Gamelan Ensemble Featured in Lou Harrison Tribute

David PesciMarch 7, 20111min
Wesleyan's gamelan ensemble helps west meet east in review of Harrison's works

An article in The Washington Post of a music review featuring the works of composer Lou Harrison includes the gamelan ensemble, which played a vital role in some of the performances. The three-day “min-festival” was in Washington, D.C., the ensemble was led by Sumarsam, adjunct professor of music. The gamelan ensemble also performed at the Indonesian Embassy during the trip.