The Chameleon Ensemble – a vibrant collective of eight classical musicians (violins, viola, cellos, double bass, oboe, and guitar) – presents an unforgettable evening where timeless masterpieces meet the rich soundscape of the Indonesian archipelago.

From the fiery rhythms of Bizet’s Carmen Suite, the dramatic tension of Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture, and the enchanting dances of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker, to the Spanish flair of Albéniz’s Sevilla and the eerie brilliance of Saint-Saëns’ Danse Macabre, the program highlights the ensemble’s versatility and virtuosity.

Woven seamlessly into this journey are original compositions inspired by Indonesia’s musical heritage, where Western instruments echo the spirit of gamelan, folk melodies, and the natural world. Works such as Gamelan Lelambatan, Javanese Melody, Sea Change III & IV, and Dynamika Semesta transform traditional sonorities into new soundscapes, while the beloved folk song Gending Sriwijaya shines in a fresh, original arrangement.

A concert that bridges worlds, Classical Meets the Archipelago celebrates dialogue between East and West, past and present, and the ever-changing possibilities of music.