Gamelan Ensemble Scholar (S99753)

Summary

A gamelan scholar will be a student musician with strong aural and rhythmic skills who models rhythmic strength within the Bates Gamelan Ensemble. Prior experience with gamelan is not required, but ensemble experience is a plus. Percussionists are particularly encouraged to apply. As a course auditor or enrolled student, Gamelan scholars will rehearse with the Bates Gamelan weekly on Tuesdays from 4:10-7 with assigned musical parts well-learned. Gamelan scholars must perform with the ensemble in a final concert at the end of the semester. An audition with Professor Gina Fatone is required. Contact Prof. Fatone at gfatone@bates.edu for more information or to schedule an audition.

Basics

  • Department: Music
  • Supervisor: Gina Fatone
  • Office Location: Olin 256
  • Email: gfatone@bates.edu
  • Hours: 4
  • Workers: 3

Responsibilities

Gamelan scholars will rehearse with the Bates Gamelan weekly on Tuesdays from 4:10-7 with assigned musical parts well-learned. Gamelan scholars must perform with the ensemble in a final concert at the end of the semester. Additional rehearsal hours may be required prior to the final concert.

Requirements

Strong musicianship skills.
Ability to work cooperatively within a group and provide gentle assistance to other ensemble members if needed.

Reporting

Reports to Gina Fatone, Associate Professor of Music and Chair of the Music Department, Director of the Bates Gamelan

Working Conditions

Must be able to sit on the floor while playing instruments.