Tarling is a music genre originating from the Cirebon area, West Java, Indonesia. Gamelan is a traditional Javanese musical instrument consisting of gongs, drums and other instruments. Meanwhile, charades are traditional Indonesian drama or theater.

In the context of Tarling Gamelan Sandiwara music, it is usually accompanied by gamelan musical instruments and sung in Sundanese or Javanese. These songs are often used as accompaniment in traditional skits or drama performances.