Stradavarius37 Posted April 27, 2018 Share Posted April 27, 2018 London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) in Bangkok The phenomenon of LSO concerts in Bangkok! One of the most renowned orchestras in the world at Prince Mahidol Hall, the best concert hall in the region. The College of Music, Mahidol University welcomes the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) one of the world’s leading symphonic ensembles to perform two remarkable concerts on June 6-7, 2018 at the magnificent Prince Mahidol Hall with Gianandrea Noseda, widely recognized as one of the leading conductors of his generation and internationally recognized as one of today’s most acclaimed and admired pianists, Yefim Bronfman. Mr. Bronfman is undoubtedly one of finest pianists of our time. A six-time Grammy nominated artist, he’s worked with an elite group of conductors including Zubin Mehta and Daniel Barenboim. Audiences will be treated to Mr. Bronfman’s penetrating interpretations of Beethoven’s Third Piano Concerto on the evening concert and Liszt’s Second Piano Concerto, both composers at the very heart of the Israeli pianist’s core repertoire. At a hundred and fourteen, the LSO is London’s oldest orchestra. In addition to a legendary history of performing with the greatest conductors and virtuosi of the twentieth century, the orchestra is featured on some the most memorable movie soundtracks of the last few decades including Star Wars, Superman, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Harry Potter, and Jurassic Park. The organization is also known for their community oriented programming and adventurous international tours. Leading the orchestra is their principal guest conductor, Gianandrea Noseda. Known for his fiery brilliance in symphonic as well as operatic repertoire, Maestro Noseda has programed works that explore the fascinating color possibilities in orchestral music. On June 6 the orchestra performs Ravel’s captivating imagery in Rhapsodie espagnole and the majestic spirit of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. Originally a piano piece, it was Ravel that transformed Pictures into an orchestral epic with his 1922 orchestration. Those that can’t wait to see the LSO again need not wait very long. The orchestra performs a second concert the following evening on June 7 at 8 PM. This time Dvorák’s vivid concert overture Noonday Witch opens the program and Shostakovich’s political masterpiece, the Tenth Symphony, closes it. This monumental work will be at the heart of the orchestra’s 2017/2018 concert season. Bangkok audiences get to hear the LSO perform the piece before the orchestra returns to London for a late June performance at Barbican Hall. The College of Music, Mahidol University honors its commitment to bringing world-class musical talent to the Kingdom of Thailand. Prince Mahidol Hall is proud to host two outstanding evenings of music by London Symphony Orchestra on June 6, 2018 at 7 p.m. and June 7, 2018 at 7 p.m. Programs: June 6, 2018: 7.00 p.m. — Prince Mahidol Hall Ravel Rhapsodie espagnole (17′) Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 3 (Bronfman) (33′) — Intermission — Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition (30’) —————————————— June 7, 2018: 7.00 p.m. — Prince Mahidol Hall Dvořák The Noon-Day Witch (Polednice) Op. 108 (13′) Liszt Piano Concerto No. 2 (Bronfman) (20′) — Intermission — Shostakovich Symphony No. 10 (50’) Tickets are now available at Thaiticket Major, http://www.thaiticketmajor.com Ticket Prices and Promotions: Ticket Prices: 20000 / 15000 / 10000 / 8000 / 5000 / 3000 Baht Promotions (After Early Bird) Group Ticket (10+) – 40% 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stradavarius37 Posted April 27, 2018 Author Share Posted April 27, 2018 London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) Founded in 1904 by a collective of the most talented musicians in London, over the past 100 years the LSO has pursued its strong commitment to bring top quality music to audiences all over the world. Owned by its members, and comprising nearly 100 talented artists from many nations, the orchestra continues to showcase high levels of talent – as well as being a regular presence at the Barbican in London, with about 70 shows each year, the LSO also performs more than 70 international concerts annually. LSO works with some of the most talented artists, including the world’s best conductors, such as Sir Simon Rattle as Music Director; conductors Gianandrea Noseda, Daniel Harding, Michael Tilson Thomas, and Andre Previn. https://lso.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stradavarius37 Posted April 27, 2018 Author Share Posted April 27, 2018 GIANANDREA NOSEDA — Conductor Gianandrea Noseda, is widely recognized as one of the leading conductors of his generation. He was named the National Symphony Orchestra’s seventh music director in January 2016, with a four-year term beginning in the fall of 2017 for the 2017–2018 season. ‘I am not a creator. I just deliver the message’ “Conductor Gianandrea Noseda has a reputation for forcing audiences to question their musical beliefs. Yet he doesn’t consider himself a radical” — writes Tim Ashley, TheGuardian www.gianandreanoseda.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stradavarius37 Posted April 27, 2018 Author Share Posted April 27, 2018 YEFIM BRONFMAN — Pianist Internationally recognized as one of today’s most acclaimed and admired pianists. His commanding technique, power and exceptional lyrical gifts are consistently acknowledged by the press and audiences alike. Nominated for 6 GRAMMY® Awards, winning in 1997 with Esa-Pekka Salonen and the Los Angeles Philharmonic for their recording of the three Bartok Piano Concerti. www.yefimbronfman.com 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skytrain2hell Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Wish I could afford to bring the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blazes Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Great to have the LSO in Bangkok, but too bad it will cost at least 3000 to hear Beethoven's wonderful 3rd piano concerto. Is classical music only for the hi-so population? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike324 Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 1 minute ago, blazes said: Great to have the LSO in Bangkok, but too bad it will cost at least 3000 to hear Beethoven's wonderful 3rd piano concerto. Is classical music only for the hi-so population? I think the folks running it are being too greedy with ticket sales. If you buy 10+ ticket its 40% off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alien365 Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 How much!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maximillian Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 15 minutes ago, blazes said: Great to have the LSO in Bangkok, but too bad it will cost at least 3000 to hear Beethoven's wonderful 3rd piano concerto. Is classical music only for the hi-so population? Art, theater, concerts are indeed for the rich, although often subsidised by the tax payers. Far too expensive for me as well, even 3.000 times two plus hotel and travel expenses. On the other hand, a lot of people need to be paid to accomplish an event like this. Flights, hotels, rental of Mahidol hall etc.p.p. Good we all can listen to the music by means of CD's or internet. Enjoy, you folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hihat Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Would love to have seen the LSO but yes, the price is definitely too high for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerkinsCuthbert Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 (edited) For something more affordable to both locals and expats, this may be of interest: http://www.bangkoksymphony.org/V5/home.html I had forgotten about the RBSO, it's almost thirty years since I last saw a concert by them. Worth a look. Edited April 28, 2018 by PerkinsCuthbert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krataiboy Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 (edited) Sheer bloody racketeering and a treat for the tiara-ed elite only. A whopping 20,000 baht for the best seats works out at over four hundred and sixty quid a throw. That is more than eight times the top price (fifty-five quid) charged at London's world-famous Royal Festival Hall for the Philharmonia's current "Voices of the Revolution Russia 1917" series. More good news for UK music-loving plebs: you can get into the London concert for as little as eleven quid. Cheapest seats at the Bangkok concert are six times that amount. I'm tempted to crash the Madihol Hall party, grab one of the mikes and start warbling "If I Were a Rich Man"! Edited April 28, 2018 by Krataiboy 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerkinsCuthbert Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 (edited) 25 minutes ago, Krataiboy said: Sheer bloody racketeering and a treat for the tiara-ed elite only. A whopping 20,000 baht for the best seats works out at over four hundred and sixty quid a throw. That is more than eight times the top price (fifty-five quid) charged at London's world-famous Royal Festival Hall for the Philharmonia's current "Voices of the Revolution Russia 1917" series. More good news for UK music-loving plebs: you can get into the London concert for as little as eleven quid. Cheapest seats at the Bangkok concert are six times that amount. I'm tempted to crash the Madihol Hall party, grab one of the mikes and start warbling "If I Were a Rich Man"! Perhaps not as outrageous as you think. Consider the cost of transporting a full orchestra of professional musicians and their instruments and associated helpers from London to Bangkok and back, for a very limited season; their accommodation, the hire of the venue and a profit margin for the agents. I have no figures but I suspect the costs are considerable. Remember too that there is a far more limited audience available for classical Western music in Bangkok than in London, and what potential audience there is will almost certainly be mostly at the wealthy end of the spectrum. In any case, you are free to go or not, and there are alternatives as I posted above. I have just booked for the RBSO concert, 400 Baht is a bargain to see a world-class soloist. Edited April 28, 2018 by PerkinsCuthbert 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khunPer Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 A great and affordable alternative to a classical music experience for a family is the Shrewsbury International School's annual "The Last Night of the Proms" concert in Bangkok, with lots of "last prom" atmosphere. The tickets also including a great buffet by the riverside. The concert usually takes place in November. More info here (2017 concert, presume 2018 not yet announced). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anon537687643 Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Crazy prices! Don’t bother ! The LSO are charging for all their flights and a big profit! Wait to see the Thailand Phil in same venue for 400 baht Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stradavarius37 Posted April 29, 2018 Author Share Posted April 29, 2018 (edited) Thanks for those commenting. The costs of the LSO to visit Bangkok are indeed substantial, but ticket prices are comparable to those charged for their performances in other Asian countries when they tour. The fact that they would visit Thailand at all is a testament to the quality of the performing venue, Prince Mahidol Hall. If LSO is not an option - high quality, affordable performances by the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra are on offer at Prince Mahidol Hall over 70 times a year. The TPO is currently the only full time professional orchestra in Thailand - with concerts that are very well received. You can learn more at www.thailandphil.com Local musicians do appreciate those who offered options for local concerts and groups to support. The local classical music scene is indeed in need of your support and encouragement. Edited April 29, 2018 by Stradavarius37 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stradavarius37 Posted April 30, 2018 Author Share Posted April 30, 2018 (edited) Promo Video Edited April 30, 2018 by Stradavarius37 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anon537687643 Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 One month or so to go! Maybe tickets going slowlly! Interesting to see or hear what the attendance is Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johng Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 I might go to Bangkok if the "Electric light Orchestra" where playing. [emoji14] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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