MUSI20087 Indonesian Gamelan Ensemble 1
University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 6.25 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1, Semester 2.
- Final exam 20%: mostly coursework
- About 2 class hours a week
- 50% group work
Is MUSI20087 hard?
MUSI20087: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: Final exam only 20%, Only 2 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
Play Indonesian gamelan, with its gongs, chimes and interlocking melodies, in weekly rehearsals leading to a concert.
After it you can
- Play a traditional instrument with sound basic technique
- Perform interlocking gamelan patterns with others
- Explain gamelan theory and its cultural setting
What you need first
None
Careers
Helps toward: Performing artist
How it’s assessed
Participation 50%, Final exam 20%, Presentations 30%
Student reviews and ratings
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Quick answers
- When is MUSI20087 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1, Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking MUSI20087?
- No prerequisites.
- Does MUSI20087 have a final exam?
- Yes, the final exam is 20% of the mark. Assessment: Participation 50%, Final exam 20%, Presentations 30%.
- How many class hours a week does MUSI20087 have?
- 2 h a week in class
- Can I take MUSI20087 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- Can I rate MUSI20087?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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