Django received a grant for developing the debut album of his quartet. Janggo HutaBelanda is a quartet that creates original music in which composition, improvisation, and groove are central. The project focuses on developing a distinct group sound where interaction and rhythmic flexibility play a key role. The music is written for the specific lineup and evolves through rehearsals and live performances. In doing so, influences from contemporary jazz are combined with elements of Batak music (North Sumatra), integrated in a personal and cohesive way. The project represents an ongoing exploration of sound, ensemble playing, and musical identity.Django is the drummer, composer, and bandleader of Janggo HutaBelanda. He writes and develops music from the practice of ensemble playing, with a strong focus on rhythm, timing, and interaction. His work has been shaped within the contemporary Dutch jazz scene and is influenced by modern jazz, fusion, and groove-oriented music. In his approach, energy, clarity, and playability are central, with composition always remaining connected to improvisation and the moment of performance.