International pianist on S’wak tour
MIRI: International concert pianist Quang Hong Luu is in the state until Jan 22 to perform as well as conduct a series of workshops and master classes in Kuching, Sibu and Miri during the Classical Piano Prelude 2017, with Miri as the main event centre.
According to a press release, this inaugural event is spread out among different divisions in Sarawak to enable people of all ages including youths to enjoy and watch the recitals as well as experience for themselves unforgettable live performances by an international world class pianist.
He will also conduct workshops and master classes for teachers and students in the different divisions on performance techniques and skills, teaching methods, and effective preparation for exam pieces with results.
His visit which began on Jan 7, was made possible by non-profit organisation Miri Orchestra & Choir Society ( MOC) and Barakh Music from Sibu with the collaboration of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture.
Malaysia Airlines (MAS) Hanoi, Vietnam is also supporting the event. The press release from MOC also said that the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture’s permanentsecretaryDatuIkPahon Joyik, expressed his support and would like the Cultural and Music Division under the ministry to be part of the event next year.
MOC president Asriel Wong thanked the ministry for its support and collaboration on the event and said the body was proud to contribute to boosting tourism in Sarawak.
Meanwhile, he is also seeking support from other government agencies together with Sarawak Tourism Board ( STB) and corporate organisations in terms of sponsorships.
“Together we can make it happen for our children and future generations in music,” he said.