Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra - Russians at Home and Abroad (Prokofiev -Second Violin Concerto )

Russians at Home and Abroad
Sat 27 November 2010, 8.30pm

Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
Claus Peter Flor conductor
James Ehnes violin


PROKOFIEV: Violin Concerto No.2
SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No.8


Between them Hitler and Stalin represent the worst in 20th century political leaders. They are linked in Shostakovich's war-time Symphony, an attempt to show optimism in the face of the most horrible adversity. Meanwhile Prokofiev was busy travelling through north Africa and southern Europe as he wrote his Second Violin Concerto, which colourfully evokes many of the sounds he experienced on his travels abroad.


The same concert is available on Sunday, 28 November 2010 at 3.00pm


Ticket Price (RM): 85 | 65 | 40 | 20
Ticket Status: Available


Dress Code: Long-sleeved batik or lounge suit

Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra - Russians at Home and Abroad
(Prokofiev -Second Violin Concerto ) 

Source : Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra

AirAsia X Now 4x direct flight to Paris! Starting 14 February 2011 Kuala Lumpur - Paris (Orly airport)

AirAsia X Direct Flight To Paris
(Orly Int Airport)

Wherever you walk in Paris, the boulevards are lined with enigmatic structures let it be timeless monuments like the Moulin Rouge, Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame de-Paris, the Louvre and even the Eiffel Tower.


Champs-Elysées is one of the most talked over places in Paris that is deemed to be the kryptonite to shopaholics worldwide. You can buy anything from designer wear, movie tickets, accessories and even cars!


Though if all that is not your cup of latte, then a cruise on the river Seine would be perfect for you to just lull in the softly sweet melodic pace of Paris. Many have fallen in love with Paris's laid back nature, where locals and tourists alike enjoy their drinks and watch the world go by.


Go and experience it for yourself! As AirAsia X will be flying to Orly International Airport, Paris! Starting 14 February 2011 !

AirAsia X Direct Flight To Paris (Orly Int Airport)

Waseda Brass From Japan in Penang, The Glorious Brass Music

Date: 21st Nov 2010
Time: 2.30am door open. 3pm stars.
Location: Auditorium A, Level 5, Komtar
Contact: 04-6577889. Ticket: RM10.


Waseda Brass From Japan will hold a concert titled "The Glorious Brass Music" this 21st Nov 2010. It will be held at Auditorium A, Level 5, KOMTAR from 3:00pm to5:00 pm.


The Waseda Brass was founded in 2000 by members of the brass section of Waseda University’s Symphony Orchestra in Tokyo, Japan. The band comprises skilled amateur and professional musicians and has an active role in organising concerts in Japan.


This event aims to promote music appreciation among local citizens, especially that of band music through the performance by talented and gifted musicans. It is also one of the music culture promoted by Penang State Tourism Development & Culture. Local school bands and musicians are invited to this event which provides an opportunity for them to learn about the professional standards of performing. This is not just an evening filled with beautiful music by the Waseda Brass , it is also an exchange of cultures contributing to the close ties between Malaysia and Japan.

Source & Photo Credit : Penang Tourism