2017 November 12 - 18, 2017 CHIANG MAI GINASTERA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 1 The Chiangmai Youth Philharmonic Band and Symphony Orchestra Foun- dation (CPO) was found in 2007. Its members are drawn from different institutions around Chiangmai as well as freelance and friends. We have been performing 3-4 concerts every season. To continue to enhance the classical music scene in Chiangmai, this year we are hosting mark as the 2nd Chiangmai Ginastera International Music Festival and Competition 2017. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you to all of guest art- ists that perform and judge in this festival as well as all of the competitors who practice and share the love of music with everyone here in Chiangmai and around the globe. I now would like to welcome all of the participants and I wish all the best and success to the Chiangmai Ginastera Interna- tional Music Festival and Competition 2017. Sincerely, Chaipruck Mekara This year, the Chiangmai Ginastera International Music Festival, which started in Chiang Mai last year, is holding its second event thanks to your support. Last year’s prize winner’s concert collaborated with local musi- cians in Chiang Mai, and was a huge success. This year, we have more than 80 participants from all over the world, steadily achieving distinction as an international competition. As the artistic director, I hope that the young, talented musicians of Southeast Asia will transcend many bounda- ries and soar through the world, eventually contributing to world peace through music. 2 CHIANG MAI GINASTERA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL Volunteer Organizer, Public Relations Yuka Okawa Rinehart CHIANG MAI GINASTERA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 3 4 CHIANG MAI GINASTERA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 2017 November 12 - 18, 2017 Payap University Consulate of Germany in Chiang Mai , Thai Airways International, Tokio Marine Insurance Geoff Erik Music Conservatoire (Thailand) CHIANG MAI GINASTERA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 5 Although the classical music scene in Chiang Mai is still developing, it is finding grow- ing support among expatriate communities of countries around the world, as well as lo- cal Thai enthusiasts. New orchestras have emerged in recent years, and are showing ex- traordinary potential. However, the musicians rarely have the opportunity to participate in high-profile performances, and have not had the chance to develop the confidence to perform on the level of musicians in more musically influential countries, particularly in Europe. In the 20th century, the Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera put South America on the map in the world of classical music, paving the way for many other South American musicians to follow in his footsteps. Today, these musicians continue to inspire audi- ences around the world. He is known to have told young students of music that “Your music must reach beyond the country of your origin. Do not confine yourself to bounda- ries.” Inspired by these words, we are determined to spread the unique artistic culture of the Asian provincial city of Chiang Mai to the world, going beyond national borders as well as boundaries of culture and religion. Furthermore, we invite internationally ac- claimed musicians to hold world-class performances, with the aim putting Chiang Mai on the world stage. In 2016, to mark the 100th birthday anniversary of Alberto Gin- astera, we held the first Chiang Mai Ginastera International Music Festival. Our first event on 2016 was a great success, and now we organized the 2nd Chiang Mai Ginastera International Music Festival and Competition occurring on November 12th to the 18th of 2017. At the international competition, musicians will be competing not over technical skill, but for their ability to inspire and attract the audience into wanting to see future perfor- mances. We have made it our mission to discover such new talent, specifically young musicians from Southeast Asia, and support them on their path to reaching the world stage. Words can hardly describe the charms of Chiang Mai—its natural beauty, the kindness of its people, and the joys of interacting with elephants and other magnificent animals have captivated the hearts of many. We will continue our aspiration to hold awe-inspir- ing events for visitors, local residents, and the participants of the music festival, and use this opportunity to show the world the charms of this truly wonderful city. Executive Committee of the Chiang Mai Ginastera International Music Festival 6 CHIANG MAI GINASTERA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL Junior Category “A” : 9 years old or younger as of January 1, 2017. Junior Category “B” : From 10 to 12 years old as of January 1, 2017. Junior Category “C” : From 13 to 15 years old as of January 1, 2017 Open Category: 16 years old or older as of January 1, 2017. Silver - German Honorary Consul, Hagen Dirksen Award: 50,000THB Bronze - Osaka Doctor Credit Union Dr. Tatsuo Fukami Awarad: 30,000THB Open Category: 5,000THB Junior Category: No cash prize Open Category: One round trip air ticket Bangkok-Japan Junior Category: No cash prize CHIANG MAI GINASTERA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 7 Geoff Erik Music Conservatoire Award for Chiang Mai Musician The Gold Prize, Silver Prize, Bronze Prize will be awarded after the First Round on November 12. Award winners can proceed to the Semi-Final Round. Gold (1st Prize): 10,000THB Silver (2nd Prize): 5,000THB Bronze (3rd Prize): 3,000THB Junior Category: No cash prize Open Category: 5,000THB Junior Category: No cash prize Junior Category: November 16 (Thur) 17:30 at Baan Roichan Hall Open Category: November 18 (Sat) After the Gala Concert November 17 (Fri) Baan Roichan Hall November 17 (Fri) Baan Roichan Hall 19:30 Junior Category Award Winner’s Concert 8 CHIANG MAI GINASTERA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL Junior A (9 years old or younger ) Open Category (16 years old or older) Ms. Im-em Sawasdijira / Piano, from Chiang Mai CMSaxtet / Saxophone Ensemble, from Chiang Mai Mr.Kanapen Sukcharoen, Mr.Kittipong Sangpetwattanaku, Mr.Zen P. Tanwat- / Piano, from Chiang Mai Ms. Araya Thayayut tana, Mr.Prachaya Proman Ms. Varint Wongratanaphisan / Piano, from Chiang Mai Mr. Zen P. Tanwattana / Saxophone, from Chiang Mai Ms. Pim Lucksiri / Piano, from Chiang Mai Lalunar’s Ensemble / String Ensemble, from Chiang Mai Mr. Tanathorn Tavachphongsri / Piano, from Bangkok Mr.Kawee Sutheepunnuvat, Ms.Nutvadee Krasae, Ms.Teeda Rupsuwan, Phanchita Kamsai, Ms.Nilubon Sunanta, Ms. Peeraya Chalayon, Ms.Nanthanat / Piano from Bangkok Mr. Phopthorn Smithsuwanon Khantee, Mr.Peeraphat Prakopkij, Ms.Jintana Loetsakunmai, Ms.Punsita Vasud- Ms. Kodchaporn Roungsuwanon / Piano, from Bangkok hara, Ms.Siriyakorn Kijsadab Mr. Thitiphatchote Juntrakul / Piano, from Phayao Ms.Lee Yun Shan / Piano, from Taiwan Ms. Chow Yu Wa / Violin, from Hong Kong Mr. Nawanop Phetthammaros / Piano, from Chiang Mai Ms. Alisa Lin / Piano, from Taiwan Super Brass Ensemble / Low Brass Choir, from Chiang Mai Mr.KaedtisakJampa, Mr.Komsak Ubonnoi, Mr.Kasemsan Sinthukiow, / Piano, from Vietnam Mr. Kieu Duc Thang Mr.Norrasate Udakarn, Ms.Patcharaphan Keawchot, Ms.Pornchita Phuyaphaet- Ms.Savita Chayaboon Junior B (From 10 to 12 years old) Mr. Nutthivudh Nopkaew / Piano, from Chiang Mai Mr Suphaphit Chaimueangmun / Classical Guitar, from Lampang Mr. Supamongkol Kasemjitwat / Flute, from Bangkok Mr. Cao Hoang Linh / Violin, from Vietnam Mr. Anant Changwaiwit / Piano, from Bangkok Ms. Julian Wong / Piano, from Chiang Rai Mr. Isanan Chotirosniramit / Piano, from Bangkok Mr. Mu Qian / Piano, from China Mr. Siravith Kongbandalsuk / Trombone, from Bangkok Ms.Yanichadapha Pornvisethkul / Piano, from Bangkok Mr. Wongwarit Nipitwittaya / Horn, from Bangkok Ms. Ravint Wongratanaphisan / Piano, from Chiang Mai Ms. Rawiproud Prachyanusorn / Piano, from Bangkok Ms. Kotchawee Rungsichatchawal / Piano, from Chiang Mai ZofoRt Saxophone Quartet / from Bangkok Ms. Zhang XinJie / Piano, from China Mr.Nitchan Pitayathorn, Mr.Methawut Pimphapatang, Mr.Pattranant Pliensakul, Mr.Sakdina Sirisarnsophon Ms. Sarah Annisa Binti Rosli / Piano, from Malaysia / Marimba, from Indonesia Ms. Porjai Rangsri / Piano, from Chiang Mai Mr. Alfin Satriani / Flute Ensemble, from Indonesia / Piano, from China Scherzo Trio Ms. Karen Jiayu Guo Ms. Astri Kinanti Putri, Ms. Ika Dian Lestari, Mr. Imawan Fahmi Mr. Chin-Hung Lin / Piano, from Taiwan Mr. Naoki Takagi / Piano, from Japan Ms. Ta Khanh Linh / Violin, from Vietnam Junior C (From 13 to 15 years old) Hanoi Girls String Quartet / String Ensemble, from Vietnam Ms.Nguyen Ha Linh, Ms.Dao Thi Thu Hoai, Ms.Nguyen Phuong Anh, Ms.Bui Le Huyen Linh Ms. Matchima Promguntha / Piano, from Chiang Mai Mr. Hirotaka Ogura / Piano, from Japan Mr. Christsanutth Siripakkaphant / Piano, from Chiang Mai Ms. Hao-Wen, Chang / Piano, from Taiwan Ms. Jaravee Achalapong / Piano, from Phayao Mr. Pong Tin Yau / Saxophone, from Hong Kong Mr. Jirayu Nampaisarn / Piano, from Phayao Mr. Dino Yulio Wijaya / Clarinet, from Indonesia Ms. Bui Le Huyen Linh / Cello, from Vietnam Mr. Jeremy Yeo Jia Cai / Piano, from Malaysia Ms. Kanokrada Changfun / Piano, from Thailand -UK Mr. Law Wai Ting and Mr. So Wai Lung / 2 Pianos, from Hong Kong Mr. So Ho Ming / Piano from Hong Kong Ms. Veronika Issajeva / Piano, From Estonia Ms. Neam Sahiqa Raya / Cello, from Indonesia Ms. Pei-Chen Chen and Ms. Yoonjee Leeon / 2 Pianos, from Canada Ms.Tan Woan Ju / Soprano, from Malaysia Ms. Yuki Saito and Ms. Yuri Noboritate / Flute Duo from Japan Jeli Guitar Duo / Classical Guitar Duet, from Indonesia Ms.Birgita