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the Classic always Works

Remember the time when jazz was under-rated and considered as the music for either old, geek or boring people? During that period, jazz events were nothing interesting. And then suddenly, it became every one's favorite. Generating hideous amount of music festivals all around the country, making a new image in the music industry.

And after Jazz, I just think that it is time for Classic music to obtain the same recognition as others. It is just the perfect timing to change another perception and generalization of music. Classic music. And why do I said so? 

You shouldn't run or close your eyes as soon as I mentioned Classic music. It won't be that scary. I promise. 

Many thinks Classic music is only about sleepy tunes played by man in tux with a full team of orchestra supporting him. Or one big lady in a big dress with crazy make up singing a song that you can't even understand. Well, one surprise for you, it is not.

Ever heard of Max Richter? Ludovico Eiunadi? or maybe Olafur Arnalds?

An idea in increasing the interest and introducing classic music came into mind especially with classic crossover emerged recently. The only way to achieve this objective is by creating an event performing different kind of music interpretation by various artist. 

Given title, "Classic Crossover versus the World" -is a preliminary process in conducting one series of event to promote the classic music and its musicians. Klasik SMAN 3 Bandung enthusiastically agreed to be featured in this event, giving a tribute by covering a crossover version of Ryuichi Sakamoto, John William, Olafur Arnalds and Max Ritcher, directed by Dissa Kamajaya.

It is such ashamed that the Higher Education of Music Institute Bandung are not going to be able to participate due to its examination schedule. Hopefully the ITB Student Orchestra would be able to join and perform a delicate sounds of classic music. 

Should there are any other classic musician who'd like to be involved, you guys are very much welcomed to support us in any way that is possible. If you are a musician, then give us a performance. If you are someone who care for classic music and share the same will to spread the music, you can support us by coming to the event. If you are students who have free time, you can offer yourself to help organizing the event. Last and my favorite, if you are (simply) one organization with extra budget for community like this, you can just write 'em a cheque ;)

This event itself is expected to be the pioneer in developing classic music in the music industry. Had it succeeded, there will be another series of events coming up. 

The organizer of Classic Crossover versus the World is lucky to have the support from Braga Cafe & Craft (Bandung) to use their premise in holding the event.

(Thanks to them) You don't even have to pay a single penny to come!

Located just beside the historical building of AACC (Asia Africa Cultural Center), it makes Braga Cafe & Craft as the perfect place to hold this event. This will not only change the perception of the classic music and its musician but also in proofing to the audience that classic music could be enjoyed while you were sipping your coffee in a cafe or enjoy a glass of wine in a lounge. Assuring you that classic music could be so much fun. 

In fact with the involvement from Klasik SMAN 3 Bandung, it is clear that the event wants to attract teenager and young adult because classic music does not belong only to a certain exclusive community. 

So what's your loss in coming and supporting the event? Nothing. Instead, you'll meet new people, you'll make more new friends and you'll have a different point of view of music.

The event being prepared to happen on 12th of February 2011 - and you can help to make it happen.

Oh!

One last message from me, from food to clothing - from drinks to cars - from style to music, the Classic always works.

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written by Meity Fitriani

Kuala Lumpur, 22nd January 2011