A House in Bali | Colin McPhee

In the 1930s a young American composer heard some gramophone records of Balinese gamelan music- the clear metallic music of the land that forever changed his life. Writer Colin McPhee lived for the day when he could travel and study the beautiful island, its people, culture, and music. His classic text written in the 1940s remains the only literary narrative of the island by a classically trained musician, and this unique perspective allowed him to immerse himself in the people, and music of his beloved Bali. McPhee's work is a landmark look at Bali's distinctive gamelan tradition, now available again more than 50 years after it was written. Colin McPhee left Bali in 1938 as the threat of World War loomed over the Pacific.

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Short History of Bali : Indonesia's Hindu Realm Robert Pringle

Covering the history of Bali from before the Bronze Age to the presidency of Megawati Sukarnoputri, this examination highlights the ethnic dynamics of the island and its place in modern Indonesia. Included is an analysis of the arrival of Indian culture, early European contact, and the complex legacies of Dutch control. Also explored are the island's contemporary economic progress and the environmental problems generated by population growth and massive tourist development.

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Music in Bali : Experiencing Music, Expressing Culture | Lisa Gold

Music in Bali introduces the ensemble tradition of Balinese music, reflecting cooperative aspects of the island's social organization. Drawing on many years of study with Balinese performers in the United States and extensive fieldwork in Bali, author Lisa Gold presents contemporary Balinese performance within its cultural and historical context, linking Bali's rich past to its current role in modern, globalized society. She illustrates how new compositions borrow material from earlier traditions while also allowing for individual expression and innovation in vibrant present-day culture.Packaged with a 70-minute CD containing examples of the music discussed in the book, it features guided listening and hands-on activities that encourage readers to engage actively and critically with the music.

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Balinese Dance, Drama And Music: A Guide to the Performing Arts of Bali |I Wayan Dibia, Rucina Ballinger, Barbara Anello

Lavishly illustrated, this book introduces the most commonly seen traditional performing arts in Bali. The gamelan music, dance, drama and puppetry covered here are sure to mesmerize Western readers. Ideal reading for visitors to the island as well as for anyone interested in Balinese culture, the book fully explains the history and function of each performance genre.The book is enhanced with a bibliography, a discography, and over 150 specially prepared watercolors of Balinese performers and performances.

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Insight Guide Bali | Scott Rutherford (Editor)

Insight Guide Bali - This 320-page book includes a section detailing Bali's history, 13 features covering aspects of the island's life and culture, ranging from sacred trance dances to temple architecture, a region by region visitor's guide to the sights, and a comprehensive Travel Tips section packed with essential contact addresses and numbers. Plus more than 260 exciting photographs and 12 maps.

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Lonely Planet Bali & Lombok | Ryan Ver Berkmoes

Treat yourself to an invigorating mandi lulu massage, breathtaking sunsets from cliff-top temples, an underwater world alive with vividly colored fish, and the simplest island pleasures of golden sun and fresh seafood. Go on, you deserve it! Pamper, party, play and plunge into Bali's rich and hospitable culture - our bestselling guide tells you how.

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The Food of Bali | Heinz Von Holzen

Swiss-born chef Heinz Von Holzen has his finger in every cooking pot in Bali as the proprietor of two restaurants and operator of a cooking school (visitors can take an intensive half-day course which includes a provision-buying expedition to local fish and produce markets). Most warungs, restaurants, and hotels on Bali serve classic Indonesian fare: Von Holzen's Bumbu Bali and Kecak restaurants on Nusa Dua peninsula are the only establishments on the island devoted solely to authentic native cooking. A paean to Balinese culinary arts and culture, The Food of Bali reveals and shares the secrets of the Balinese kitchen for the very first time.

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