FREE EVENT THIS WEEKEND!

All ages welcome.

FREE EVENT THIS WEEKEND! All ages welcome.

Join Gamelan DanAnda (GDA) and friends for a free, all-ages celebration of music, dance, and delicious Indonesian food at Coburg Lake on Sunday, 6 September!

Pack a picnic mat, and drop in or stay all arvo. The site is right by the playground, making it the perfect Sunday afternoon out for the whole family.

Free entry — no ticket required.

What to expect — live 25-piece Balinese Gong Kebyar Gamelan Orchestra, interactive dance classes, immersive art, a fresh cross-genre collaboration where gamelan meets Rock and Roll featuring Scott Owen (The Living End) and Dave Williams (Augie March).

Pre-order your food now! — local Indonesian-food legends Diana's Kitchen are back! Their meals always sell out, so pre-ordering below is highly recommended. Gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options provided.

PRE-ORDER FOOD NOW

You can play the music of Bali!

Om Swastiastu. Selamat Datang. Welcome.

We are Gamelan DanAnda, a multigenerational, all-levels community Balinese gamelan orchestra based in Melbourne.

Learn, rehearse, perform, and enjoy Indonesian music & culture together. No experience needed, beginners are welcome!

But what is Gamelan? Click here to quickly find out!

Beginners are welcome!

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BOOK A FREE TRIAL

✔ No musical experience needed

✔ Instruments provided

✔ Supportive & inclusive environment

Class Schedule

1x free trial is available for all classes!

Sundays

Kids & Parents Class (*)

10:30 – 11:30 AM

Play gamelan together with your children. Beginner friendly.

Styles & Techniques

12:00 – 1:00 PM

Beginner-friendly class focused on core playing techniques.

Repertoire Club

1:00 – 3:00 PM

Learn and rehearse traditional
gamelan repertoire.

(*) We are committed to a safe and inclusive environment for children. Read our Child Safety Policy.

Wednesdays

Styles & Techniques

6:00 – 7:00 PM

Beginner-friendly class focused on core playing techniques.

Repertoire Club

7:00 – 9:00 PM

Learn and rehearse traditional
gamelan repertoire.

Thursdays

Styles & Techniques

6:00 – 7:00 PM

Beginner-friendly class focused on core playing techniques.

Repertoire Club

7:00 – 9:00 PM

Learn and rehearse traditional
gamelan repertoire.

A glimpse of our live performances across concerts, festivals and community events

Getting Here

📍Sanggar Gamelan DanAnda

441 St Georges Road, Thornbury VIC 3071

🚆 Train: Thornbury Station (Mernda Line)
🚋 Tram: Stop #33 — Route 11 Tram

💡‘Sanggar’ is an Indonesian word that means both arts studio, and arts community. If you practice with us, you’re part of the sanggar!

Contact Us

Email: gamelandananda@gmail.com
Phone: Jeremy — 0438 537 369
Instagram: @gamelandananda

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