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Sumunar Gamelan CD

Sumunar Gamelan Ensemble's latest album,
Sayuk: Together in Harmony

is available to purchase online now! New and traditional compositions showcase both the versatility of the ensemble and the rich tones of the instruments used for the recording, which are part of the collection of the National Music Museum in Vermillion, SD.

To purchase online, go to http://www.CDBaby.com

 

Upcoming Performance: November 7, 7:30 p.m.

On Friday, November 7, Sumunar Gamelan Ensemble presents Celebrating Cultural Vistas:  an evening of traditional music and new compositions, including a unique collaboration with the Good Samaritan United Methodist Chancel Choir, and the Balinese monkey chant performed by the Normandale French Immersion Student Chorale.

New Scholarships for Youth Gamelan and Dance Classes

Sumunar is pleased to announce a scholarship program for youth (age 7 - 18) in the dance and gamelan classes.  Scholarships can cover up to 75% of the tuition costs.  Learn more.

Current and Upcoming Classes, Performances and Events

Sumunar Gamelan and Dance Ensemble:
Performances: Jun 2, 7 pm - Como Park Pavilion, St. Paul
                      Jun 19, 7:30 pm - Lake Harriet Band Shell, Minneapolis

Indonesia Study Tour: July 3 - July 19 - Jakarta - Bandung - Solo - Yogyakarta

Community Classes:
Spring term runs from April 8 - June 27 (exceptions: see Classes Page).
New beginning dance class: May 6 - Jun 6

All classes and rehearsals take place in the Gamelan room (B-24) at UTEC Center located at 1313 5th Street SE, Minneapolis.

Please Note: Registration is for full term. Fees are not prorated by the number of sessions attended.

Take Two and Save!!!
Students who register in two classes or ensembles get 20% off the less expensive fee. Please contact Sumunar Registrar Susannah Smith (smith@hist.umn.edu) for more information.

For more information please click on the Classes section or call 612-729-6737


Sumunar Second Sundays

On the second Sunday of each month, we invite anyone interested to visit us at the Sumunar Studio, where our classes and rehearsals are held. We'll introduce you to our activities and programs, our staff and musicians, perform briefly, give you an opportunity to try playing yourself, and offer some light refreshments. This is at Room B-24 (lower level) in the University Technology Building located at 1313, 5th St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414. 

Next Date: Sunday May 9th at 5:30 pm (No Sumunar Second Sunday in June, July and August)

MacPhail Gamelan Camp

 
Once again, Joko Sutrisno will offer a one-week gamelan camp at the MacPhail Center for Music. Here’s the ideal opportunity for your child, age 8-12, to experience this fascinating and accessible form of group music making—no musical background needed. Instruments are provided. The dates are June 21-25, the time 9 AM-noon daily. The fee is $250. For questions, call Melissa Falb at MacPhail (612-767-5438).  To register, call MacPhail Student Services (612-321-0100).