CANANG - Traditional Musical Instruments of Aceh

Canang is a traditional musical instrument of Aceh are often found in groups of people in Aceh, Gayo, Tamiang, and Alas. Acehnese people call it "Canang Trieng", in Gayo called "Teganing", in Tamiang called "Harp" and in Alas called "Harp Sports".

Cymbals made of brass and resembles a gong. Almost all areas in Aceh there are musical instruments cymbals and each has a meaning and function are different also.

Canang function generally as penggiring traditional dances. Cymbals as well as entertainment for the girls who were gathered. Usually played after completing the work in the fields or filling spare time.