The Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra presents "Royal Harmony", an evening of orchestral masterworks, in the Main Hall of Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Road, on Sunday at 7.30pm.
The performance celebrates the continuation of two valued artistic partnerships. Having previously appeared with the RBSO to critical acclaim, Valentin Egel returns to the podium for the first time since being appointed the orchestra's principal guest conductor.
Widely admired for his energetic musicianship, expressive interpretations and refined musical insight, Egel has built an impressive international career conducting leading orchestras throughout Europe. His appointment marks an exciting new chapter in the orchestra's artistic development while strengthening an already established relationship with the RBSO.
Joining him once again is Niklas Liepe, whose previous appearances with the orchestra have earned enthusiastic praise from audiences. Recognised as one of Germany's leading violinists, Liepe is celebrated for his technical brilliance, imaginative programming and deeply expressive performances. His return to Bangkok continues a successful collaboration with the RBSO and promises another memorable musical partnership.
The programme opens with Leonard Bernstein's Symphonic Dances from West Side Story, an exhilarating orchestral suite that distils the energy, passion and rhythmic vitality of one of the 20th century's most beloved musicals. Liepe then takes centre stage in Tipping Points, a lyrical and evocative violin concerto by Academy Award-winning British composer Rachel Portman.
Also featured is Passacaglia, Aleksey Igudesman's virtuosic reimagining of a celebrated theme by George Frideric Handel. Combining Baroque elegance with dazzling contemporary violin technique, the work blends humour, virtuosity and musical ingenuity, providing another opportunity for Liepe to demonstrate his remarkable musicianship. The repertoire also includes La Mer – Three Symphonic Sketches, a landmark of musical impressionism by Claude Debussy.
Tickets cost 600, 1,000, 1,500, 1,800 and 2,400 baht (half price for students and seniors aged 60 and above) and can be purchased from thaiticketmajor.com.
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