20-22 Nov 2007 @ The Republic Cultural Centre (TRCC)
Republic Polytechnic, 9 Woodlands Ave 9, Singapore (738964)
SEKARAN - Singapore’s First Gamelan Festival
20-22 Nov 2007 @ The Republic Cultural Centre (TRCC)
Republic Polytechnic, 9 Woodlands Ave 9, Singapore (738964)
Singapore’s first gamelan festival, jointly organized by The Republic Cultural Centre (TRCC) and Singapore’s pioneer gamelan ensemble, Gamelan Asmaradana, will take place on 20th – 22nd Nov 2007. Be immersed in all styles of gamelan in this exciting 3-day event. Featuring seminars and workshops by local and regional experts as well as performances by students, community and professional groups, this event will have something for everyone. The theme for this year’s festival is “Sekaran” and will celebrate growth and flowering of gamelan music in Singapore. |
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FESTIVAL DETAILS |
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Time |
Day 1:TUE 20 NOV |
Day 2:WED 21 Nov |
Day 3:THU 22 Nov |
| 9.30am | Registration | Registration | Registration |
10am-12nn (suitable for teachers and academics) |
Village and School Gamelan Training in Bali by Prof I Nyoman Sedana | In Search of a New Malaysian Identity: The Gamelan Crosses Traditional Boundaries by Dr Tan Sooi Beng |
Gamelan music in Singapore and composing for Gamelan by Dr John Sharpley |
1.30-3.30pm $20 per person per workshop |
1) Introductory Javanese Gamelan workshop by Pak Subowo @ Asian Music Studio 2) Introductory Sundanese Gamelan Workshop-Salendro by Kang Atung @ Recital Studio |
1) Balinese workshop: Introduction to the Kecak by Prof I Nyoman Sedana @ Asian Music Studio 2) Intermediate Sundanese Gamelan Workshop-Classical Degung by Kang Atung @ Recital Studio |
1) Intermediate Javanese Gamelan Workshop by Paks Sunardi and Trustho @ Asian Music Studio 2) Balinese Workshop: From simple colotomic systems to challenging techniques by Prof I Nyoman Sedana @ Recital Studio |
4-6pm FREE for All |
- Haig Girls’ School |
- Evergreen Sec Sch |
- NUS High Sch |
6.30-8pm @ (Foyer) |
Opening reception for invited guests | ||
Each seminar / workshop @ $20 per personDiscounts for group bookings of 10 or more people For school bookings, please note that Gamelan festival “Sekaran” is BOOK Your SEATS now! Hurry, places are limited! FREE Admission to Matinee performances by schools and community gamelan groups |
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EVENING PERFORMANCES, 8pm @ $20 per ticket
"Something Old. Something New."
...Performance by Gamelan Asmaradana
Take a journey through time with gamelan music: from the soothing ancient traditional pieces to the
interesting modern interpretations of classical pieces and groovy contemporary fusion works.
Look out for guest appearances by well-known local and regional artists! Lots of surprises awaiting just for you!
Date: Tuesday, 20 November 2007. Time: 8pm.
"Enchanting Dances and Stories from Java"
What happens when a distinguished older man falls in love with a beautiful younger woman, who is already deeply in love with a younger man? Come watch this operatic dance drama based on a Javanese folktale about a love-triangular relationship between three characters, plus several other fascinating legends and stories in this performance of dance and music. See the rare Golek Asmaradana and Topeng Gunungsari dances performed by some of the best dancers and musicians from Yogyakarta, including an excerpt from the great epic, Mahabharata. Scandal, Love, Lust, Power-struggle and Passion… all in one show!
Performance by Musicians and Dancers from Yogyakarta: Sunardi (Principal, SMKI), Subowo (Dosen Tari ISI), Trustho & Bu Trihatmini (Dosen Karawitan ISI), Lantip Kuswala Daya & Jeehyun Park.
Date: Wednesday, 21 November 2007. Time: 8pm
"Arts Crossing"
...performance by Orkestra Melayu Singapura
Go on a musical journey with gamelan music showcasing gendang works by musicians from Orkestra Melayu Singapura, as well as orchestra arrangements that fuses ethnic and gamelan elements seamlessly.
Be thrilled by the talented musicians as they impress you with their resounding brand of music!
Date: Thursday, 22 November 2007. Time: 8pm