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Javanese Gamelan - Advanced

MUSC 452
Fall 2008
Section: 01  
This course may be repeated for credit.
Course Cluster: Southern Asia Studies

Advanced-level performance of Central Javanese gamelan. Emphasis on the music of WAYANG (shadow puppet performance) and dance. Students may arrange to take private instruction in several instruments, such as REBAB, KENDHANG, GENDER, and, also, Javanese singing.

Essential Capabilities: Designing, Creating, and Realizing, Interpretation
Designing, creating, and realizing: The course teaches students primarily to perform, but also to discuss and analyze this specific music. Emphasis will be on the original design and presentation of certain genres and styles. A concert at the end of the semester will be part of the assignments.
Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: HA MUSC
Course Format: PerformanceGrading Mode: Student Option
Level: UGRD Prerequisites: MUSC451
Fulfills a Requirement for: (GSAS-MN)(GSAS)(MUSC)
Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available

Last Updated on DEC-21-2024
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