Returning Minimalism, by Members of Seka Gong Taruna Mekar (Tunjuk) and Çudamani (Pengosekan)

Returning Minimalism

by Members of Seka Gong Taruna Mekar (Tunjuk) and Çudamani (Pengosekan)

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Using their extraordinary sense of ensemble and improvisational abilities, composers I Dewa Putu Berata and I Made Arnawa respond to one of the most influential works of twentieth century Western music, Terry Riley’s "In C," from a unique cultural perspective. In the process they confront ideas of freedom vs. constraint, individual vs. group, and the interactive nature of gamelan performance in a unique light. Returning Minimalism was conceived by John Noise Manis, and follows the Central Javanese sessions he captured in recordings featuring other outstanding Indonesian musicians.

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released December 1, 2011

Performed by members of Seka Gong Taruna Mekar (Tunjuk) and Çudamani (Pengosekan)

Recorded 28 June, 2011 at the Pura Dalem Munduk Sangkur, Tunjuk

Recording, mastering, and photos: John Noise Manis and Wayne Vitale

Artistic direction and booklet text: Wayne Vitale
Artistic coordination: Emiko Saraswati Susilo and Wayne Vitale

Cover image: I Dewa Putu Berata

With special thanks to:
-The people of Tunjuk, Bali.
-The pemangku (priests), coordinators, and organizers of the Pura Dalem Munduk Sangkur, for use of the temple in rehearsal and recording.
-The family of I Made Arnawa for outstanding artistry and hospitality.

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Vital Records is a recording label specializing in the music of Bali, and new music based on Balinese gamelan traditions.

Vital Records CDs cover a wide range of styles and genres of Balinese music – kebyar angklung, joged, gambuh, gamelan semaradana – as well as newer, more experimental work. ... more

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