Viet Nam News The Saigon Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (SPYO) debuted in HCM City with the goal of rejuvenating symphonic music and introducing a musical genre that is not well known or easily accessed by the public. Thu Ngân spoke with Nguyễn Bảo Anh, artistic director of SPYO, about the orchestra and the efforts to revive interest in symphonic music. Can you tell us something about SPYO? Why is it debuting at this time? What was the main goal for establishing the orchestra? The Saigon Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (SPYO) was established with the aim of rejuvenating symphonic music and introducing what may be commonly known as a "hard-to-digest" genre to the public and community. The orchestra targets music lovers aged 18-25, and we hope to encourage young audiences to experiment with and be inspired by different music genres and cultures. We want to be the common voice for young people in promoting the music and culture of HCM City. I think the most … [Read more...] about SPYO aims to inspire love for classical music
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The orchestra’s founders, Amberstone Media, HCMC Conservatory of Music, and the Saigon Philharmonic Orchestra – SPO, expect the SPYO will bring classical music closer to its young audience by rejuvenating this musical genre as well as contribute to the diversified music sector in HCMC . The group gave a premiere, “Once Upon a Spring - The Very Best of Tchaikovsky” in HCMC on January 13 under the baton of its Executive Director, Fan Ting. The concert featuring works by Tchaikovsky was supported by the Classical Music Society Hong Kong Vietnam, Soul Music & Performing Arts Academy – SMPAA, Hungarian Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City, Renaissance Collection company. The SPYO will offer a series of outdoor concerts in front of the municipal opera house every week to introduce and inspire the classic music to young listeners. Artistic director of the SPYO is musician Nguyen Bao Anh who graduated from the Royal College of Music in London. The musician … [Read more...] about Youth orchestra launched in city
Saigon Philharmonic Youth Orchestra debuts in HCM City
Members of the Saigon Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (SPYO) perform in HCM City. — VNS Photo Viet Nam News HCM CITY — The Saigon Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (SPYO) debuted on Sunday in HCM City with the aim of rejuvenating symphonic music and introducing a musical genre that is not well known or easily accessed by the public. SPYO aims to be the common voice for young people by promoting the music and culture of HCM City and delighting audiences of all ages with performances that will only improve over time. Targeting young music lovers aged 18-25, SPYO hopes to encourage young audiences to experiment and experience different music genres and cultures. SPYO members will be mentored by active members of the Sài Gòn Philharmonic Orchestra and conductors of regional and international repute. Nguyễn Bảo Anh, artistic director of SPYO, said: “I think the most effective way for Vietnamese youth to easily access symphonic music is for the city to … [Read more...] about Saigon Philharmonic Youth Orchestra debuts in HCM City
Maius Philharmonic to perform with Korean artists
Korean artist Kim So-hyan and conductor Luu Quang Minh (holding flowers) pose with the Maius Philharmonic Orchestra at a press conference on Thursday in Hanoi (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - The Maius Philharmonic Orchestra will perform with Korean artists to celebrate its ninth birthday at the Hanoi Opera House on September 30. The one-night show, entitled Vietnam Concert 2018, will combine different genres, including classical and pop, to entertain young audiences. The first part of the concert will consist of new works by conductor Luu Quang Minh, which he composed to express his deep gratitude to the former members of the orchestra. Minh was one of founders of the Maius Philharmonic Orchestra. "I want to thank all the former members who were with the orchestra in its early days," said Minh. "I have helped the concert meet international standards. At the upcoming event, all artists including symphony musicians and pop singers will put on their best performances." The second part … [Read more...] about Maius Philharmonic to perform with Korean artists
Maius Philharmonic performs with Korean artists
Music stars: South Korean artist Kim So-hyan and conductor Luwu Quang Minh (holding flowers) pose with the Maius Philharmonic Orchestra at a press conference on Thursday in Hà Nội. — Photo Nguyễn BìnhViet Nam News HÀ NỘI — The Maius Philharmonic Orchestra will perform with South Korean guest artists to celebrate its ninth birthday at the Hà Nội Opera House on September 30. The one-night show, entitled Vietnam Concert 2018, will combine different genres, including classical and pop, to entertain young audiences. The first part of the concert will consist of new works by conductor Lưu Quang Minh, which he composed to express his deep gratitude to the former members of the orchestra. Minh was one of founders of the Maius Philharmonic Orchestra. "I want to thank all the former members who were with the orchestra in its early days," said Minh. "I have helped the concert meet international standards. At the upcoming event, all … [Read more...] about Maius Philharmonic performs with Korean artists