Celebrating 30 fabulous years of Balinese music and dance, the fifty performers of Sekar Jaya will present the beauties of Balinese performing arts under the direction of master artist-in-residence I Made Arnawa. The outdoor venue reflects the open-air settings used in traditional Balinese contexts, where groups often play within or in front of temple courtyards. The audience is welcomed to enjoy the performance from various perspectives, to enjoy the complex interlocking rhythms and virtuosic ensemble sensibility of Balinese gamelan, and the myriad expressions and delicate hand and eye motions of Balinese dance.

Please visit Gamelan Sekar Jaya's website for more information.

Pusaka Sunda was established by Burhan Sukarma, renowned Sundanese suling (bamboo flute) virtuoso from West Java, Indonesia. In keeping with its name, which means Sundanese heirloom, the group is dedicated to the beautiful classical music of West Java's gamelan degung – a ten-piece set of bronze percussion instruments, suling, and drums. In addition, they have explored new compositions and collaborations to forge a connection to the music's new American home. Pusaka Sunda continues to draw upon its dedicated core musicians, supplemented by guest artists from Northern California and Indonesia.

Please visit Pusaka Sunda's website for more information.

Note: THE BAY BRIDGE WILL BE CLOSED LABOR DAY WEEKEND
8pm Thursday, Sept. 3 through 5am Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009
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