The journey of The Papandayan International Jazz Online Competition (TPJC) 2026 continues. The international jazz competition remains open for participant registration and performance video submissions until 31 March 2026. Through its online format, TPJC invites jazz bands from around the world to perform on a global stage while sharing creativity, musical identity, and cross-cultural collaboration.
Carrying the spirit of “Unity in Harmony,” TPJC offers equal opportunities for both professional and amateur musicians to showcase their work without geographical limitations. The competition is open in two categories: Youth Jazz (under 23 years old) and Jazz Warrior (above 23 years old).
TPJC 2026 has also announced six judges who will evaluate participants’ performances. They include Dwiki Dharmawan, an Indonesian jazz composer and pianist with extensive international experience; Barry Likumahuwa, a contemporary jazz-funk bassist known for his modern approach; Hari Pochang, a senior Indonesian jazz guitarist and educator; Venche Manuhutu, a saxophonist and arranger with a long presence in Indonesia’s jazz scene; and international judge Carolina Brusse from the Netherlands, a jazz vocalist known for her distinctive voice and performances across European stages. Carolina Brusse’s participation as a judge is made possible through the support of Erasmus Huis.
In addition to international recognition, winners of TPJC 2026 will receive total cash prizes of IDR 100,000,000, a Gold Plated Trophy, and the opportunity to perform at The Papandayan Jazz Festival 2026, while opening opportunities for collaboration with prominent jazz musicians.
Founder of TP Jazz Management, Bobby Renaldi, stated that TPJC is not merely about competition, but about a musical journey.
“TPJC is designed as an inclusive global stage. In this digital era, we believe that talent is no longer defined by location, but by the courage to create and share one’s voice with the world. TPJC is not only about competition—it is a musical journey. Every submission carries a story, character, and the spirit of jazz from its place of origin,” said Bobby Renaldi.
Participants can still register their bands and submit performance videos through the official website until the end of March 2026.
More than just a competition, TPJC 2026 continues to position itself as a global meeting point for jazz musicians—providing a platform to express identity, build connections, and celebrate jazz as a universal language that unites differences.
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