MUS3495

Indonesian gamelan (special studies)

A Scott-Maxwell

4 points -2 hours per week - First semester - Clayton - Prerequisites: Enrolment in Bachelor of Music, MUS1060, MUS2480 or MUS3480 or prior experience in gamelan practice/theory and audition.

Objectives On successful completion of this subject, students should have consolidated their performance skills on all core instruments of the gamelan and acquired performance knowledge of at least one advanced gamelan instrument. They should also be familiar with the complexities of performance-related theories of mode and structure, and the concepts of traditional gamelan composition and their application to contemporary composition.

Synopsis The subject aims to develop advanced Javanese gamelan performance skills and foster an interest in and understanding of contemporary composition for gamelan. It includes the study of advanced gamelan theory and performance practice, and ideas, techniques and historical and recent developments in gamelan composition, both in Java and internationally.

Assessment Written (1500 words): 15% - Performance assessment and concert: 65% - Examination (1 hour): 20%

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