Workshops

11, 12, 18, 19 October 2025

We’re back with the Gamelan  workshop and this time it’s a bit different!

The workshop will be held over 4 sessions in 4 days, and everyone is welcome, no prior experience needed.

20/21 Sept. 2025

This workshop invites you to connect deeply with your inner self through the healing power of your voice. By combining elements such as breathwork, movement, singing, meditation,journaling, and other mindful practices, we create a space for self-expression, emotional release, and profound relaxation.

6 July 2025

Kathak is the classical dance form of Northern India, rooted in storytelling, rhythm, and graceful movement. With its origins in both temple and court traditions, Kathak blends intricate footwork, rapid spins, expressive gestures, and rhythmic play into a richly layered art form.
Part 1 – Rhythm & Movement
Part 2 – Expression & Gesture

5 July 2025

Discover the captivating art of storytelling through Classical Indian Dance Theatre! In our six-hour workshop, you will immerse yourself in the world of Abhinaya – the art of expressing emotions through movement.

You will learn how to bring stories to life using hand gestures, eye movements, and head gestures. Experience the powerful impact of these forms of expression on the art of storytelling and find an outer expression for your inner experiences.

This two and a half-hour session offers a hands-on and reflective introduction to musical improvisation. But it’s not just about how to improvise on your instrument — it’s about how to react, correspond, and stay present with both musical and non-musical elements.

You’ll explore the role of awareness, rhythm, tension, timing, and spontaneous decision-making through guided exercises and group interaction.

14 + 15 June 2025

Workshop participants will learn the basic syllables and rhythms of the Kecak, and practise the rebana rhythms using drums, handclaps and body percussion. There will also be some frame drums available but please bring your own drum with you to the workshop if you have one.

26 April 2025

The Bollywood voice workshop is aimed at all those who are interested in singing and performing the songs of their choice.

Free up your voice with the master musician Manickam Yogeswaran, who was the first Tamil singer who reached Hollywood when he sang Jocelyn pook’s sound track for Stanley Kubrick’s “Eyes Wide Shut”

9 March 2025

Join us for an engaging workshop on traditional Persian percussion! Discover the rhythms and techniques of instruments like the Tombak, Daf, Daireh, and Zarbo Tempo.

Leading the workshop is Yaser Bayat, a composer, musician, and music teacher from Iran.

29 Marz 2025

Explore the beauty of Arabic songs! This workshop is perfect for both newcomers and those familiar with the music but looking to deepen their understanding. Learn about rhythm, maqamic modes, and cultural context, and by the end, you’ll be singing well-loved Arabic songs.

1 + 2 February 2025

Due to the high demand for our Gamelan workshop, we’re excited to offer two workshops this time! The first workshop will be an introduction to the Gamelan for participants with no prior experience of playing the instruments, while the second is designed for intermediate participants who have some basic knowledge of Gamelan.

11 January 2025

Join us for a workshop to learn about the Mbira (African Thumb Piano).

We will hold two workshops for children. One for pre-school children (age 4-6) and a second for primary school children (age 7-12).

30 November 2024

Join us at the Global Music Academy for two parallel workshops: one on the Shakuhachi led by Katsuya Nonaka and another on the Guqin guided by Linchi Yang.

Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience!