Ragamala Dance

Experience the exquisite sounds of the Balinese Gamelan and the complex vocal chanting tradition of kecak, taught by master artist I Dewa Putu Berata and his Çudamani ensemble. Dewa expertly guides participants through the vibraphones, drums, and gongs of the unparalleled Balinese Gamelan, and will teach participants s...ome interlocking vocal rhythms of kecak. Do not miss a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn from some of the world’s most renowned musicians. Open to all levels. No experience necessary.

About Çudamani:
Çudamani performs a diverse repertoire ranging from rare classical forms of dance to highly creative instrumental works with great technical precision, high collective spirit and an impressive understanding of musical nuances. Of significance is the set of instruments used by Çudamani which is a "Semarandana" ensemble. This type of ensemble is still quite rare in Bali, and Çudamani is on the forefront of work in this style. The tuning system used contains "extra", allowing the group to perform pieces from "Angklung", "Semar Pegulingan" and "Gong Kebyar" (all distinct gamelan ensembles) on the same set of instruments. This creates great freedom and diversity in the ensemble’s repertoire, with the numerous modes and tuning systems each having a distinct atmosphere, color or "mood."
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