The Hawaii Loa College gamelan ensemble (profile)

This article traces the development and activities of a Cirebonese gamelan ensemble in the United States, based at Hawaii Loa College. It outlines the group's origin, pedagogy, international makeup, and evolving repertoire, including both classical and palace traditions. The narrative emphasizes the ensemble’s unique focus within a broader American gamelan scene that rarely engages with Cirebonese music and dance.