MUSC 8BAdvanced Balinese Gamelan
Instruction in Balinese gamelan. Utilizes pitched percussion instruments to learn highly ornate and complex pieces through rote learning; students are not required to read music. Focuses on advanced traditional and contemporary repertoire for public performance.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 8A.
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When it runs
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Fri 1:35pm–3:05pm | Gamelan Stu 230B | B. Baumbusch | Open 6/40 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Fri 1:35pm–3:05pm | Gamelan Stu 230B | B. Baumbusch | Open 2/25 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Fri 1:35pm–3:05pm | Gamelan Stu 230B | B. Baumbusch | Open 11/24 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Baumbusch | 5.0 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 100% | 2 |
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