Indra Lesmana To Trie Utami Appears At Donny Suhendra's Tribute Concert

JAKARTA - The famous Indonesian musicians unite in a most sincere tribute to the late jazz fusion guitar maestro of Indonesia, Donny Suhendra.

Through the re-release of the posthumous album, 'Origin', in a black plate format, the celebration peaked through a single concert titled 'A Special Concert Tribute to Donny Suhendra'.

The concert which was held in Kemang, South Jakarta on Thursday, November 19, became a special event that was not just a musical stage, but an eternal monument to Donny's dedication to the Indonesian music industry as well as a real effort to help his family.

Meanwhile, the album Origin, which is now available in vinyl format, was re-launched thanks to a collaboration between the demajors record label and Indra Lesmana Dewa Budjana (ILDB).

The moment of launching this black plate was greeted by a tribute concert which became an emotional turning point. This is the first time Donny's instrumental works from the album have been heard live by his friends on stage,

Pentas tersebut menjadi ajang berkumpulnya para musisi jazz terkemuka yang merupakan rekan sepair sejalan Donny.

Indra Lesmana, Dewa Budjana, Tohpati, Barry Likumahuwa, Syaharani, Trie Utami, and Gerald Situmorang performed with the legendary's melody.

This collaboration shows how strong the bond of friendship goes beyond Donny's departure.

The essence of this grand event is very noble: respecting and remembering Donny Suhendra's artistic legacy, which is known as one of the pioneers of Indonesian jazz fusion.

More than that, all the funds collected from the event will be fully handed over to the deceased's family.

For collectors and fans, the Origin'' black disk along with the official CD and t-shirt merchandise has also been available and can be obtained via the demajors online page, www.demajors.com.

This concert confirms that Donny's music has not finished talking, he continues to resonate through the works and kindness of his friends.