What does the word kebyar mean?
a. interlocking
b. shimmering
c. ensemble
d. explosive

The word Kebyar means Explosive. Hence, option d. is the correct answer

Explanation:

Kebyar is a Balinese word which refers to the process of ‘opening up’ or ‘bursting open like an explosive’. The term is used in both Balinese music and dance styles. It is characterised by sudden changes in dynamics and tempo.

Further explanation:  

The term Kebyar implies ‘sudden, swift and loud’. Kebyar basically depicts a style of dance performance in which an individual uses his upper body to showcase very quick expressions and body movements. It is one of the very laborious Balinese dances.  

The most famous form of Kebyar dance is Kebyar Duduk where the dance is performed in a crossed leg position. The dancer expresses the music through the flexibility of his hands and wrists, powerful facial expressions and the agility of the upper part of his body. The music seems to flow through the body of the performer.

Another form of Kebyar dance is the Kebyar Trompong where the dancer dances while playing a long instrument named the trompong.

A famous form of Balinese music is Gamelan Gong Kebyar. It is one of the most commonly used gamelan gong in Bali. The sudden changes in dynamics and tempo are expected to raise the spirits of the audience.

Learn More:

What creates the beating tones that are such a distinctive feature of Balinese gamelan?

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The most important type of gamelan in twentieth-century bali was the gamelan gong kebyar (Meerkat18):

Keywords:  

Kebyar, Kebyar Duduk, Balinese dances, trompong, Balinese dance performance

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