30 April 2023 Concert Program

Thai dance suite of the 4 regions for flute,Viola, Double bass and Piano 
(Arr. Jitsamon Shattrakom)

Espressivo Thailand It was created by a group of classical musicians in Thailand under the support of the Phachenduriyanga Foundation. This consisted of musicians from Chulalongkorn University alumni.

1. Thanwa Thungthong, (Flute)

2. Jitsamon Shattrakom , (Violist and Arranger)

3. Rutawat Sintutepparat, (Basssist)

4. Usa Napawan, (Pianist)

The song represents Thai identity through 4 classical instruments, including flute (northeastern region), viola (northern region), double bass (southern region) and piano (central region, using music composition technique and western harmony. Also, some famous classical music are added to make the songs compelling. The songs approach listeners by emphasizing on the spirit of “Thainess” or Thai identity which is equal to foreigners without losing its own identity and proudness of its own culture. Even though Thai traditional songs are re-arranged and mixed with western style, they still carry Thai identity.

Bloom Trio

Medley from My Neighbor Totoro by Joe Hisaishi

Laputa from Castle in the Sky by Joe Hisaishi

Araya Kulnopalerk (Flute)

Athiya Satapattanasook (Violin)

Supatcha Rattanathumawat (Piano)

Jatujak Flute Quartet

Raymond Guiot: Divertimento Jazz for 4 flutes

Panel Aguirre: Portenando

Kalaya Phongsathorn,  (Flute)

Worapon Kanweerayothin,  (Flute)

Teerawat Ratthanaphapameteerat,  (Flute)

Naraporn Kalaya Na Soontorn,  (Flute)

 Ensemble Division Prize 

Intermission 

"Sao Noi Pra Pang”

In the intricate tapestry of cultural expression, "Sao Noi Pra Pang" weaves a melodic thread, drawing from the storied ritual dance accompanying Thai boxing. Within this art form, each nuanced melody echoes the musical gestures tied to the postures danced by the boxer in the ring. Emerging from this rich tradition, the research project "From the Boxing Rings to the Reeds," graciously supported by the National Research Council of Thailand in 2023, aspires to present a collection of 14 groundbreaking compositions, each meticulously crafted for a solo woodwind instrument. These musical offerings captivate the imagination, blending intellectual curiosity, cross-cultural exploration, and spiritual depth, to create a harmonious musical compositions of cultural expression.

Yos Vaneesorn (Composer)
Kalaya Phongsathorn (Flute)
Morakot Cherdchoo-ngarm (Piano)

Riverside Flute Trio
1.Twilight for 3 flutes and piano by Herman Beeftink

2.Little Red Monkey for 3 flutes and piano by Jack Jordan/Arr.Russell Nygren

Tipok Phinitsakul – (Flute)

Vichit Teerawongwiwat – (Flute)

Debbie Tulloch – (Flute)

Usa Napawan – (Piano)

Open Division Prize 

Closing Ceremony