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Deadlines for Cudamani Summer Institute
Application/fee ($25 USD) April 15, 2023 deadline past. Limited number of slots still open please apply asap.
EARLY registration/tuition fee secures a room choice of private room. May 1, 2023
Tuition Payment in full due- June 1, 2023
Enrollment is now closed
Selection Criteria
GAMELAN: We invite individuals who have music experience to apply to the music program. Once you are in classes, Music Director Dewa Berata will help create study groups that include both beginners and experienced gamelan players. Balinese gamelan provides a challenging and supportive learning environment for all levels of experience and ability. Those with no previous gamelan experience are encouraged to listen to recordings of gamelan before you arrive to help develop your understanding of the music. Music background is required.
DANCE (2023 does not meet minimum enrollment of six, however, we are arranging 1 1/2 hours daily sections of dance instruction). The study of dance is open to all dancers regardless of level. Classes are structured in a way that nurtures community and friendship and also allows each person to grow artistically. Beginners will develop a strong understanding of the techniques of male and female dance and experienced Balinese dancers will have an opportunity to expand repertoire and deepen your understanding of the most profound principals of Balinese dance.
Tuition (in USD) : double occupancy: $2000; private room: $2,400. For 2023 special youth rate (18-22 year) double occupancy $1500. A youth (14-18 yrs ) rooming in parents private room $1,100 (this is a rollaway bed). Tuition without housing $1500 (in USD)
In 2023 we have secured rooms at two locations all within walking distance. Be assured that all Income from CSI benefits the year round instruction of the Çudamani’s youth program.
If you have any questions, please email jmitoma@arts.ucla.edu.
Method of payment:
1. Zelle prefered method Foundation for World Arts. Requires your bank can transfer funds with ZELLE and may require we request payment from you using your phone or email.
3. Paypal payments to Foundation for World Arts. We request you pay surcharges.Paypal link for funds to Foundation for World Arts DBA Gamelan Cudamani