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Can you tell a saron from a peking? If you can, congratulations, and I am pleased to tell you that I've found the perfect web site for you. If you can't, don't worry, very few people know anything about gamelan music. Fortunately, the kind folks at BBC online have created an online game that lets you not only learn about this Indonesian art form but also experience it firsthand. My link of the week will lead you to a page full of fun and interesting games featuring musical instruments and styles from all over the world. Games such as Beat Machine and Dhol Player allow you to create your own rhythmic patterns and share them with your friends. Other games, such as Gamelan and Bata Drum allow you to play along with international music tracks. All these games are fun, but, unlike many online activities, they are also educational. No matter what type of music you like, you'll enjoy visiting this site, and you'll leave it with a greater appreciation of the richness of music from different countries.