Learning Outcomes:
Students completing this module will:
1. Gain facility on all of the instruments of the Javanese gamelan.
2. Acquire a thorough understanding of traditional Javanese musical forms.
3. Acquire a thorough understanding of improvisatory techniques typical of the tradition.
4. Develop overall musicianship through the practice of ensemble playing.
Returning students who have completed previous gamelan modules will also acquire further skills learning the more advanced instrumental techniques typical of the tradition.
Indicative Module Content:
Javanese instrumental techniques
Javanese music theory and terminology
Ensemble singing, performing and recording