gong is part of the Kulintang ensemble

Dimensions: diameter: 45 cm. depth: 21 cm.

Remarks

Ethnic group: Maranao
Location: West Central Mindanao (muslim south)

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Similar instruments in various sizes and depths are played by practically all muslim and non-muslim groups in Mindanao (not in Luzon).

Among non-muslim groups in SE Mindanao
the agung is played as a solo instrument.
The sound is damped by the knee of the player
(Kalagan, Mount Tandawanan)
Photograph copyright: F. de Jager