Due to the high demand for our Gamelan workshop, we’re excited to offer two workshops this time! The first workshop will be an introduction to the Gamelan for participants with no prior experience of playing the instruments, while the second is designed for intermediate participants who have some basic knowledge of Gamelan.
Join us for a two-day workshop exploring the mesmerizing sounds of the Javanese gamelan, one of Southeast Asia’s largest and most captivating instrumental ensembles. Made up of gongs, metallophones, drums, and other traditional instruments, this rich musical tradition from Indonesia has inspired musicians and composers across the globe.
Choose the workshop that suits you. Here are the details for each one!
Workshop 1 > Introduction to Gamelan
Dates:
- Saturday, February 1st | 14:00 – 17:00
- Sunday, February 2nd | 14:00 – 16:00
Price: €72.00
Workshop Schedule
Day 1: Saturday, February 1st
- Introduction: Meet and greet, introduction to instruments (30 mins)
- Learning Piece 1: Hands-on practice (45 mins)
- Break (15 mins)
- Cultural Insights: Video on Javanese music and gong forging (30 mins)
- Practice Piece 1: Continue refining your skills (45 mins)
- Wrap-Up (15 mins)
Day 2: Sunday, February 2nd
- Revise Piece 1 & Learn Piece 2: Hands-on practice (45 mins)
- Break (15 mins)
- Cultural Insights: Video on Javanese dance (15 mins)
- Final Practice & Wrap-Up (45 mins)
Workshop 2 > Intermediate Gamelan Workshop
Dates:
- Saturday, February 1st | 18:00 – 20:00
- Sunday, February 2nd | 17:00 – 19:00
Price: €62.00
Workshop Schedule
Day 1: Saturday, February 1st
- Introduction: Welcome and review of previously learned pieces (45 mins)
- Break (15 mins)
- Learning New Piece & Instrumental Techniques: Hands-on practice and skill development (60 mins)
Day 2: Sunday, February 2nd
- Revise Piece: Review and refine previously learned pieces (45 mins)
- Break (15 mins)
- Play and Adapt Piece: Focus on developing ensemble skills for Gamelan (60 mins)