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Songs of togetherness
Life, Anuraj Manibhandu, Published on 18/06/2019
» Acclaimed Thai choir The Bangkok Voices has successfully convinced German listeners that Thai songs can be adapted to the choral style of the West and still sound beautiful.
Lithuanian Balakauskas brings Beethoven to life
Life, Anuraj Manibhandu, Published on 28/06/2017
» In the hands of Artas Balakauskas, Beethoven's Piano Sonata No.30, Opus 109 was a breeze. By comparison, the composer's last sonata, Opus 111, was epic, while Opus 110 was a song.
To build one community, bloc needs to engage media
News, Anuraj Manibhandu, Published on 08/08/2015
» With the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) entering its 48th year, the question media specialists ask is how can media help Asean bring the 10 member states into one community.
Inaugural contest showcases Chinese song skills
Life, Anuraj Manibhandu, Published on 12/02/2015
» Two students in their fourth year of Chinese studies at Thammasat University's Pridi Banomyong International College (PBIC) and the Panyapiwat Institute of Management, have emerged winners of the inaugural inter-university Chinese song contest.
Don’t muzzle the media, bring them on board
News, Anuraj Manibhandu, Published on 22/05/2014
» Media freedom has been threatened by the declaration of martial law at 3am on Tuesday — however much that step may have been welcomed by many as a way to prevent a descent into violence.
Give and take key to good media relations
News, Anuraj Manibhandu, Published on 30/05/2014
» Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha, the army chief who has become the head of the National Council for Peace and Order, seems to need a crash course in media relations. Alternatively, he should consider fitting in an interim prime minister who can deal with the media.
Wife hopeful of Veera's release
News, Anuraj Manibhandu, Published on 08/11/2013
» No matter what verdict the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivers on the Preah Vihear land dispute on Monday, the wife of Veera Somkwamkid believes it will have an impact on the release of her husband.
Friends and enemies
Life, Anuraj Manibhandu, Published on 13/08/2012
» By focusing on the friendship between two men vital to Thailand's transition from absolute to constitutional monarchy, Rungmanee Mekhasobhon has shown that history is made by people of flesh and blood.
Liszt's little-heard soulfulness
Life, Anuraj Manibhandu, Published on 12/06/2012
» Pianist Artas Balakauskas stole hearts and minds at a recent recital at the Siam Music Yamaha Hall with his interpretation of the music of Franz Liszt, bringing out its soulfulness for all to hear and remember.
Terrific Prokofiev
Life, Anuraj Manibhandu, Published on 05/04/2012
» It was a triumph of determination, technique and sensitivity. That was how Artas Balakauskas won kudos from the audience for his interpretation and execution of Prokofiev's Piano Sonata No. 8, in a recital performed last Sunday at the Goethe Institute.