The Try Gamelan Workshop gives you and your family the chance to enjoy beautiful bronze Javanese percussion instruments and learn to play a traditional piece in exciting two hour sessions.
Based in St David’s Hall for over a decade, Cardiff Gamelan use their set of Javanese instruments to promote music by supporting the teaching of music in schools and facilitating group music making. This welcome departure from the norm is open to all, whether you’re a seasoned instrumentalist or have no prior musical experience.
This is a truly unique experience as no two gamelans are tuned exactly alike, with each instrument tuned with the purpose of matching the intended ensemble rather than a standard pitch.
Gamelan offers something new as a fun, stimulating experience which develops listening skills, flexibility and, of course, group music making, distinct from many forms of music popular in the West.
Try Gamelan, St David’s Hall, Cardiff. Sat 18 Jun. Tickets: £5-£8. Info: 029 2087 8444 / www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk