MUS3490

Indonesian Gamelan: Special Studies (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Margaret Kartomi

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On successful completion of this unit, 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, regional stylistic varients of Javanese gamelan music, and the concepts of traditional gamelan composition and their application to contemporary composition.

Assessment: Essay (2500 words): 25% + Critical reading assignment: 10% + Written/oral assignment/composition: 15% + Performance assessment and concert: 40% + Examination (1 hour): 10%

Contact Hours: 3 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture and 1 x 2 hour practical performance class) per week

Prerequisites: Prior experience in gamelan practice/theory and audition.

Prohibitions: MUS2490