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Jazz concert in Bandung Barat expected to boost regional economy

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A jazz music concert, TP Jazz Universe Greatest Movie Soundtrack, is scheduled for September 4, 2026, in Bandung Barat, Indonesia.
  • The event aims to boost the local economy by attracting jazz enthusiasts from outside the region to experience local tourism, cuisine, and SMEs.
  • The concert will feature Indonesian musicians performing jazz interpretations of national and international film soundtracks.

Bandung Barat Regent Jeje Ritchie Ismail is optimistic that the upcoming TP Jazz Universe Greatest Movie Soundtrack concert will positively impact the local economy. The event, a fusion of music, culture, and community, is set to take place on September 4, 2026, at the Mason Grand Ballroom in the Mason Pine Hotel.

The concert is organized by TP Jazz Management in collaboration with Kota Baru Parahyangan. It will feature prominent Indonesian musicians such as Dwiki Dharmawan, Dira Sugandi, Dirly Dave, Rimar Calista, and Sandy Sondoro. They will perform jazz renditions of iconic soundtracks from both national and international films.

Of course, we welcome the upcoming jazz music concert. This event will certainly have an impact on the economic sector in Bandung Barat.

โ€” Jeje Ritchie IsmailExpressing optimism about the economic benefits of the jazz concert.

"Of course, we welcome the upcoming jazz music concert. This event will certainly have an impact on the economic sector in Bandung Barat," Jeje stated. He believes the concert will benefit various creative economy sectors, encouraging visitors from outside the region to stay longer, enjoy local culinary offerings, and support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Ryan Brasali, Director of PT Belaputera Intiland, highlighted that the collaboration aligns with Kota Baru Parahyangan's philosophy of Community Based Development, fostering social interaction and community growth. "The development of the area is not only focused on physical aspects but also on creating spaces that encourage social interaction and the growth of community life," Ryan explained. Tickets are priced at Rp 250,000 for the public, with a pre-sale price of Rp 175,000 available until August 14, 2026, or until sold out.

The development of the area is not only focused on physical aspects but also on creating spaces that encourage social interaction and the growth of community life.

โ€” Ryan BrasaliExplaining the community-focused development philosophy behind Kota Baru Parahyangan.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.