The Papandayan International Online Jazz Competition 2027

TPJC 2027 — JAZZ BEYOND BORDERS

1. GENERAL TERMS

1. TPJC 2027 is open to bands from various countries that meet the eligibility requirements for the competition categories, whether amateur or professional.
2. The competition consists of two categories: Youth Category and Warrior Category.
3. Each band must have a minimum of 2 members (duo) and a maximum of 9 members (nonet).
4. Each participant may register and compete as a member of only one band.
5. Participants who have previously won first place in either category are not eligible to compete in TPJC again.
6. Participants must provide accurate, complete, and verifiable information during registration.
7. By registering, participants confirm that they have read and agreed to the TPJC 2027 terms and conditions.
8. Changes to a band’s lineup are not permitted throughout the TPJC 2027 competition. The members registered at the beginning of the competition must remain the same until all competition stages have concluded.

2. PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION

1. Registration must be completed through the online form on the official TPJC 2027 microsite.
2. This competition is free of charge.
3. The registration period runs from 1 November to 31 December 2026.
4. Each band must complete all required information, including the band’s details, competition category, band leader’s information, and member details.
5. The committee reserves the right to verify participant information and the completeness of registration documents.
6. Eligible participants will receive registration confirmation and video submission instructions at the email address provided during registration.
7. Participants are responsible for ensuring that the email address and contact information they provide are active and accessible.
8. Participants must follow all instructions and deadlines set by the committee for each stage of the competition.

3. COMPETITION CATEGORIES

TPJC 2027 has two competition categories:

1. Youth Category

General requirements:

1. Participants must be Indonesian citizens.
2. All band members must be under 23 years of age.

1. Warrior Category

General requirements:

1. For Indonesian citizens, the Warrior Category is intended for bands whose members are over 23 years old, as well as bands comprising members from mixed age groups.
2. Participants who are not Indonesian citizens may enter the Warrior Category without age restrictions.

4. PERFORMANCE VIDEO SUBMISSION

1. Performance videos for the elimination round must be submitted between 1 January and 18 March 2027.
2. Participants who have completed registration must follow the video submission instructions provided by the committee.
3. The video must clearly show the band’s performance and be suitable for judging.
4. Participants must comply with the song requirements, performance format, duration, and technical specifications set for each round.
5. The video must represent the participants’ actual performance. Audio manipulation or editing that alters the authenticity of the performance is not permitted.
6. The video and audio must be of adequate quality. Recording indoors or in a studio is recommended to help maintain sound quality.
7. Participants are responsible for ensuring that their submitted videos can be accessed and played by the committee.
8. Late submissions or failure to comply with submission requirements may affect a participant’s eligibility to continue in the competition, at the committee’s discretion.

5. VIDEO TECHNICAL GUIDELINES

1. Participants must follow the technical guidelines established by the committee for each competition round.
2. Information regarding video resolution, orientation, file format, maximum file size, performance duration, and editing rules will be provided after registration.
3. Participants are advised to check all technical requirements before uploading their videos to avoid submission issues.

6. COMPETITION PROCESS AND JUDGING

1. The competition consists of several selection stages: the elimination round, semifinal, and final.
2. Participants advancing to the next stage will be announced through TP Jazz Management’s official communication channels.
3. Participants who advance must follow the submission instructions and schedule for the next round.
4. Performances will be evaluated by a panel of judges appointed by the organizer, based on the competition’s judging criteria.
5. The judges’ decisions are final, in accordance with the official competition rules.
6. The organizer reserves the right to establish any technical procedures necessary to ensure that judging is conducted properly and fairly.

7. PUBLICITY AND USE OF MATERIALS

1. Participants may be asked to provide information, photographs, band biographies, and other supporting materials for competition administration and publicity.
2. Submitted materials may be used by the organizer for TPJC 2027 communications, documentation, and promotional purposes, subject to the applicable consent and material-use terms.

8. DISQUALIFICATION

The organizer reserves the right to review participant eligibility and take action in accordance with the competition rules if any of the following are found:

1. False or misleading registration information.
2. Violations of membership requirements or category eligibility rules.
3. Violations of technical requirements or submission rules.
4. Manipulation of performance materials or other conduct that compromises the integrity of the competition.

9. CHANGES TO THE SCHEDULE AND RULES

1. The organizer reserves the right to amend the schedule, technical procedures, or competition rules when necessary.
2. Any changes will be announced through the microsite or TP Jazz Management’s official communication channels.
3. Participants are responsible for keeping up to date with official information and announcements throughout the competition.

10. PARTICIPANT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

By completing registration for TPJC 2027, participants confirm that:

• The information provided in the registration form is accurate and complete.
• They have read and agreed to the competition’s terms and conditions.
• They agree to follow the organizer’s procedures, schedule, and decisions in accordance with the official rules.
• They understand that performance opportunities and additional benefits are subject to confirmation and the organizer’s official arrangements.

Contact:

WhatsApp: +62-877-0060-8383

Email: tpjf@thepapandayan.com

TPJC 2027 — JAZZ BEYOND BORDERS

Organized by TP Jazz Management