Bangkok--8 Sep--VIE Hotel
Praised for his "sensitive touch" by The Washington Post and for his "beautiful sound with an abundant sense of fantasy" by Musica Nova magazine, VIE Hotel Bangkok proudly presents a solo piano recital by award-winning pianist and creator of the URI Piano Extravaganza, Manabu Takasawa. He will present a program of rarely performed classical works by the world’s greatest composers on Monday 27th September from 19.30 — 20.45 hours at the MGallery Buffet Dinner, VIE WINE & GRILL on the 11th floor of VIE Hotel Bangkok.
Born in Niigata, Japan, Manabu Takasawa moved to the United States to further his musical training. He studied with Jose Rambaldi at Whitman College in Washington State and with Constance Keene at Manhattan School of Music. While in New York, he was invited by renowned pianist and chamber musician, the late Arthur Balsam, to participate in the Kneisel Hall Chamber Music Festival in Maine. He also tutored with Thomas Schumacher at the University of Maryland. He has performed in master classes given by Stewart Gordon, Menahem Pressler and Vladimir Feltsman. His doctoral dissertation focused on the American musician and educator, Abram Chasins. Manabu Takasawa is currently Associate Professor of Music and Co-Director of the Graduate Studies at the University of Rhode Island.
VIE Wine & Grill is a sophisticated award-winning restaurant highly regarded for its outstanding cuisine and an impressive selection of New and Old World wines. Popular ‘wine flights’ provide the opportunity to taste several vintages selected to pair beautifully with a tempting international tapas menu.
The MGallery International Buffet Dinner features a wide variety of enticing dishes, a carving station and irresistible desserts. “Sous-Vide Express”, a triple-tiered plate of mini bites allows diners to sample dishes cooked using this unique technique.
Now you can experience our international delicacies in relaxed surroundings with a special ‘two for one’ offer.
Located on the 11th floor of the design-led VIE Hotel Bangkok, VIE Wine & Grill is open from 18.30-22.00 hours, Monday to Saturday.
VIE Hotel Contact Details
Address: 117/39-40 Phaya Thai Road, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
Telephone: +66 (0) 2309 3939
Facsimile: +66 (0) 2309 3838
Website: www.viehotelbangkok.com
www.mgallery.com