East Meets West: Bridging Traditions

Hosted by The Elisha Tiga Eksperiment (ETX), this session is for musicians, composers, and curious listeners who've ever wondered what it sounds like when jazz meets the sounds of the Nusantara — and what it takes to get there.

ETX is a World Fusion Collective that bridges the spirit of jazz with musical traditions rooted in the region, having performed on some of the biggest stages across Asia. They bring unique, hard-earned insights into how culture can be preserved and reimagined through music — not as a gimmick, but as a genuine creative practice.

What to Expect

Cultural Roots in Music — Rekindling a stronger connection to our own musical heritage and what it means today.
Jazz in the New Era — How the genre is being redefined through a Southeast Asian lens.
New Sounds and Compositions — Encouragement and ideas for creating music rooted in your own cultural identity.
Composition and Arranging Insights — Practical takeaways for anyone exploring their own projects.
Live Musical Exploration — ETX bringing the ideas to life through performance.

Whether you're a musician looking to deepen your creative voice or simply curious about where tradition and innovation meet, this one's worth being in the room for.