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30.09.2025 | 19:00 Uhr | Ehrbar Saal

Siam Sonata –
A Musical Journey through Thailand

Nat Yontararak

Nat Yontararak Klavier, Komponist
Łukasz Kurzydło Schlagwerk
Christian Communication Institute traditioneller thailändischer Tanz

Programm

Nat Yontrararak

Norah

Eine Komposition anlässlich des 340-jährigen Jubiläums der Beziehungen zwischen Thailand und Frankreich

Crytsal Pheasant

Siam Sonata

Viersätziges Werk für Klavier, Schlagwerk und thailändischen Tanz

I. Zentralregion (Maestoso)

II. Nordostregion (Allegretto Scherzando)

III. Nordregion (Larghetto)

IV. Südregion (Allegro Tempestoso)

Ein Konzert, das Klang, Rhythmus und Bewegung vereint.
Der thailändische Steinway Artist Nat Yontararak lädt das Publikum ein zu einer eindrucksvollen musikalischen Reise durch seine Heimat mit der Siam Sonata – seinem vierteiligen Meisterwerk, das traditionelle thailändische Volksmelodien mit der westlichen klassischen Form verbindet. Jeder Satz spiegelt den Geist einer anderen Region Thailands wider und verwandelt kulturelle Identität in musikalische Erzählung.
Das Programm beginnt mit Norah, einer neuen Komposition zur Feier des 340-jährigen Jubiläums der diplomatischen Beziehungen zwischen Thailand und Frankreich. Ebenfalls im Programm ist Crystal Pheasant – Nat Yontararak's historisches Werk für Klavier solo – basierend auf einer thailändischen Volksmelodie, mit nachweislichem Erfolg auf internationalen Bühnen wie dem Penderecki Festival und der Victoria Hall in Singapur.

„Eine Darbietung, die die Seele Thailands vermittelt.“
— Karl Steppe, Präsident von Blue Elephant

Die Siam Sonata wird als außergewöhnliche künstlerische Zusammenarbeit präsentiert: mit Klavier und Live-Perkussion von Łukasz Kurzydło, einem genreübergreifenden Klangdesigner und Komponisten, der kürzlich mit dem Bronzenen Verdienstkreuz Polens ausgezeichnet wurde, sowie traditionellen Tänzer:innen des Christian Communication Institute (CCI), einer vielfach ausgezeichneten Kulturgruppe, die international unter anderem im Weißen Haus und in Bethlehem aufgetreten ist.

Nat Yontararak …

… is one of Thailand’s most respected classical musicians. A pianist, composer, pedagogue, and cultural builder, he embodies a singular artistic vision in which Thai identity finds expression through the universal language of the piano. His signature work, Siam Sonata, inspired by the folk melodies of Thailand’s four regions, has been performed over 100 times across Europe and the United States.
He was the first Thai artist to be named a Steinway Artist, and was honored as an outstanding contemporary artist by Thailand’s Ministry of Culture. His compositions, many of which pay tribute to the Thai royal family, have been performed at royal and state occasions. As a concert pianist, he has appeared at prestigious venues including the Thailand Cultural Centre, Carnegie Hall in New York, and numerous festivals internationally.
In 2024, Nat was named one of Tatler Asia’s 100 Most Influential People in Thailand, and received the “Bene Merito” Decoration of Honour from the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In 2018, he was appointed Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy, a distinction awarded by the President of the Italian Republic for his role in fostering cultural relations between Italy and Thailand. In 2015, he was also awarded the Decoration of Honour for Polish Culture by the Polish Ministry of Culture, in recognition of his artistic contributions.
A visionary committed to cultural development, Nat Yontararak founded Nat Studio in 1985, now one of Thailand’s most prestigious piano institutions, where he has trained several generations of young artists. Drawing on his background in architecture, he also designed and established Sala Sudasiri Sobha, a leading concert venue in Bangkok. The hall not only nurtures emerging talent but also hosts international artists in collaboration with several embassies and cultural institutions.
Through his compositions, his teaching, and his commitment to building cultural bridges, Nat Yontararak continues to bring Thai classical music to the world stage.

Łukasz Kurzydło …

… is a versatile percussionist, composer, and sound designer with a solid foundation in jazz, Balkan, Latin, and world music, seamlessly blending these styles into his playing. His innovative sound design projects have led to collaborations with renowned artists such as Grammy-winning saxophonist Jakob Dinesen, Thailand’s acclaimed contemporary artist Pichet Klunchun, and Steinway artist Nat Yontararak. He has performed at prestigious international festivals, including the Pannonica Festival, celebrated for showcasing Europe’s rich folk and world music traditions, and the Siesta Festival, known for bringing global music stars to its stage. An endorsed Tycoon Artist since 2018, Łukasz was honored in 2024 with the Bronze Cross of Merit by the President of Poland for his contributions to promoting Polish artists and music in Thailand. His unique style and versatility continue to make him a sought-after performer on the global stage.
To find more information about the artist, please have a look at www.lukaszkurzydlo.com.

The Christian Communication Institute (CCI) …

… is a non-profit organization founded in 1980, part of the Church of Christ in Thailand, dedicated to promoting moral and social values through the gospel using modern and traditional art forms. CCI performers travel extensively, reaching up to 50,000 people per year across Thailand and internationally. Notable performances include the White House, "Lausanne II" conference in Manila, and "Bethlehem Live Festival" in Israel. CCI has received numerous awards for its creative promotion of Thai culture. They have performed with Nat Yontararak, combining traditional Thai dance with classical music, and participated in international tours.
To find more information about the institute, please have a look at thaichristianfoundation.org.

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