ITALIAN OPERA lands in Bangkok: Fabio Armiliato to guide Asia's new voices. Bel Canto International brings the magic of Italian singing tradition to young talents in Thailand
Opera is one of Italy's greatest cultural treasures, a powerful combination of music, theatre, and emotion that has captivated audiences for centuries. In 2023, Italian Opera Singing was added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, reaffirming its place as a universal language of beauty and artistic excellence.
Thailand has a vibrant classical music scene, with conservatories, academies, and universities devoted to the art. Yet opportunities for young singers to train at true international standards remain rare.
This is where Bel Canto International comes in: a new project designed to give promising Asian opera singers the chance to refine their technique and develop their artistry under the guidance of one of the most acclaimed tenors of our time, Fabio Armiliato.
"Bel Canto is not just about technique it is about telling stories, sharing emotions, and touching people's hearts. I am thrilled to bring this tradition to Bangkok and to work with such talented young singers," says tenor Fabio Armiliato.
The project will take place in Bangkok from 10th to 18th October with a series of daily masterclasses and a final showcase concert on Sunday 19th October where young singers will perform alongside Maestro Armiliato, offering audiences a unique opportunity to experience the richness of Italian opera tradition in Thailand. The Masterclass is open to the public to view, registration [email protected] , https://www.facebook.com/bssmusicschool
This initiative is presented by the Italian Cultural Institute in Bangkok, in collaboration with the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra, with the generous support of B.Grimm.Project curated by Mr. Camillo Pellegatta
STUDENT PARTICIPANTS ( selected by invitation ) :
Pemika Amonwetchayakul ( Soprano )
Worawee Saikhum ( Tenor )
Elden Handojo ( Tenor )
Aditep Khanyoo ( Tenor )
Araya Yangkham ( Soprano )
Yu Mu ( Soprano )
Surapong Wattananontachai ( Tenor )
Pirada Balamongkhon ( Pianist )
Aiwei Huang ( Pianist )