Led by Artistic Director and Conductor Joseph White, the Seattle Mandolin Orchestra exists to preserve, promote, and extend America’s mandolin ensemble tradition. The orchestra features the entire mandolin family of instruments, including mandolin, mandola, mandocello, and mandobass.

The Seattle Mandolin Orchestra is dedicated to revitalizing the mandolin ensemble and expanding its repertoire through commissions and arrangements. The orchestra's repertoire encompasses baroque, classical, jazz, and folk traditions.