Jazz Goes to Campus
| Jazz Goes To Campus | |
|---|---|
| Status | Active |
| Genre | Jazz |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Location(s) | FEB UI Campus Ground, Depok, Indonesia |
| Years active | 1977–present |
| Inaugurated | 1977 |
| Founder | Candra Darusman |
| Most recent | 17 November 2024 |
| Next event | 9 November 2025 |
| Organised by | Mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Universitas Indonesia |
| Website | www |
Jazz Goes To Campus (abbreviated as JGTC) is the longest-running jazz festival in Indonesia, first held in 1977 and organized annually by students of the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Indonesia (FEB UI). Initiated by the UI Faculty of Economics Students’ Senate, the festival is widely recognized as a pioneer in bringing jazz to broader audiences, especially youth.
Over the years, JGTC has grown from a campus-based music movement into a national benchmark in jazz culture, promoting both legendary artists and emerging musicians through its main event and a wide range of pre-events.
Alongside other major festivals like Java Jazz Festival, JGTC has played a key role in shaping the landscape of Indonesia’s jazz scene. Today, JGTC continues to evolve with youth-focused themes, inclusive programming, and collaborative spirit—bridging generations through the universal language of jazz.
History
JGTC's initlal idea was founded by Candra Darusman in the 1970s, when he was a student at Faculty of Economics. Coincidentally, jazz music at that time was in demand by the public and university students.[1] In the beginning, JGTC was held at Taman MIPA at UI Salemba Campus in Jakarta with minimal facilities.[2] Candra Darusman's goal was very simple: "Bringing Jazz to Campus", especially because jazz music was considered a luxury at the time, only available to hotels and luxurious cafes. Now, JGTC has grown to become a series of events running for one month, with the JGTC Festival as the peak event held at FEB UI Depok Campus ground as a result of campus moving. The event is equipped with 4 stages and attended with more than 35 performers, both local and international.
Since the 32nd JGTC held in 2009, the organizing committee has hosted a roadshow as a part JGTC series of events. JGTC Roadshow has been held in various cities in Indonesia, such as Yogyakarta, Semarang, Bali, Bandung, Bandar Lampung, Malang, Palembang and Surabaya. JGTC Roadshow is aimed to continue the "Bringing Jazz to Campus" vision, especially in major cities outside Jabodetabek.[3]
A handful of jazz singers that has performed in the event are: Depapepe, Raisa, Olivia Ong, Sondre Lerche, Ray Harris, Bubi Chen, Bill Saragih, Benny Likumahuwa, Barry Likumahuwa, Ireng Maulana, Jack Lesmana, Indra Lesmana Reborn, Riza Arshad, Balawan, Tohpati, Syaharani, Elfa Secioria, Gilang Ramadhan, The Groove, Tulus, Maliq & D'Essentials, Gugun Blues Shelter, Bob James, Dave Koz, Ron Reeves, Coco York, Cabaleros, Claire Martin Quintet, Glenn Fredly, Tompi, Andien, Lenka, Daniel Powter, Samifati, and Boyzlife.[4]
Editions
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 (33rd) | 28 November | FE UI Campus Ground | "Unleash The Jazz Within" |
| International Singers | Tokyo Blue (Malaysia) | ||
| Local Singers | Andien, Idang Rasjidi, Maliq & D'Essentials, The Groove, and others | ||
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
| 2011 (34th) | 4 December | FE UI Campus Ground | "Jazz The Way It Is" |
| International Singers | Nouvelle Vague (France) | ||
| Local Singers | Barry Likumahuwa, Benny Likumahuwa, Glenn Fredly, Idang Rasjidi Syndicate, LLW ft. Dira Sugandi and others | ||
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
| 2012 (35th) | 25 November | FE UI Campus Ground | "Freedom of Jazzpression" |
| International Singers | Orange Pekoe (Japan), Martin Denev (Bulgaria), Toninho Horta (Brazil) | ||
| Local Singers | Andien, Barry Likumahuwa, ESQI:EF – Syaharani and Queenfireworks, Dwiki Dharmawan Quartet, Glenn Fredly, Idang Rasjidi ft. Oele Pattiselanno and Iwan Wiradz, Monita Tahalea and the Nightingales, Raisa, SORE, The Groove, Tompi, Tulus and others | ||
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
| 2013 (36th) | 1 December | FE UI Campus Ground | "Jazz It Your Way!" |
| International Singers | Depapepe (Japan), Kyoto Jazz Massive (Japan) | ||
| Local Singers | Andien, Barry Likumahuwa, ESQI:EF – Syaharani and Queenfireworks, Dwiki Dharmawan Quartet, Idang Rasjidi ft. Oele Pattiselanno and Iwan Wiradz, Monita Tahalea and the Nightingales, Raisa, SORE, Tompi, Tulus and others | ||
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
| 2014 (37th) | 30 November | FE UI Campus Ground | "The Ultimate Jazzperience" |
| International Singers | Sondre Lerche (Norway) | ||
| Local Singers | Adhitia Sofyan, Bakutindis, Glenn Fredly, Idang Rasjidi Syndicate, Monita Tahalea and the Nightingales, Oele Pattiselanno Quartet, Tulus, dan lain-lain | ||
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
| 2015 (38th) | 29 November | FEB UI Campus Ground | "The Thrill is Back!" |
| International Singers | Eric Legnini Trio (Belgium), Lenka (Australia), Rei Narita (Japan) | ||
| Local Singers | Baim, Danilla, Dewa Budjana, Indra Lesmana ft. Eva Celia, Isyana Sarasvati, Krakatau Reunion, Maliq & D'Essentials, Raisa and others | ||
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
| 2016 (39th) | 27 November | FEB UI Campus Ground | "Jazz is the Moment!" |
| International Singers | Daniel Powter (Canada), Kgomotso Xolisa Mamaila (South Africa), Samy Thiebault Quartet (France) | ||
| Local Singers | Barasuara, Barry Likumahuwa, Dikta Project, Kahitna, Mocca, Monita Tahalea, Raisa, Ricad, Rizky Febian, Teza Sumendra, Tohpati Bertiga, Vidi Aldiano and others | ||
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
| 2017 (40th) | 26 November | FEB UI Campus Ground | "Jazzing Through Decades" |
| International Singers | Al McKay's Earth, Wind & Fire Experience (United States), Rémi Panossian Trio (France) | ||
| Local Singers | Chaseiro, Danilla, Fariz RM, Gerald Situmorang Dimensions, Maliq & D'Essentials, Mondo Gascaro, RAN, Rendy Pandugo, Sri Hanuraga ft. Dira Sugandi: Indonesia Vol. 1, The Groove, Tulus, Vira Talisa and others | ||
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
| 2018 (41st) | 2 December | FEB UI Campus Ground | "Bring the Jazz On!" |
| International Singers | Boyzlife (Ireland) | ||
| Local Singers | Andien, Dwiki Dharmawan, Glenn Fredly, HIVI!, Teddy Adhitya and others | ||
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
| 2019 (42nd) | 24 November | FEB UI Campus Ground | "Feel the New Jazzperience!" |
| International Singers | Braxton Cook (United States), EYM Trio (France), Keith Martin (United States) | ||
| Local Singers | Adhitia Sofyan, Ardhito Pramono, Barasuara, Dengarkan Dia, Ecoutez!, ENVY* x Rafi Muhammad, KRLY, Later Just Find, Maliq & D'Essentials, Marion Jola, Marcell, Monita Tahalea, Mus Mujiono ft. Deddy Dhukun, Nidji, NonaRia dan Oele Pattiselanno, Pamungkas, Raisa, RAN, Skastra, SYAHRAVI | ||
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
| 2020 | Cancelled | ||
| Year | Date | Venue | Theme |
| 2021 (43rd) | 13-14 February | Online Streaming at GoPlay and LOKET Live | "Rediscover Your Jazzpression!" |
| International Singers | - | ||
| Local Singers | Rossa, Kunto Aji, Fariz RM, Adikara Fardy, ChAS (Chaseiro All Stars), Deredia, Dua Empat X Rubina, Greybox X Neida, Mad Madmen, Rayhan Nadhif, TEN2FIVE, Voxxes, White Shoes & The Couples Company and others | ||
| 2021 (44th) | 12 Desember | Online Streaming at GoPlay and LOKET Live | "Reminiscing the Good Ol' Jazz!!" |
| International Singers | - | ||
| Local Singers | Kunto Aji, Rossa, Adikara Fardy, Fariz RM, TEN2FIVE, White Shoes & The Couples Company, Voxxes, Rayhan Nadhif, and others. | ||
| 2022 (45th) | 13 November | FEB UI Campus Ground | "Reminiscing the Good Ol' Jazz!" |
| International Singers | Slchld (South Korea) | ||
| Local Singers | Pamungkas, Maliq & D’Essentials, Teddy Adhitya, Teza Sumendra, HIVI!, Nadin Amizah, The Overtunes, Diskoria, Reality Club, and others. | ||
| 2023 (46th) | 12 November | FEB UI Campus Ground | "Harmonizing the Jazz Legacy" |
| International Singers | Charlie Burg (America), Sheila Majid (Malaysia) | ||
| Local Singers | Kunto Aji, Adikara Fardy, Rizky Febian, RAN, Lalahuta, Nadin Amizah, Barry Likumahuwa ft. Dira Sugandi & A. Nayaka, Oslo Ibrahim, and others. | ||
| 2024 (47th) | 17 November | FEB UI Campus Ground | "Weaving Jazz In Every Symphony" |
| International Singers | Jeremy Passion (America) | ||
| Local Singers | Raisa, Reza Artamevia, Maliq & D’Essentials, Bernadya, Juicy Luicy, Sal Priadi, Nadin Amizah, HIVI!, D’Masiv, Fariz RM ft. Candra Darusman, Reality Jazz Club ft. Nial Djuliarso & Vira Talisa, and others. | ||
| 2025 (48th) | 9 November (Coming Soon) | FEB UI Campus Ground | "Serenading Jazz For The Youth" |
| International Singers | (To be Announced) | ||
| Local Singers | Adikara, Barry Likumahuwa ft. Indra Dauna & Rega Dauna (Tribute to Stevie Wonder), Lomba Sihir, T.Rucira x Jubilee Marissa x Tarrarin, Teddy Aditya ft. Teza Sumendra, Rahmania Astrini, Farrel Hilal, Monita Tahalea, and Matthew Sayersz, Wijaya 80, and many more to be announce. | ||
References
- ^ Yudhistira, Ricky (1 December 2005). "JAZZ Goes to Campus Jalan di Tempat?". Pikiran Rakyat (in Indonesian). Archived from the original on 1 December 2007. Retrieved 19 November 2007.
- ^ Koesuma, Ryan (27 November 2005). "The 28th Jazz Goes to Campus, FEUI Depok". deathrockstar.info (in Indonesian). Archived from the original on 28 November 2007. Retrieved 17 November 2007.
- ^ "Jazz Communion". jazzgoestocampus.net. 17 October 2010. Archived from the original on 26 November 2010. Retrieved 30 September 2023.
- ^ "History of Jazz Goes To Campus". jazzgoestocampus.net. 3 November 2007. Archived from the original on 3 November 2007. Retrieved 14 November 2007.