Chuck Kuhn's Asia in Photos: Berlin Philharmonic to perform in Hanoi, HCM City

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Berlin Philharmonic to perform in Hanoi, HCM City | Look At Vietnam -

Twelve cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic, one of the world top orchestras, will hold a concert at Hanoi Opera House on July 10 and HCM City Theatre on July 11.

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The twelve cellists include: Ludwig Quandt, Nikolaus RÃ¶misch, Dietmar Schwalke, Richard Duven, SolÃ¨ne Kermarre, Christoph Igelbrink, Olaf Manninger, Martin Menking, Knut Weber, Rachel HelleurDavid Riniker, David Riniker and Martin LÃ¶hr.

“Innovative, brilliant, humorous”, that is the message of the 12 cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic.

The ensemble, an unique group of musicians, has taken its place in the first row of the international musical landscape. More than one hundred contemporary composers have created works especially for the 12 Cellists. Their broad repertoire has impressed audiences around the world for the last 37 years.

Whether playing classical, jazz or avant-garde, the 12 Cellists produce an unmistakable, richly facetted mix of musical colors and unparalleled sound quality. The instruments they play contribute as well: all come from Italian workshops of the 17th and 18th centuries.

They accompany German Federal Presidents on official travels, and the Japanese Emperor welcomes them regularly. Their appearances in Hanoi and HCMC will be one of the highlights of “Germany in Vietnam 2010”.

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“I can’t say what made me fall in love with Vietnam - that a woman’s voice can drug you; that everything is so intense. The colors, the taste, even the rain. Nothing like the filthy rain in London. They say whatever you’re looking for, you will find here. They say you come to Vietnam and you understand a lot in a few minutes, but the rest has got to be lived. The smell: that’s the first thing that hits you, promising everything in exchange for your soul. And the heat. Your shirt is straightaway a rag. You can hardly remember your name, or what you came to escape from. But at night, there’s a breeze. The river is beautiful. You could be forgiven for thinking there was no war; that the gunshots were fireworks; that only pleasure matters. A pipe of opium, or the touch of a girl who might tell you she loves you. And then, something happens, as you knew it would. And nothing can ever be the same again.”
― Graham Greene, The Quiet American

Tips on Travel to Vietnam

It's always warm in Southeast Asia apart from high mountains, so leave the heavy clothing at home. Cotton and breathable fabrics are always better than synthetics -- although cotton does wrinkle a lot when traveling! December through April is roughly the dry season in that region, although it can still rain a little. December is a good time to go in terms of temperature -- cooler than in the humid summertime. Either way, wearing more clothing (shirt sleeves and long pants) is always more respectful towards the Asian culture, especially when visiting temples and rural areas.