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Discover the soul of Bali through a hands-on gamelan music class. Learn traditional rhythms, play authentic instruments, and visit a traditional gong smith to see how sacred gongs are crafted.

Highlights

• Learn Balinese gamelan through a hands-on class with local musicians.
• Visit a traditional gong smith and see sacred instruments handcrafted.
• Join a 1–2 hour interactive gamelan session using real instruments.
• Experience authentic village life through music and craftsmanship.

Description

Discover the spiritual rhythm of Bali through an immersive gamelan music experience that brings you closer to the island’s living cultural traditions. This half-day activity is designed for travelers who wish to understand not only the sound of Balinese music, but also the craftsmanship, philosophy, and community behind it. Your journey begins in Blahbatuh Village, a well-known center of Balinese artisanship. Here, you will visit a traditional gong smith workshop, where ceremonial gongs and gamelan instruments have been handcrafted for generations. Observe skilled craftsmen shaping, firing, and tuning the instruments entirely by hand, guided by experience and a finely trained ear rather than modern machinery. This visit offers rare insight into the sacred role of gamelan music in Balinese ceremonies and daily life. After exploring the workshop, continue to Batusepih Village, where the musical experience truly comes alive. Upon arrival, enjoy light refreshments before joining a 1–2 hour hands-on gamelan music class led by local musicians. You will be introduced to the basic rhythms, coordination, and ensemble techniques that define gamelan music, as well as the cultural meaning behind each instrument. Guests are encouraged to actively participate, play the instruments, and experience the harmony created when the group performs together. Set in a warm village environment, this interactive session is suitable for both beginners and those with musical backgrounds. Throughout the experience, your local guide will share cultural insights and help connect each activity to Balinese traditions and values. By the end of the tour, you will leave with a deeper appreciation of Balinese music, having experienced not only how it sounds, but how it is created, played, and preserved as an essential part of Bali’s cultural identity.

Includes

Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle English Speaking Licensed Guide service Entrance Fee Goods and service tax Conversational knowledge by local instructors Professional and friendly local instructor and easy to understand Refreshment and Balinese snacks (Mineral Water, Coffee or Tea with Balinese Rice Cake). Insurance

Important Information

• Please reconfirm at least 24 hours before tour departure and advise hotels details for pick up purposes

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund