This site features works by Gamelan Pacifica and its members, as well as from various projects sponsored by Gamelan Pacifica. Gamelan Pacifica is a 501c3 non-profit organization and a professional ensemble-in-residence at Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle. It is directed by composer Jarrad Powell. Originally formed in 1980, Gamelan Pacifica was among the innovators in developing the resources to create and perform gamelan music in the U.S. Gamelan Pacifica has performed extensively in the Pacific Northwest, as well as Canada and other parts of the U.S and is among the finest ensembles devoted to the performance of music for gamelan in the U.S. It is an active and adventurous ensemble, with a reputation for creating diverse productions merging traditional and contemporary musical forms with dance, theater, puppetry, and visual media. Visiting artists have included some of the most notable artists of Indonesia. Gamelan Pacifica’s latest recording is available on New World Records and features world premiere recordings of three major works by Lou Harrison. Learn more about Gamelan Pacifica as well as find information about upcoming events, recordings, and other news at gamelanpacifica.org.