Dates:
- Saturday, October 26th: 4:00 – 7:00 PM
- Sunday, October 27th: 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Price: €50
Adults are the primary audience, but supervised children over 10 are welcome to join.
Discover the Music of Southeast Asia
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.
Under the guidance of expert instructors, you’ll have the unique opportunity to play on Kyai Banjar, the exquisite instruments originally belonging to the late composer Paul Gutama Soegijo, housed in Berlin since 1979.
Workshop Schedule
Day 1 (Saturday, October 26th):
- 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, October 27th):
- Revise Piece 1 & Learn Piece 2: Hands-on practice (45 mins)
- Break (15 mins)
- Cultural Insights: Video on Javanese dance (15 mins)
- Practice Piece 2: Continue learning (45 mins)
- Break (15 mins)
- Presentation: Shadow Puppet Theatre (15 mins)
- Final Practice & Wrap-Up (30 mins)
Whether you are new to gamelan or already familiar with its enchanting sounds, this workshop offers an immersive experience that blends music, culture, and community. Don’t miss this chance to dive deep into the world of Javanese music!