In spite of obvious theoretical resemblances between the Batak example and gamelan music in general, how do the respective groups feel about each other’s music? Cite examples to support your contention

What will be an ideal response?

• They do not care for each other's music. Both feel that the other's music does not possess the "proper" aesthetic quality. For example, the Javanese feel the Batak music is too simplistic and sparse; the Batak feel the thick-textured, powerful-sounding Javanese gamelan lacks personal intimacy and does not allow for the necessary spontaneity.