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MIT BALINESE GAMELAN & GAMELAN GALAK TIKA
Gusti Komin, Director
Gamelan is the traditional music of Bali and Indonesia. A Balinese gamelan consists of gongs, bronze metallophones and pots, hand drums and bamboo flutes, creating shimmering layers of rhythmically intricate, lyrical patterns. Students will learn the basics of this unique musical practice by playing and performing on traditional Balinese instruments, culminating in an end-of-semester performance. Students will also learn how gamelan fits into Bali’s rich, multifaceted culture. No prior experience is necessary.
Students will also have the opportunity to rehearse with Gamelan Galak Tika, a well-respected Boston-area community gamelan directed by Gusti Komin. Galak Tika performs regularly throughout New England, focusing on both traditional and modern Balinese music and dance. (Student performance is limited to the MIT Spring Concert).
A six (6) unit performance course credit is available to eligible students.
More information: http://www.galaktika.org
CONCERTS
Fall 2025
Spring 2026
AUDITIONS
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