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Pianist Nat Yontararak set to tour Europe
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 17/09/2025
» Distinguished pianist Nat Yontararak is on a historical music mission to bring Thai soft power to world-class audiences across three European countries and also Thailand during "Siam Sonata: Musical Tour Through Thailand 2025 By Nat Yontararak" from Sunday until Oct 3.
Vienna wins on home turf as it hosts first tram driver world cup
AFP, Published on 14/09/2025
» VIENNA - Vienna hosted the first ever Tram Driver World Championship on Saturday, with the city's skilled drivers emerging victorious out of 25 teams from across the world battling it out in a tense competition.
Sonata of soft power
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 13/09/2025
» Bangkok's Sala Sudasiri Sobha was filled with anticipation as veteran pianist Nat Yontararak, his beloved wife and Pawongduen Yontararak announced their upcoming international concert series "Siam Sonata: Musical Tour Through Thailand 2025". The media conference marked a new chapter in Thailand's cultural diplomacy, one that blends music, heritage and the concept of soft power with performances in some of Europe's most prestigious venues.
Isan sound goes global
Life, John Clewley, Published on 13/09/2025
» Last month, World Beat was invited to join a government sponsored event to promote molam music from Isan on the international stage. The event was held on Aug 12 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok as part of the National Science and Technology Fair 2025.
A magician from the trenches of war
Roger Crutchley, Published on 07/09/2025
» Last month PostScript mentioned the strange phenomenon of how the 1950s British ventriloquist Peter Brough and his schoolboy dummy Archie Andrews had a successful radio show called Educating Archie. Although Brough's ventriloquist skills was a visual art and seemed wasted on radio it didn't appear to bother listeners.
BEM’s 17th Conquering TCAS Inspires Thai Students
Published on 05/09/2025
» Bangkok, September 5, 2025 - Throughout the journey of the “BEM Conquering TCAS” project, stories have been passed down from generation to generation, with word of mouth spreading each year’s experience. The programme has consistently received overwhelming feedback from students who joined in past editions. It has become BEM’s flagship annual project—BEM being Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited—dedicated to supporting education and creating equal opportunities for high school students in Bangkok and nearby provinces. Moreover, the project extends its reach nationwide through online channels, giving students across all four regions the chance to prepare confidently for their path into university.
RBSO's latest concert is a celebration of King Bhumibol
Life, Published on 01/09/2025
» In memory of King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra presents "Musical Friendship", an exciting evening of music, at the Main Hall of Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Road, on Thursday, at 7.30pm.
Swedish rockers smash Bangkok
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 30/08/2025
» Swedish rock band Smash Into Pieces made their long-awaited Bangkok debut on Aug 20, delivering an immersive, cinematic-rock show that laid bare both their ambition and adaptability.
A search for new-gen designers
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 28/08/2025
» The search for the next wave of talent in the Thai fashion industry has begun with the "Young Designer 2025" competition. Hosted by the Community Development Department, Ministry of Interior, the contest honours "Thai Fabrics Are Fun To Wear", a royal initiative by HRH Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya.
A night of prodigies
Life, Published on 23/08/2025
» In 1978, composer John Williams won the Best Original Music Oscar for his work on the movie Star Wars. We've all heard the main theme countless times over the years, but listening to it performed by a live symphony orchestra is a whole new intergalactic experience. Such was the intense power of the Siam Sinfonietta as it swept over the Main Hall of the Thailand Cultural Centre that my nine-year-old nephew, Hummer, was pinned to his seat with wide-eyed wonder.