I am Nikita Jeffrey Dompas, a jazz guitarist, music director, producer, arranger, and curator who has been shaping Indonesia's contemporary music scene for over two decades. I lead musical narratives, mentor performers, and explore cross-genre collaborations that sustain artistic depth and cultural relevance. I design complete musical experiences—overseeing musician selection, sound direction, stage dynamics, and emotional continuity—while building creative ecosystems through ventures like Shoemaker Studios and Java Jazz Festival. I value listening, inclusive leadership, and long-term sustainability in the arts, always aiming to create space for artists to shine with integrity and clarity.

Nikita Dompas

I am Nikita Jeffrey Dompas, a jazz guitarist, music director, producer, arranger, and curator who has been shaping Indonesia's contemporary music scene for over two decades. I lead musical narratives, mentor performers, and explore cross-genre collaborations that sustain artistic depth and cultural relevance. I design complete musical experiences—overseeing musician selection, sound direction, stage dynamics, and emotional continuity—while building creative ecosystems through ventures like Shoemaker Studios and Java Jazz Festival. I value listening, inclusive leadership, and long-term sustainability in the arts, always aiming to create space for artists to shine with integrity and clarity.

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I am Nikita Jeffrey Dompas, a jazz guitarist, music director, producer, arranger, and curator who has been shaping Indonesia’s contemporary music scene for over two decades. I lead musical narratives, mentor performers, and explore cross-genre collaborations that sustain artistic depth and cultural relevance.

I design complete musical experiences—overseeing musician selection, sound direction, stage dynamics, and emotional continuity—while building creative ecosystems through ventures like Shoemaker Studios and Java Jazz Festival. I value listening, inclusive leadership, and long-term sustainability in the arts, always aiming to create space for artists to shine with integrity and clarity.

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Language

Indonesian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Guitarist at Tomorrow People Ensemble
January 1, 2003 - Present
Guitarist in a contemporary ensemble, contributing to live performances and recordings.
Guitarist at POTRET
January 1, 2012 - Present
Guitarist in a project spanning pop, soul, and modern jazz contexts.
DJ / Co-Founder at Blowjams
January 1, 2019 - Present
DJ and co-founder of Blowjams; led weekly performances and collaborations blending soul, jazz, R&B, and dance.
Guitar & Ensemble Instructor at Institute Musik Daya Indonesia
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2010
Guitar & Ensemble Instructor teaching technique and ensemble performance.
Guitar & Ensemble Instructor at Universitas Pelita Harapan
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Guitar & Ensemble Instructor for university program.
Musical Director & Band Leader (Singers) at Andien Aisyah
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2019
Musical Director & Band Leader for Andien Aisyah; oversaw musician selection, arrangements, and vocal direction.
Musical Director for Indonesian Artists Concerts at Various Artists
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2025
Musical Director for multiple concerts and tours for Indonesian artists (e.g., Reza Artamevia, Iwa K, Syahrini).
Co-Founder & Musical Director at Shoemaker Studios
January 1, 2015 - Present
Co-founded Shoemaker Studios; led program development, curation, and creative direction.
Program Director, Curator at Java Jazz Festival
January 1, 2016 - Present
Program Director and Curator for Java Jazz Festival; focused on artist curation and program development.
Musical Director, Curator, and Performer at Jullien (Pacific Place, Jakarta)
November 1, 2025 - Present
Music director, curator, and performer integrating music into dining and cultural experience.

Education

Primary Education at SD Tarakanita I, Jakarta
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1993
Secondary Education at SMP Tarakanita V, Jakarta
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1996
Secondary Education at SMA Pangudi Luhur Brawijaya, Jakarta
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1998
Secondary Education at SMA Don Bosco Pondok Indah, Jakarta
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
Bachelor Program in Management at Universitas Katolik Atma Jaya, Jakarta
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002
Bachelor of Music (Pedagogy) at Institut Musik Daya Indonesia, Jakarta
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

IASJ Conference participation
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Tony Robbins – Business Mastery
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Jacob Collier – Hideaway Retreat
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other