Gamelan Ensemble 2026/27

Dive into a centuries-old tradition with Indonesian gongs: welcome to the Elbphilharmonie’s Gamelan Ensemble

Registration starts on 19 May 2026.

Gamelan Ensemble
Gamelan Ensemble © Claudia Höhne

Description

They are gentle, meditative sounds that let you immerse yourself in another realm: the gamelan is a wonderful-sounding instrument made up of gongs, drums and metallophones. Its origins stretch back many centuries to the royal courts on the islands of Bali and Java. The Elbphilharmonie owns a particularly beautiful example of this instrument from Java. It is played every week in two groups, led by the experienced teacher Steven Tanoto.

Rehearsal day & time: Mondays, 17:00–18:30 (for beginners)
Mondays, 19:00–21:00 (for intermediate players)
Rehearsal venue: Elbphilharmonie Kaistudio
First summer rehearsal: 31 August 2026 (registration from 19 May)
First spring rehearsal: 1 February 2027

Participation is free of charge.