The Bangkok Classical Concert Calendar
The information in this calendar is
provided as a public service. Information comes directly from the organizers of the
concerts themselves. While every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy of the
information, concert schedules in Bangkok do change, sometimes at very short notice.
Please check with the concert organizer for details.
This calendar is divided into several categories, including
one for non-musical events, which we added in response to recent requests:
You may scroll through them all or click one of the above links to go directly to
that group.
SYMPHONY CONCERTS
Sunday, July 12th, 2009 7:00 PM
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15th World Saxophone Congress
Music Auditorium, College of Music, Mahidol University Salaya
25/25 Phutthamonthon Sai 4
Nakhonpathom
Price: See Below
PLEASE NOTE: The Congress runs from 7-12 July. For schedule and other details contact Mahidol University College of Music 02-800-2525 ext 154 or 155 or visit www.music.mahidol.ac.th or.
A festival for the saxophone enthusiast held every three years, the TPO will join together with outstanding saxophone soloists from the world to present to you the music of the saxophone, including concertos.
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Friday, July 24th, 2009 7:00 PM
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Tahiti + Jazz
Music Auditorium, College of Music, Mahidol University Salaya
25/25 Phutthamonthon Sai 4
Nakhonpathom
Price: 500, 300, 100 Students
The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Capt Prateep Suphanrojn features pianist Tian Lu.
PLEASE NOTE: The concert will also be presented on 25 July at 4 PM.
Program:
Thai Traditional Music
Mussorgsky: A Night on the Bare Mountain
Saint-Saens: Piano Concerto No.2 in G minor, op.22
Shostakovich: Tahiti Trot
Shostakovich: Jazz Suite No. 1 & 2
After winning the 1st prize in the 1st Thailand International Piano Competition 2008, the Chinese pianist Tian Lu is back again to present the French composer Saint-Saens´ 2nd piano concerto.
With an orchestration work of "Tea for Two" by Shostakovich, the TPO also introduces the Suite for Jazz Orchestra No. 1 & 2 composed in the years 1934 and 1938.
For information or tickets contact Mahidol University College of Music 02-800-2525 ext 154 or 155 or visit www.music.mahidol.ac.th.
or the Goethe Institute (www.goethe.bangkok.de) 02-287-0942-4 ext 22. Tickets also available at the door.
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Saturday, August 8th, 2009 7:00 PM
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Brahms and Dvorak
Music Auditorium, College of Music, Mahidol University Salaya
25/25 Phutthamonthon Sai 4
Nakhonpathom
Price: 500, 300, 100 Students
PLEASE NOTE: There will be a second performance at 4 PM on 8 August.
The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Gudni A Emilsson features violinist Jana Vonaskova Novakova.
Program:
Thai Traditional Music
Dvorak: Violin Concerto in A minor, op.53
Brahms: Variations on a theme of Joseph Haydn, op.56a
Wagner: Overture to "Tannhaeuser"
Famous for its beautiful lyricism in the second movement, the concerto by the Czech composer Dvorak was written for the famous violinist Joachim.
Consisting of a theme, 8 variations and a finale, the TPO presents to you the work by Brahms based on a theme of Haydn.
For information or tickets contact Mahidol University College of Music 02-800-2525 ext 154 or 155 or visit www.music.mahidol.ac.th or http://www.thailandphil.com/static/ticket/tickets.html.
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Friday, August 21st, 2009 7:00 PM
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Oistrach Plays Brahms
Music Auditorium, College of Music, Mahidol University Salaya
25/25 Phutthamonthon Sai 4
Nakhonpathom
Price: 500, 300, 100 Students
PLEASE NOTE: There will be a second performance at 4 PM on 22 August.
The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Gudni A Emilsson features violinist Valery Oistrach.
Program:
Thai Traditional Music
Brahms: Concerto for Violin in D major, op.77
Dvorak: Symphony no.8 in G major, op.88
Violinist Valery Oistrach is the third generation of the Oistrach family and is here to play the Brahms violin concerto.
Fairly frequently performed as compared to his Ninth Symphony, Dvorak´s Symphony No.8 is cheery and draws its inspiration from Dvorak´s favorite Bohemian folk music.
For information or tickets contact Mahidol University College of Music 02-800-2525 ext 154 or 155 or visit www.music.mahidol.ac.th or http://www.thailandphil.com/static/ticket/tickets.html.
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CHAMBER MUSIC
Monday, July 13th, 2009 8:00 PM
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A Piano Recital by Juyeon Kang
Goethe Institute (Thai German Cultural Foundation)
South Sathorn Road Soi 1
Price: 400, 200 Students
D&M Music Studio, in cooperation with Robinson Piano, presents concert artist and educator Juyeon Kang, described by Natalya Antonova, distinguished professor at the Eastman School of Music, as a pianist of "formidable technique and exquisite sound." Dr. Kang has appeared extensively as soloist and chamber musician in the United States and abroad, including Spain, Finland, Italy and Korea.
A native of Korea, Dr. Kang earned a doctor of musical arts in piano performance and literature from the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York. She also received the prestigious Artist Diploma in piano performance from the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston where she was on the faculty in the college division. In 2003 she was appointed assistant professor of music at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa, where she teaches private piano, class piano, music theory lab, and coordinates the accompanists.
Programme:
Partita No. 3 in A minor, BWV 827 by Bach
Polonaise in C Major, Op. 89 by Beethoven.
Tango Suite by Astor Piazzolla, arr by Kyoko Yamamoto
Davidsbuendlertaenze, Op. 6 by Schumann
PLEASE NOTE: This program will also be presented in Chiang Mai on 15 July. For details call 081-682-8000.
Tickets are available at Robinson Piano Showroom, 5th Fl Siam Discovery Center 02-658-1080-1, and at the door. Reserve by calling Khun Mongkol at 081-682-8000.
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Tuesday, July 14th, 2009 7:00 PM
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Siang-Nanachart Flute Live 2009
Bangkok Art and Culture Center
939 Rama I, Across from MBK with pedestrian bridge access from National Stadium BTS Station
Price: Fund Raiser
The Siang-Nanachart Flute Ensemble presents its annual concert consisting of original pieces, classical arrangements, Thai songs, Pops and Jazz.
Program includes:
Raymond Guiot´s "Conversazione"
Lalo Schifrin´s "Mission: Impossible Theme"
Andrew Lloyd Webber´s "The Music of the Night"
Tchaikovsky: "Pizzicato ostinato" from fourth symphony
Saint-Saens: Carnival of the Animals
And more
This program will serve as a fundraiser for the group´s tour of Thailand. For details please see their website.
Tickets available at the door. For more Information please call 081-303-3991, write to Siang.nanachart@gmail.com or visit www.siang-nanachart.com.
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Tuesday, July 14th, 2009 7:30 PM
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Brass Quintet
See Below
Price: See Below
PLEASE NOTE: There will be two performances.
13 July at the Four Seasons Hotel Pimarnman Room – 300 Baht
14 July at the Goethe Institute Auditorium – 300 Baht, 100 Students
The Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music presents and evening of music for brass quintet performed by Lertkiat Chongjirajitra and Jakaphan Chaiya, Trumpets; Krit Vikornvongvanich, Horn; Arunkorn Chaisubunkanok, Trombone; Theerapat Decha, Tuba.
Programme:
Mozart/Bergler: The Marriage of Figaro Overture
Ravel/Bergler: Pavane for a Dead Princess
Mozart/Knudsvig: Queen of the Night from The Magic Flute
MacDonald: Sea Sketches
Mendelssohn/Lichtmann: War March of the Priests from "Athalia"
Lennon and McCartney/ Dedrick: Penny Lane
For reservations please contact the Faculty of Music, Silpakorn University 02-80-8660
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Saturday, July 18th, 2009 3:00 PM
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Bangkok International Guitar Festival and Competition - Concert
Phranakorn Grand View Hotel
Price: 700, 500 Students
PLEASE NOTE: The competitions will be held on 17 & 18 July with the concert beginning at 3 PM on the 18th. For more details and a schedule of activities please call 083-615-5035 or visit http://www.bangkokguitarfestival.com/.
The Bangkok Guitar Society and Nutavut Studio proudly present competitors from more than 5 countries worldwide. The closing concert will feature well-known musicians from many countries, including Alessio Monti from Italy, Chavaged Madsakulrat from Thailand, Grigory Novikov from Russia, Kuala Lumpur Guitar Ensemble II from Malaysia, Nutavut Ratanakarn from Thailand, Pongpat Pongpradit from Thailand and Worakarn Saengsomboon from Thailand.
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Sunday, July 19th, 2009 7:30 PM
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Romantic Cello, A Cello and Piano Duo Recital
Goethe Institute (Thai German Cultural Foundation)
South Sathorn Road Soi 1
Price: 400, 200 Students
D & M Music Studio in association with The University of Canterbury in New Zealand presents Cellist Edith Salzmann and pianists Indhuon Srikaranonda and Artas Balakauskas.
Edith Salzmann studied in Detmold (Germany) and Bloomington (USA) with Irene Gudel and Janos Starker. As a soloist and chamber musician she has toured Europe, the United States, Canada, Australia, Thailand and Korea. She has recorded several CDs for the Italian label Stradivarius and other record companies. In 2001 she was appointed senior lecturer at the University of Canterbury. She is a recording artist for Concert FM radio and has toured New Zealand with the Canterbury trio, the New Zealand String Quartet and the Baroque ensemble Il Raccolto.
One of the most accomplished classical pianists in Thailand, Indhuon Srikaranonda received her early music education in Bangkok and later in the United States and Switzerland with support and full scholarship from Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirinthorn. She studied at Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan, Oberlin College Conservatory of Music and received her Master degree, Artist Diploma and Doctor of Musical Arts majoring in Piano Performance from Yale University.
A well-known Lithuanian pianist, Artas Balakauskas, studied at MK Ciurlionis School of Arts in Vilnius, Lithuania. He obtained degrees in Piano Performance and Chamber Music from the prestigious Tchaikovsky Moscow Conservatory of Music and was later awarded a scholarship from th V Landsbergis Foundation to continue his studies at Ecole Normale de Musique in Paris where he received the highest diplomas in Piano Performance and Chamber Music.
Programme:
Mendelssohn - Sonata in D Major for Cello and Piano, Op. 58
Schumann - Adagio and Allegro, Op.70
Edith Salzmann, Cello
Indhuon Srikaranonda, Piano
Chopin - Sonata in G Minor for Cello and Piano, Op. 65
Edith Salzmann, Cello
Artas Balakauskas, Piano
Tickets are available at Robinson Piano in Siam Discovery Center 5th floor 02-658-1080-1 or call 081-682-8000.
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Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009 7:00 PM
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Music at the Siam Society
Siam Society Auditorium
Sukhumvit Soi Asoke
Price: Free
The Council of the Siam Society has established a special concert series called "Music at the Siam Society" for your enjoyment. The aim of the series is to broaden the scope of activities available to our members by exploring the world of the performing arts. In so doing, we are continuing the tradition begun by the late HRH Princess Galyani Vadhana Krom Luang Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra, our Vice-Patron and Honorary President, who during her lifetime sponsored many students in their pursuit of musical careers. The first season of 10 concerts will provide a congenial social ambiance for members and non-members alike to enjoy fine music together. We are delighted to launch the debut season in conjunction with the College of Music at Mahidol University under the direction of Dr. Sugree Charoensook. The 10 concerts will range from Thai classical to Western music, with performances by soloists, chamber groups, choirs and jazz bands.
The program this month is Thai Classical Music by Pong Lang.
As there is no admission charge, we welcome your donations in support of this music programme. Snacks and drinks will also be available for sale.
Please mark your calendars for the future programs:
26 August 2009, 7:00pm, Classical, TPO Brass
30 September 2009, 7:00pm, Pop, Morning Sunset
28 October 2009, 7.00pm, Classical, Suwannaphum Woodwind Quintet
25 November 2009, 7.00pm, Classical, Soju Clarinet Ensemble
23 December 2009, 7:00 pm., Jazz, Anond Jazz
27 January 2010, 7:00pm, Thai Classical Music, Pi Pat
24 February 2010, 7:00 pm, Classical, String Quintet
For more information or reservations call 02-261-6470-7 or e-mail info@siam-society.org.
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Saturday, August 1st, 2009 8:00 PM
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Thailand Marimba Competition
Music Auditorium, College of Music, Mahidol University Salaya
25/25 Phutthamonthon Sai 4
Nakhonpathom
Price: 150
The Thailand Marimba Competition, the first of its kind in Thailand, is designed to showcase the talent of student and professional percussionists. It is hosted by Wannapha Yannavut, Instructor of Percussion at the College of Music, Mahidol University. The final round will be a showcase event at the Thailand Brass and Percussion Festival 2009.
Prizes :
Winner : 10,000 baht
2nd Prize : 6000 baht
3rd Prize : 4000 baht
Competition Schedule:
1 July - Application Materials and First Round CD/DVD due
8 July - Finalists will be announced
15 July - Deadline for finalists to submit repertoire for Final Round
1 August - Final Round and Awards Ceremony
Application Fee: 150 baht
This competition is open to percussionists of any age.
For more information please download the application form here (PDF): http://www.music.mahidol.ac.th/tbpc/userfiles/competition_application.pdf
Questions? Contact Aj. Wannapha Yannavut - wyannavut@gmail.com
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Saturday, August 1st, 2009 8:00 PM
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Thailand Brass and Percussion Conference
Music Auditorium, College of Music, Mahidol University Salaya
25/25 Phutthamonthon Sai 4
Nakhonpathom
Price: See Below
PLEASE NOTE: The Conference runs from 29 July through 1 August
This will be an exciting four-day event featuring performances, masterclasses and clinics by international guest artists and the top professionals in the Bangkok area. There will also be exhibits by many area music merchants and international instrument manufacturers. The conference will have something for everyone: students will have opportunities to learn from the experts, teachers can attend clinics to refine their pedagogical techniques, and brass and percussion lovers of any age can enjoy the daily performances featuring the international guest artists, regional artists, and Mahidol faculty. We look forward to you joining us for this entertaining and inspiring event!
Schedule
Wednesday, 29 July
3:00 Mahidol Faculty Recital - MACM
4:30 Guest Artist Masterclasses
Dr. John Parks, percussion - MACM
Yeh Shu-Han, trumpet/brass - A407
6:00 Dinner
7:00 Opening Concert - MACM
Thursday, 30 July
3:00 Mahidol Faculty Masterclasses - locations TBA
4:30 Guest Ensemble Recital
6:00 Dinner
7:00 Guest Artist Recital: Yeh Shu-Han, trumpet - A407
Friday, 31 July
3:00 Regional Artists Recital - MACM
4:30 Clinic: Playing in an Orchestral Brass/Percussion Section, featuring TPO Brass and Percussion - A407
6:00 Dinner
7:00 Guest Artist Recital: Dr. John Parks, percussion
Saturday, 1 August
9:00 Thailand Marimba Competition, Final Round - MACM
11:00 Guest Artist Clinics:
Yeh Shu-Han - B112
Dr. John Parks - A407
12:30 Lunch and Visit Exhibits
1:30 Panel Discussion: Music Careers in Thailand - A407
3:00 Break and Visit Exhibits
4:00 Regional Artist Recital - MACM
5:30 Dinner
7:00 Final Concert: Concertos with MU Orchestra and Brass Choir - MACM
Guest Artists
Dr. John Parks - Professor of Percussion, Florida State University
Yeh Shu-Han - International Trumpet Soloist
Steve Rosse - Principal Tuba, Sydney Symphony
Mahidol Brass Faculty
Dr. Joseph Bowman, trumpet
Sompop Puengpreeda, trumpet
Dr. Daren Robbins, horn
Philip Brink, trombone
Boonchai Sawetkittikul, tuba
Wannapha Yannavut, percussion
Tickets
PLEASE NOTE: Admission prices apply only to evening concerts. All other events are free of charge.
Admission Prices for Evening Concerts
Adult ticket: 300 baht
Student ticket: 200 baht
Package Deals - all four evening concerts
Adult Package: 1000 baht
Student Package: 600 baht
Early Bird Packages (must be purchased before 1 July)
Early Bird Adult Package: 800 baht
Early Bird Student Package: 500 baht
For more information, visit the website: http://www.music.mahidol.ac.th/tbpc/index.html
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Wednesday, August 26th, 2009 7:00 PM
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Music at the Siam Society
Siam Society Auditorium
Sukhumvit Soi Asoke
Price: Free
The Council of the Siam Society has established a special concert series called "Music at the Siam Society" for your enjoyment. The aim of the series is to broaden the scope of activities available to our members by exploring the world of the performing arts. In so doing, we are continuing the tradition begun by the late HRH Princess Galyani Vadhana Krom Luang Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra, our Vice-Patron and Honorary President, who during her lifetime sponsored many students in their pursuit of musical careers. The first season of 10 concerts will provide a congenial social ambiance for members and non-members alike to enjoy fine music together. We are delighted to launch the debut season in conjunction with the College of Music at Mahidol University under the direction of Dr. Sugree Charoensook. The 10 concerts will range from Thai classical to Western music, with performances by soloists, chamber groups, choirs and jazz bands.
The program this month features the TPO Brass in a classical program.
As there is no admission charge, we welcome your donations in support of this music programme. Snacks and drinks will also be available for sale.
Please mark your calendars for the future programs:
30 September 2009, 7:00pm, Pop, Morning Sunset
28 October 2009, 7.00pm, Classical, Suwannaphum Woodwind Quintet
25 November 2009, 7.00pm, Classical, Soju Clarinet Ensemble
23 December 2009, 7:00 pm., Jazz, Anond Jazz
27 January 2010, 7:00pm, Thai Classical Music, Pi Pat
24 February 2010, 7:00 pm, Classical, String Quintet
For more information or reservations call 02-261-6470-7 or e-mail info@siam-society.org.
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STAGE & ART
Saturday, July 11th, 2009 10:00 AM
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Khon Lek Lek - Remarkable People behind the Crafts (mini-exhibition series at ThaiCraft Fair)
Jasmine City Bldg 3rd Fl, above California Wow
Sukhumvit Soi 23, BTS Asok exit 3-MRT Sukhumvit exit 2
Price: Free
PLEASE NOTE: The Fair runs from 10 AM to 2 PM.
The ThaiCraft Fair moves to a New Location!
Jasmine City Building at the entrance to Sukhumvit Soi 23
More space! More activities! More service! More producer groups taking part
Top-Quality, handcrafted products direct from micro-enterprises in some 60 villages will be on offer at fixed, Fair Trade prices, including: baskets of many fibres, hand-woven silk and cotton fabrics (many natural dyed), palm-wood products, buffalo-horn carvings, hill-tribe stitchwork, silver jewellery, natural glazed ceramics, hand-forged stainless steel tableware, scented soaps and creams, handmade and recycled paper and plastic products, toys and games, decorations, greetings cards, and many more…
Our new home will offer customers a more comprehensive shopping experience: wider product selection, more artisan information and demonstrations of the crafts, workshops for children, a source for Fair Trade organic food products, a place to meet friends and relax, and much more to come over the coming months.
ThaiCraft Fair Trade continues its mini-exhibition series "Khon Lek Lek" – Remarkable people behind the crafts – mini-exhibitions featuring talented yet unseen faces who inspire the finest crafts.
Episode IV. Creative Wanderer
Pongpiboon Srivorrasarn´s village in Saraburi is surrounded by nature. His home is a veritable studio, full of products in various stages of design and creation. Strolling around his village, our wanderer transforms what he sees into product forms. Shapes, inspired by fauna and flora, including his cacti collection, fill his sketch book with product ideas that become decor to surprise and delight us but are also useful and complement our modern lifestyle.
Special activities for young people:
Linked to this exhibition is a Fun Craft Workshop for children where they can enjoy creating a simple art and craft and develop a sense of achievement. Parents can leave their children fully occupied in the workshop while they do their shopping.
New Location! Jasmine City Building, 3rd Fl, (above California Wow Fitness), at the entrance to Sukhumvit Road Soi 23, just a couple of minutes from BTS skytrain: Asok Station (use exit 3) and MRT subway Sukhumvit Station (use exit 2).
For more details, please contact Khun Kamolwan at 02-676-0636 (ext 231)
What does Khon Lek Lek mean?
"Khon Lek Lek" are the small (i.e. little known) people who have much to share with both adults and children despite living in remote, poor areas of the country, often with little connection to the cities, or within cities in challenging situations.
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Friday, July 17th, 2009 12:00 PM
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Transcendents
Mumu Art House
106/1 Sri Bumpen, Yen Akat Rd, Sathorn
Price: Free
MUMU ArtHouse presents an exhibit by photographic artist Cameron Wolf, curator Detlev F Neufert
PLEASE NOTE: The exhibit runs from 5 June through 17 July.
Cameron Wolf has worked for many years in Asia as an advisor for the US Agency for International Development (USAID) in the field of prevention, care and treatment of HIV/AIDS. Besides that, he is a well known photographic artist, who has exhibited many times throughout the US.
"Transcendents" at MUMU ArtHouse is his first exhibition in Bangkok. It shows a sensitive and powerful journey through the life of the models he has chosen during his time here. The exhibition explores the bridge between perception and reality, filling the gap between art and spirituality. He looks deeply into the souls of his subjects, at their will to survive and to find dignity and serenity in their lives - even against the norms of society.
The opening at MUMU ArtHouse will be one of Bangkok´s most exciting art events of this year. Throughout the evening various artists will perform including a condom fashion show. A local Thai HIV prevention program, SWING, will benefit through all sales from the exhibition.
But most importantly, Cameron Wolf´s photo art will make you explore your own transcendence.
The opening will be held at 7 PM on 5 June. Don´t miss the after-party by KAOS, at Bangkok´s first underground art-club -- RAIN DOGS -- just 5 minutes walk from the exhibit at MUMU. Free entrance.
For more information go to www.mumuarthouse.com or contact MuMu ArtHouse & Cafe, 106/1 Sribumpen, Yen Akat Road, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120, 081-286-9676, gtma.de@gmx.de
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Friday, July 24th, 2009 10:00 AM
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Aesthetics of Body
Silom Gallery, Silom Building 4th Floor
919/1 Silom Rd
Price: Free
PLEASE NOTE: The exhibit will run from 25 June through 24 July with exhibit hours from 10 AM to 7 PM except Sundays.
Silom Gallery, in cooperation with many other leading galleries, presents an exhibition of works honoring the aesthetics of the human body. More than 500 established and developing artists are featured in painting, sculpture, printing, mixed media and photographs. The viewer will see new works of these artists in many different characteristics and styles, one work per artist. This will be the largest gathering of works of art of all time in Bangkok.
For more information please call 085-222-0353 or 02-630-3006 or email arterybkk@hotmail.com.
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Monday, July 27th, 2009 9:00 AM
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"Fusion" Comes to Bangkok
Harrow International School
Drama Studio
Price: See Below
We´re going make you a star!
Fusion, Britain´s best-loved theatre academy, is coming to Bangkok in July to run its acclaimed children´s holiday courses. Children aged between 4 and 18 can discover the Fusion magic!
Give your children a fantastic opportunity to learn singing, dancing and drama from award-winning actors, directors and a leading pop music guru. Courses run Monday to Friday with a glittering stage show every Saturday.
Courses begin on July 6, July 13, July 20 and July 27.
Transport from central Bangkok to Harrow is available.
Cost: THB 7,500 per week for half-day sessions or THB 15,000 per week for a full day
Discounts for Early Bird bookings and siblings are available.
For information call 02-660-3866 or email heather@fusionacademyglobal.com
Book Your Place Now by calling Harrow at 02-503-7222 ext 1910
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Sunday, August 23rd, 2009 2:00 PM
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Theater of the People
catherine schubert fine art
11 Yen Akard Soi 3, Yennawa
Price: Free
catherine schubert fine art is proud to present this exhibit within the framework of La Fete 2009.
Born in Paris in 1972, Ambroise Tezenas graduated from the Institute of Fine Arts of Vevey, Switzerland in 1994. Until 2002, he often collaborated with French and international newspapers, first based in London and, then, in Paris. From 2002, Ambroise Tezenas has essentially devoted his time to the creation of a personal work on urban landscapes. In 2004, he co-founded an independent photographers´ association "Think Pictures".
His photos have been published world-wide including France, the UK, 2006, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Germany, Greece and Switzerland.
PLEASE NOTE: This exhibit runs from 17 June through 23 August.
The opening date of the exhibit is 17 June from 6:30-9:30PM. Gallery hours are from 2-6 PM on Thursdays to Sundays, by appointment. Please call 02-287-0819 or 085-177-8348.
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Wednesday, September 30th, 2009 9:00 AM
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Dvaravati: To the origins of Buddhism in Thailand
Bangkok National Museum
Between Thammasart University and the National Theatre
Price: See Below
PLEASE NOTE: The exhibit runs from 31 July through 30 September. Exhibit hours are 9 AM to 4 PM, Wednesdays to Sundays excluding Holidays. Admission is 40 Baht, 20 for Thai citizens and free for students in uniform, monks and other religious personages.
Produced by the prestigious Guimet Museum in Paris and inaugurated by Her Highness Princess Sirindhorn on 19 March 2009 in France, this exhibition brings together for the first time in the world masterpieces from a single period of Thai history, the period known as "Dvaravati".
The exhibit was created by Pierre Baptiste (curator for Southeast Asia for the Guimet Museum) and Thierry Zephir (research engineer at the Guimet Museum). A silver coin with a Sanskrit inscription "Meritorious work of the Lord of Dvaravati" emerges from the bowels of the earth from the hands of archaeologists and an entire kingdom is revealed. Creator of the first kind of Buddhist state in Southeast Asia, the civilisation founded by the said Lord of Dvaravati is quite enigmatic on several points. With the current knowledge, it is difficult to say which city is the exact capital of this kingdom whose core is undoubtedly in the Delta of Mena: could it be Nakhon Pathom, U Thong or another city?
The exhibition brings together for the first time under one roof a collection of pieces on Buddhist art in Thailand from the 6th to the 13th centuries taken from several national museums. They will be studied in the light of recent archeological excavations by Thai and international specialists and old documents related to scientific research done in Thailand during the 1930s. This truly stunning exhibition, which has enjoyed resounding success in France, revives the ancient civilization of Dvaravati, a "Kingdom" essentially oriented toward Buddhism which - according to some - considerably influenced later Thai culture. A voyage into a never-seen-before time!
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