clong

Meanings

• noun

  A Filipino percussive instrument made from a hollowed-out log, often used in traditional music and dance.

  - "The clong was the centerpiece of the Filipino drum ensemble."
  - "During the Sinulog festival, dancers twirl and leap while striking the clong in rhythm."

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Variants

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clang , clanged , clanging , clangs

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Etymology

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From the Filipino word 'clanga' or 'klangan', meaning 'drum'.

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Trivia

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1. The clong is often played by striking the hollowed-out log with a wooden mallet or stick.

2. The clong is believed to have originated in the southern Philippines, particularly in the Mindanao region.

3. The clong is sometimes referred to as the 'Filipino log drum'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Kulintang: Another traditional Filipino percussive instrument, consisting of a set of gong-like instruments tuned to different pitches.

2. Gong: A large, flat, bronze percussion instrument used in various cultures for various purposes, including musical accompaniment and ritual functions.

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Culture

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The clong is an essential instrument in various Filipino musical genres, such as the Sinulog, Pandanggo, and Sayaw sa Bangko. It is often used in ensembles alongside other traditional instruments, such as the gong, kulintang, and agong.

How to Memorize "clong"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, hollowed-out log being struck with a mallet to produce a resonant, rhythmic sound.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'clong' with traditional Filipino music and dance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of the clong being the heartbeat of a Filipino musical ensemble.

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