Golo Mori Jazz 2024 has to be postponed to early 2025″/>INTERNATIONAL Golo Mori Jazz 2024, which was scheduled to be held on November 16 2024 in Labuan Bajo, NTT, had to be postponed due to the eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki, East Flores, NTT.
This was conveyed by the Main Director of Jazz Gunung Indonesia, Bagas Indyatmono, during a press conference, Monday (11/11) which took place online.
“Indeed, this is a decision that is not easy to take. Just from the title Jazz Gunung Indonesia, we realize that apart from giving us blessings, this mountain is also a reminder that maybe we should break for a moment and empathize with the situation,” said Bagas to the media.
Even though the organizers have completed 80 percent of their preparations, according to Bagas, the decision to postpone the 2024 International Golo Mori Jazz event was also to prioritize the safety of visitors, the production team and all related parties.
“Preparations are 80 percent complete at the event location. The stands have started to be built, the sound system has arrived there. “But we took this decision more quickly so that the mitigation process could run better,” he explained.
GM of The Golo Mori, Aji Munarwiyanto, on the same occasion also added that in fact the venue for the International Golo Mori Jazz event was not directly affected by the eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki. This cancellation, he said,
“So actually there was no direct impact on Golo Mori. “Conditions there are normal activities, but visually it’s a little foggy, so normally Labuan Bajo, which is bright, is now a bit foggy, this is the influence of volcanic ash,” he explained.
Under these conditions, he continued, local people are also required to wear masks while in Labuan Bajo.
Aji emphasized that the cancellation of the 2024 International Golo Mori Jazz event was also due to disruption of connectivity in Labuan Bajo due to volcanic ash.
“Yesterday there was another eruption. The wind is to the North-West so that it disturbs the flight until 2-3 days now Labuan Bajo airport is still closed. We hope this condition passes quickly.
Meanwhile, a representative from InJourney Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), Inka Sulistya, added that her party predicts that the International Golo Mori Jazz Festival will take place in the first quarter of 2025.
“God willing, we will continue to be committed to holding this event. We don’t know about the Mount Merapi disaster. Now it erupts, a week later we don’t know. God willing, in the first quarter of 2025 we will hold this event. “Hopefully it will be better,” he concluded. (Nov)
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How does Bagas Indyatmono plan to engage the community while rescheduling the Jazz Gunung Indonesia festival?
**Interview with Bagas Indyatmono, Main Director of Jazz Gunung Indonesia**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Bagas. We understand that the International Golo Mori Jazz 2024 has been postponed. Can you explain what led to this decision?
**Bagas Indyatmono:** Thank you for having me. Yes, unfortunately, we had to postpone the event, which was scheduled for November 16, 2024, due to the recent eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki in East Flores, NTT. Although 80 percent of our preparations were complete, the safety of our visitors, the production team, and everyone involved was our top priority in making this difficult decision.
**Interviewer:** That must have been a tough call to make. How have your preparations been impacted by the volcanic activity?
**Bagas Indyatmono:** Indeed, it was not easy. We had already made significant progress—the stands were being built, and the sound systems had arrived. However, we realized that, as the festival is closely tied to our mountain heritage, it’s vital to take a moment to empathize with and respect the natural situation surrounding us. Ensuring safety is paramount, so we felt it necessary to act swiftly.
**Interviewer:** Safety is certainly a priority. What are the next steps for the event now that it’s postponed?
**Bagas Indyatmono:** We are focused on improving our mitigation processes and reassessing the situation as we plan for a new date in early 2025. We hope that this will allow us to provide an even better experience that celebrates both the music and the beauty of the Golo Mori area, while being mindful of the ongoing volcanic activity.
**Interviewer:** Aside from the safety concerns, what else does postponing the event mean for the community and the festival itself?
**Bagas Indyatmono:** Postponing the festival will allow us to better engage with the community and ensure that when we do hold the event, it boosts local tourism and economic growth as intended. We want to maintain the festival’s spirit, which celebrates jazz music and the stunning nature of Indonesia’s eastern regions.
**Interviewer:** That sounds like a thoughtful approach. Any final thoughts you’d like to share with your audience and festival-goers?
**Bagas Indyatmono:** We truly appreciate the understanding and support from our audience. We are committed to keeping everyone updated as we work towards a new date for the International Golo Mori Jazz. Please stay tuned, and we look forward to creating a beautiful festival that everyone can enjoy once it is safe to do so.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Bagas. We wish you all the best as you navigate these challenges and look forward to the rescheduled event!
**Bagas Indyatmono:** Thank you for having me.
