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Introduction to Balinese Music - Session I


  • Gamelan Sekar Jaya 3023 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley, CA, 94705 United States (map)

This five-week class series taught Guest Music Director and master artist Ni Nyoman Srayamurtikanti will be second session of the Fall Season. Students will explore interlocking “kotekan” patterns, mallet techniques, expressions, and the role of different instruments in the gamelan ensemble. No prior musical training or gamelan experience is required - just bring your enthusiasm. This class is also a great opportunity for students with gamelan experience to improve their skills and try playing new instruments or continue their learning.

Students must be at least 12 years old. All class participants are required to be fully vaccinated and to wear masks while inside the GSJ banjar community center.

Session 1 dates:
Sunday, September 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sunday, September 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm (substitute teacher Katie Harrell for this class)
Sunday, October 1, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sunday, October 8, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sunday, October 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Sliding scale class fee for five sessions.

When choosing your sliding scale rate, please keep in mind that GSJ depends on the generosity of its community to support high caliber artists and programming.

Register at a sliding scale for all five sessions
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Find out more about Ni Nyoman Srayamurtikanti on our Master Artists-In-Residence page!

Earlier Event: September 16
Balinese Ink Painting
Later Event: September 17
Introduction to Balinese Dance: Session I