Jazz Gunung Series 3 Ijen 2025 Presents a Collaboration of Music and Visual Arts, Indulging the Ears and Eyes

Kapanlagi.com - The BRI Jazz Gunung series 3 Ijen 2025 held at the Taman Gandrung Terakota Jiwa Jawa Resort, Banyuwangi, on Saturday (9/8/2025) night concluded impressively. Not only showcasing quality jazz music entertainment from various musicians both domestic and international, this event also featured an artistic visual art exhibition in the form of sculptures and batik that hold high philosophical value.

1. Opening of the Visual Art Exhibition

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Sigit Pramono together with Butet Kartaredjasa as the Founder of Jazz Gunung Indonesia stated that besides the music performances, this Jazz Gunung Series 3 also showcases outdoor visual art works that deserve appreciation.

"In addition to jazz, which has two stages, the sukaria stage and the main stage tonight, we are also holding an outdoor visual art exhibition," said Sigit Pramono on Saturday (9/8/2025).

The visual art exhibition titled 'Fora Fauna' features around 40 works created by alumni and students of ISI Yogyakarta. Dr. Mikke Susanto, MA, as the Curator of the Outdoor Visual Art Exhibition and also a Postgraduate Lecturer at ISI Yogyakarta, explained each work displayed throughout the event venue.

2. Beta Jemur Batik Exhibition

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"In addition, we are also holding a batik exhibition titled Beta Jemur, which is a solo exhibition from the batik maestro artist from Pekalongan, Mr. Mohammad Romadon, affectionately called Dudung," added Sigit, introducing Dudung Alisyahbana as the creator of the batik work 'Beta Jemur'.

The collection of batik fabrics 'Beta Jemur', which means 'I am drying', is displayed along the bamboo forest on the road leading to the entrance of the main stage, giving an artistic impression while also being rich in traditional cultural nuances.

3. Beautiful Fusion of Local and Foreign Musicians

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Regarding the decision to invite both local and foreign jazz musicians, Bagas Indyatmono, the CEO of Jazz Gunung Indonesia, expressed his reasons. Jazz Gunung series 3 has a unique color because it showcases cultural acculturation from local and international musicians.

"I want this to be a festival, a festival is a place where we discover something new but also find something familiar. That’s why this year we have jazz players from America, from Poland, from France, and suddenly we have Suliyana, Jazz Patrol, and so on. We want there to be a cultural acculturation where we get to know each other. So the friends from abroad can know what Indonesian music is like, and vice versa, friends from Indonesia can also learn, understand, and get to know how jazz music is played at a festival. But yes, I still say this is Jazz Gunung because you could say 80% of it is still jazz," explained Bagas during the Media Gathering, Friday (8/8/2025).

4. Jazz Patrol Kawitan Enlivens the Atmosphere

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The Jazz Gunung Series 3 event began with a performance by Jazz Patrol Kawitan, which can be enjoyed for free in the caravan stage area. This music group from Banyuwangi, which carries the ethnic jazz music genre, performed several songs, particularly using the spirited Osing language. Jazz Patrol Kawitan performed twice, in the afternoon and evening, and can be enjoyed for free in the MSME trade area.

5. The Uniqueness of Surabaya Pahlawan Jazz

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Like Jazz Patrol, another local musician that attracts attention is Surabaya Pahlawan Jazz. This community of jazz musicians from Surabaya presents jazz music from a mobile caravan stage. Combining jazz with a relaxed street style, Surabaya Pahlawan Jazz often participates in various jazz events in Surabaya.

6. The Enchanting Two Four

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Shifting to the main stage of the amphitheater, the jazz guitar duo Two Four, consisting of Alvin Ghazalie and Misi Lesar featuring Marini Nainggolan, began entertaining the audience with melodies known for their romantic, warm, and easy-to-enjoy style. Performing several songs such as 'From Friendship To Lovers', 'My Funny Guy', and 'Isn't It Romantic?', the relaxed atmosphere as evening approached made the audience comfortable in their seats.

7. The Sweetness of The Aartsen ft. Adam Zagorski

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The jazz music performance continued with The Aartsen, consisting of Nita Aartsen along with her husband and children. Joined by Adam Zagorski on drums, The Aartsen ft. Adam Zagorski took the stage with melodies that were pleasing to the ears. Performing several songs such as 'Greysun', 'Blue Rondo F', Orchid Flower C, and Jali2 am, the audience was captivated by the chemistry between Nita Aartsen and her husband on stage.

8. Harmoni Irsa Destiwi Trio ft. William Lyle

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As evening approached, Irsa Destiwi Trio ft. William Lyle contributed to a tranquil atmosphere with a setlist including 'Rosy Cheeks by Irsa Destiwi', 'Ballad 22 in Eb', and 'My Name is Ruby'. This jazz group led by pianist and composer Irsa Destiwi concluded their performance beautifully, leaving an emotional impression with the harmony between jazz and classical music.

9. Fresh Kevin Yosua Trio ft. Fabien Mary

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Continuing the Jazz Gunung event, Kevin Yosua Trio ft. Fabien Mary took the stage after the venue was drenched by rain. Although the performance was temporarily delayed and paused due to the outdoor setting, it did not dampen the enthusiasm of Kevin Yosua Trio and the audience to enjoy the melodious jazz music. Partnering with Fabien Mary, a renowned trumpeter from France, the instrumental jazz music flowed elegantly, adding a fresh atmosphere after the rain.

10. Suliyana & Glam Orchestra at the End of the Event

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At the end of the event, Suliyana & Glam Orchestra delivered an engaging performance with a setlist of songs that were quite familiar to the audience. Performing several dangdut songs infused with jazz melodies such as 'Cundamani', 'Rungkad', 'LDR', and 'Kopi Dangdut', Suliyana & Glam Orchestra successfully brought a new, festive, and spirited atmosphere to this edition of the Mountain Jazz series 3.

The BRI Mountain Jazz Series 3 Ijen in Banyuwangi has concluded, following series 1 and 2 which were previously held at Mount Bromo. Throughout the festival, the combination of quality jazz melodies and the natural panorama of Mount Ijen created an experience that was not just entertainment, but also a celebration of harmony between music, visual arts, and nature.

(kpl/fbi)