Harry Partch -- iconoclastic American composer, musical theorist, philosophic instrument builder, raconteur, hobo, artist -- presents unique challenges and aesthetics. This site, centering on the life and works of Partch, is maintained by people who knew him, worked with him, and are familiar with what moved him. We are one set of viewpoints, presented in a tone that we hope Harry himself would have approved: sometimes irreverent, occasionally bordering on the academic, essentially uncompromising. His beliefs, concepts and attitudes are advocated here. We are loose, but we are serious.

And, just so you know, this is all produced under the auspices of the Harry Partch Foundation (Danlee Mitchell, Executive Director) -- which makes Corporeal Meadows the official Partch site.

Our focus is to share information about Partch, examine his creative output, help with a historical perspective, track current events, and make an attempt to extend Partch's spirit. Our design goal is to maximize access: text documents are available, graphics and sound materials live in a separate area, all with the intent to provide information not easily found elsewhere. We direct you to other Partch resources, keep you abreast of concerts, recordings and publications, and provide links to Partch-related sites.

Corporeal Meadows is Harry's spot online. Start here for spirit-magic . . .

From Your Host

We have a brief update today: news of the passing of Jack Logan, and a call for your thoughts on the future direction of Corporeal Meadows...