In the year 2009, my first text book “Contemporary Music Composition ” --explaining techniques pertaining to advanced contemporary music composition -- was published by Chulalongkorn University Press and has been given a very warm welcome so far.

         Additionally, 2 compositions of mine were premiered:

• “In Memoriam” , composed in memory of Ajarn Piyabhand Sanitwongse, performed by Ajarn Nalinee Dhamabutra for the first time in “For Our Dearest Ajarn Pia” concert last June. The piece was staged for the second time during “Thailand International Composition Festival 2009” hosted by Silpakorn University in July.
• “ Sunlight ” , particularly composed for Sunrise String Orchestra. The composition has been played by the orchestra for 3 times at Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, Payap University and Shrewsbury International School respectively.

         I very much appreciate everyone’s effort in making all the performances successful.

         This year, 2 of my large compositions are going to be premiered:

• “Concerto for Piano, Percussion and Strings” , to be carried out this July.
• “Piyasayamintra” for Chorus and Orchestra, to be performed in the concert in commemoration of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) on the occasion of 100 th death anniversary. The composition lasts for approximately 25 minutes – with the poem written by Khun Gongbhoap Ruensiri. The work is conducted by Associate Professor Nora-ath Chanklum.

         In this festive season, I wish everyone the best and a very happy new year.