Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
CJ LIVE at Bombyx, Northampton, MA (May 5, 2024)
A live, improvised performance of "The Name Song" by CJ, a singer-songwriter turned music producer from Indonesia. Using only her voice and a loop station, CJ demonstrates her creative process in real-time, exploring the idea that "sound exists everywhere." This minimalistic approach celebrates the rich musical possibilities found in something as personal as a name, uncovering tones, melodies, and rhythms through audience input.
Each performance is entirely unique, shaped by the venue and the names provided by the audience. Through this interactive and spontaneous process, CJ invites the audience to co-create a one-of-a-kind musical moment that celebrates connection and creativity. With audience participation as a key element, the performance highlights the ephemeral magic of a shared moment—fleeting yet unforgettable.
The performance also features Alona (Koma), a percussionist from Ukraine, whose contributions enrich the dynamic textures of the composition. youtube.com/@komasounds
Part of the OneBeat 13 Tour, a program created by the U.S. Department of State to unite musicians from around the world to create, perform, and connect with diverse communities. Learn more at OneBeat’s official website. 1beat.org
Huge thanks for the video footages!
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instagram.com/katecampbellstrauss
CJ LIVE at Bombyx, Northampton, MA (May 5, 2024)
A live, improvised performance of "The Name Song" by CJ, a singer-songwriter turned music producer from Indonesia. Using only her voice and a loop station, CJ demonstrates her creative process in real-time, exploring the idea that "sound exists everywhere." This minimalistic approach celebrates the rich musical possibilities found in something as personal as a name, uncovering tones, melodies, and rhythms through audience input.
Each performance is entirely unique, shaped by the venue and the names provided by the audience. Through this interactive and spontaneous process, CJ invites the audience to co-create a one-of-a-kind musical moment that celebrates connection and creativity. With audience participation as a key element, the performance highlights the ephemeral magic of a shared moment—fleeting yet unforgettable.
The performance also features Alona (Koma), a percussionist from Ukraine, whose contributions enrich the dynamic textures of the composition. youtube.com/@komasounds
Part of the OneBeat 13 Tour, a program created by the U.S. Department of State to unite musicians from around the world to create, perform, and connect with diverse communities. Learn more at OneBeat’s official website. 1beat.org
Huge thanks for the video footages!
instagram.com/discocakefilms
instagram.com/katecampbellstrauss
