A captivating musical collaboration that brings warmth through a symphony of harmony

The University of Indonesia Symphony Orchestra (OSUI) Mahawaditra, in collaboration with the President University Orchestra (PUORCA), successfully held the 2024 Year-End Concert under the theme A Musical Remembrance. This heartfelt concert was organized to honor and appreciate Prof. Dr. Budi Susilo Soepandji, DEA, for his 31 years of dedication as a mentor to OSUI Mahawaditra, from 1993 to 2024.

Held at the Balai Resital Kertanegara on Saturday, November 23, 2024, this concert showcased the combined symphony orchestras of two prominent universities. The event unfolded in grandeur and was attended by an array of distinguished guests, including ministers, ambassadors from neighboring countries, national entrepreneurs, and classical music enthusiasts from various circles.

The concert was divided into two sessions: an afternoon session open to the public and an evening session exclusively for invited guests. Among the notable attendees were the Rector of the University of Indonesia and their delegates, the Rector and Trustee of President University Foundation, Deputy Minister of Creative Economy Irene Umar, and several ambassadors from friendly nations. Their presence added to the vibrant atmosphere of this monumental classical music performance in Jakarta.

A Moving Musical Collaboration

PUORCA, under the mentorship of Coach Drs. Hary Wisnu Yuniarta, B.Mus.Ed., M.A., has become a strategic platform for young talented musicians to hone their skills in the field of music. During this concert, PUORCA and OSUI Mahawaditra delivered a captivating blend of classical compositions and majestic modern arrangements.

Their repertoire included monumental pieces such as 1812 Overture, Op. 49 by P. I. Tchaikovsky, Carmen Suite No. 1 by Georges Bizet, Theme from New York, New York by Fred Ebb & John Kander, Don't Cry for Me Argentina by Andrew Lloyd Webber, as well as national songs like Hymne Guru by Sartono, Tanah Air by Saridjah Niung, and Varia Ibukota by Mochtar Embut.

The concert was also enriched by the exceptional talents of various musicians who brought a unique touch to each performance. Najwa Alya served as the Concert Master, Ati Sriati and Aning Katamsi performed as soloists, William Joel Matthew Quinn Rompis contributed as the arranger, and Renardi Effendi composed some of the pieces. Additionally, Deza A. Zakiy conducted OSUI Mahawaditra, with Metta F. Ariono as the Artistic Director.

The A Musical Remembrance concert became an unforgettable moment for the audience. Beyond serving as a tribute to Prof. Budi Susilo Soepandji’s dedication, the event demonstrated the power of collaboration between two symphony orchestras in creating a heart-stirring performance. With its combination of classical and modern music, as well as the finest talents in their field, the event succeeded in uniting and inspiring all those present.

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