Summer Institute Bali, Indonesia 2008Three week program: June 30 - July 19, 2008
Application deadline: January 25, 2008 or until enrollment fulfilled
www.cudamani.org

With the success of the 2007 summer program, the internationally acclaimed Çudamani ensemble will once again invite a select group of 35 individuals from around the world to participate in a rigorous study of Balinese Music and Dance in Pengosekan. In addition to intensive classes with master artists/teachers, the program will include: visits to temple ceremonies and sacred sites; observations of a wide range of performances including Çudamani rehearsals; and daily encounters with the local artists and the community. Dates have been selected so that participants will have the opportunity to see ceremonial activities of this village, which is well known for its community of painters, weavers, and musicians. This program is a rare opportunity for participants to be a part of one of the most vibrant and creative cultures in the world.

Fees: 3 weeks for $1,950. Includes instruction, shared housing, breakfast, lunch, and excursions. Non-refundable application fee of $25.

More info at www.cudamani.org Photos of 2007 Summer Institute at http://jorgevismara.net/bali/2007/.

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The beautiful Villa M is hidden away in the rice fields, just ten minutes’ drive from Berawa beach on Bali’s south western coast. Offering guests a choice of renting options, this 4-bedroom retreat covers 2,000 square metres of land and is comprised of two self-contained villas, each with a private entrance and a private pool.

Villa M presents luxury facilities in a spectacular natural setting, encompassed by rice terraces reminiscent of amphitheatres. On a clear day, the sweeping view is enhanced by the magical sight of the mountains. Guests staying at Villa M will receive a privileged insight into rural Bali, yet the property is only ten minutes’ drive from the shops, nightlife, spas, and internationally acclaimed restaurants of Seminyak.

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