Jakarta – Friday, March 21, 2025 – Iskandar Widjaja, one of Indonesia’s internationally renowned violinists, will hold a solo concert titled “The Classical Recital – Plays Classics & Indonesian Favourites” on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Usmar Ismail Hall in Jakarta. In this concert, Iskandar will perform alongside the celebrated Indonesian pianist, Stephanie Onggowinoto. Tickets are available online through tiket.com.
Concert Concept
The Classical Recital will showcase the beauty of classical music, harmoniously blended with popular Indonesian songs and regional melodies. This format follows the long tradition from Europe, where such concerts were originally held in intimate settings in small salons, specifically for classical music lovers. The audience will experience a fascinating combination of Western classical works such as Grieg and Tchaikovsky, alongside modern Indonesian compositions like “Konserto Nusantara” by Joko Lemazh.
Meaning of “The Classical Recital”
The recital will be a musical journey through various landscapes of sound, beginning with Edvard Grieg’s Violin Sonata No. 3, which evokes a Northern European atmosphere. It will be followed by Tchaikovsky’s elegant Valse-Scherzo and Sarasate’s virtuosic Zigeunerweisen. In the second half, the audience will enjoy traditional Indonesian works performed in a classical violin and piano format.
Iskandar Widjaja, globally recognized, has taken classical music to prestigious stages worldwide, including New York, Berlin, London, Italy, and China, receiving enthusiastic applause and sold-out performances.
Unique Aspects of “The Classical Recital”
What makes this concert special is the unique blend of world-class classical masterpieces with deeply emotional traditional Indonesian melodies. The collaboration of these two music genres provides a refreshing, colorful, and emotional concert experience.
Program
Iskandar Widjaja will perform 6 major pieces:
- C. Sinding: Suite in Old Style
- E. Grieg: Violin Sonata No. 3 in C Minor
- P. Tchaikovsky: Valse-Scherzo Op. 34
- J. Lemazh: Konserto Nusantara
- P. de Sarasate: Zigeunerweisen
- J. Lemazh: Lir Ilir
Encore:
- A Million Dreams
- Kiss the Rain
- Lacrimae
“Konserto Nusantara” holds special significance as it was composed as a tribute to Iskandar Widjaja by Sri Sultan Hamengkubuwono X of Yogyakarta. It was first performed with the Royal Orchestra Yogyakarta. The concerto combines popular Indonesian regional songs such as Bungong Jeumpa, O Ina Ni Keke, Paris Barantai, Ayo Mama, and Buka Pintu, presented in a grand three-movement violin concerto format.
Performance Duration
The concert will last approximately 2 hours, including a 30-minute intermission and 1.5 hours of main performance.
Musical Collaboration
Iskandar Widjaja will perform alongside talented pianist Stephanie Onggowinoto, a graduate of the Royal College of Music, London, who is widely recognized in the Indonesian classical music scene.
Special Moment in April
This concert follows the success of Iskandar Widjaja’s previous performance at Jakarta Concert Hall in November. This time, the concert will be more intimate and exclusive, designed in a chamber music format.
Iskandar Widjaja shares, “In this recital, I want to create a closer and more personal space, where every note can be felt more deeply by each listener. I believe this intimate atmosphere will bring classical music to our hearts.”
Iskandar Widjaja’s Hope for the Concert
Iskandar Widjaja hopes to bring classical music closer to Jakarta’s audience with a personal touch. He aims for the audience to enjoy the timeless beauty of music, which endures through centuries due to its philosophical depth and meaningfulness. By blending international classical works with traditional Indonesian repertoire, this concert will provide a fresh, engaging, and emotional experience for both classical music lovers and fans of Indonesian music.
Ticket Information for ISKANDAR WIDJAJA – THE CLASSICAL RECITAL – Plays Classics & Indonesian Favourites:
- Diamond: Rp. 1,600,000
- Platinum: Rp. 800,000
- Gold: Rp. 500,000
- Silver: Rp. 300,000
Prices do not include tax and ticket administration fees.
Event Information:
- Tour Name: Iskandar Widjaja “The Classical Recital – Plays Classics & Indonesian Favourites” with Stephanie Onggowinoto, Piano.
- Promo Video: Watch here.
- Event Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
- Show Time: 19:00 WIB
- Venue: Usmar Ismail Hall, Jakarta
- Official Ticketing Site: tiket.com
- Instagram: @iskandar.widjaja
- Official Event Hashtags: #IskandarWidjajaRecital2025 #IskandarWidjajaJakarta2025
About Iskandar Widjaja
Iskandar Widjaja is a renowned international violinist of Indonesian descent, born in Germany. He is celebrated for his virtuoso violin technique, expressive classical music interpretations, and captivating stage presence. A graduate of the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler Berlin, Iskandar has performed at prestigious venues such as Berlin Philharmonic Hall, Vienna Konzerthaus, Paris Fashion Week, Milan EXPO, and at the World Economic Forum in Davos for world leaders like Chancellor Merkel, President Jokowi, and Prabowo Subianto. He plays on a Stradivarius violin from 1690 and a J.B. Vuillaume violin from 1875. Iskandar frequently collaborates with international brands such as JJ Royal Coffee, Grand Seiko, AMAN Hotels, Shiseido, FENDI, Zegna, and Valentino. Follow him on Instagram @iskandar.widjaja.
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