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Time to unwind your imagination with Vietnam Concert Tour by German Band DER RINGER of enjoy Concert with Conductor Gudni Emilsson…
Vietnam Concert Tour by German Band DER RINGER
The German newcomer band DER RINGER is packing up to tour across Asia this autumn. They will kick-off in Vietnam in October and then continue to the Philippines, China, South Korea, Japan and Mongolia.
Numerous concerts come along with interactive workshops and talks in which German learners from the Goethe-Institutes, PASCH partner schools and universities will get the chance to meet and communicate with the musicians.
With their 2017 released debut album “Soft Kill”, the band represents the voice of a digitalized generation. Like almost no band before they seize on the contemporary spirit and let their songs tell stories of our daily digital life. Thus their music has a great impact on us, it evokes and carries emotions with typical metaphoric lyrics that rather work as an instrument. The questions the band asks are fundamental to us: Is our life drifting apart to digital spheres? Can our life be as real in virtuality? How do digitalization and humanity fit together?
The quintet from Hamburg underlines that it is not about demonizing digitalization but to accept its importance in its often unromantic everyday life and to set it to music. Can you write love songs for robots? Yes, you can! The band’s search for softness and emotionality in a digitalized world is the unique focus of their music.
DER RINGER is powerful, breezy, loud and sensitive. And even without understanding the German
lyrics the music sounds digital. The genre of DER RINGER can be located somewhere between indie, pop and punk. They appreciate synthesizer and vocoder effects, like to call themselves soft punk and get labeled with amusing terms like “post-punk-pop”.
DER RINGER is music from the present that suits the future well. Music that is worth to be shared – on social media and in concert halls. The band certainly is of the most exciting German newcomers. They are playing music for digitalized hearts.
Hanoi: Thu 26 Oct 2017, 8 pm
Youth Theatre
11 Ngo Thi Nham, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi
Concert with Conductor Gudni Emilsson
The Goethe-Institut Hanoi and Vietnam National Academy of Music Hanoi jointly present this classical concert, which features the well-known conductor Gudni Emilsson as a highlight event celebrating the Goethe-Institut’s 20th anniversary in Hanoi.
In joint rehearsals, Gudni Emilsson and the Hanoi Philharmonic Orchestra have developed a classical program with pieces by Mozart and Beethoven. Thus the Goethe Institute continues its collaboration with the Academy of Music, which has become a habit for both sides. The concert promotes exchange with the Vietnamese students and experts. The genre of music provides an excellent opportunity for cultural cooperation and cooperation. For the Music Academy, the collaboration with Gudni Emilsson is a musical enrichment because such guest performances illustrate s different approaches to musical interpretation across cultural boundaries.
Sat 28 Oct 2017, 8 pm
Vietnam National Academy of Music
77 Hao Nam, Hanoi
Special Concerts with Violinist Bui Cong Duy
The world-famous Vietnamese violinist Bui Cong Duy will perform four concertos for violin at two concerts on the night of 25 and 26 Oct at the Hanoi Opera House.
Conductor: Honna Tetsuji
Violin Soloist: Bui Cong Duy
and the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra
25 and 26 Oct 2017, 8 pm
Hanoi Opera House
Château Palmer Wine Dinner
Nearly two centuries ago, Château Palmer appeared in the historic Bordeaux Wine Official Classification as per request by Emperor Napoleon III to recognise France’s best Bordeaux wines. The exceptional bouquets that last for hundreds of years are now inviting at the Château Palmer Wine Dinner hosted by Pan Pacific Hanoi and Thien Linh Wine & Spirits.
Damien Grelat – Chateau Palmer Brand Ambassador and Mr. Pierre Philipponnat from Grand Chais de France will introduce wine lovers to the best vintages made from Merlot, Carbenet Sauvignon and Petit Vedot grown in 18 different gravel, clay and soil types. The Alter Ego de Palmer 2011 – an epitome of earlier-drinking wines, the deep ruby Château Palmer 2008 and the 19 year-old Château Palmer 1998 will be expertly paired with an array of delightful canapes and exquisite French dishes spotlighting pigeon breast, monkfish medallions, Wagyu beef and more.
The enchanting ambiance of West Lake Room with a stunning view from level 19 will serve as an ideal backdrop for your dining experience.
Tue 24 Oct 2017, 7 – 10 pm
West Lake Room, Level 19
Pan Pacific Hanoi
Les Arômes 2017 at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
This autumn, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi transports guests to a gastronomic world where they can thrill their palates on masterful creations, designed by some of the world’s top chefs, and indulge in some of the finest wines at Les Arômes Festival 2017.
Vietnam’s premier wine and food festival runs from Oct. 26 to Dec. 7 and features a slew of epicurean experiences from guest chef dinners to exclusive wine tastings and cheese degustation.
Headlining this year’s event with an intimate, five-course dinner at L’Orangerie on Nov. 9 is Thierry Drapeau, chef and owner of the two Michelin-starred restaurant, La Chabotterie, in western France. Known for his cooking style called “food from Mother Earth”, Drapeau’s signature dishes are inspired by the seasonal produce of the Vendée, where he grew up.
Chef Drapeau nurtured his dream of becoming a famous chef while helping his father in the kitchen as a child. At 21, he was appointed Chef de Partie at Le Bateau Ivre, a two starred Michelin restaurant. He went on to work for other Michelin-starred restaurants including Courchevel and L’Escale before returning to the Vendée in 1996 to open his first restaurant.
Guests can also look forward to Chef Drapeau’s authentic French fare on Nov. 10 at Le Beaulieu where he will join forces with the Metropole’s Executive Sous Chef Olivier Genique for a special wine dinner.
26 Oct – 07 Dec 2017
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Vietnam Concert Tour by German Band DER RINGER.
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Numerous concerts come along with interactive workshops and talks in which German learners from the Goethe-Institutes, PASCH partner schools and universities will get the chance to meet and communicate with the musicians.
With their 2017 released debut album “Soft Kill”, the band represents the voice of a digitalized generation. Like almost no band before they seize on the contemporary spirit and let their songs tell stories of our daily digital life. Thus their music has a great impact on us, it evokes and carries emotions with typical metaphoric lyrics that rather work as an instrument. The questions the band asks are fundamental to us: Is our life drifting apart to digital spheres? Can our life be as real in virtuality? How do digitalization and humanity fit together?
The quintet from Hamburg underlines that it is not about demonizing digitalization but to accept its importance in its often unromantic everyday life and to set it to music. Can you write love songs for robots? Yes, you can! The band’s search for softness and emotionality in a digitalized world is the unique focus of their music.
DER RINGER is powerful, breezy, loud and sensitive. And even without understanding the German
lyrics the music sounds digital. The genre of DER RINGER can be located somewhere between indie, pop and punk. They appreciate synthesizer and vocoder effects, like to call themselves soft punk and get labeled with amusing terms like “post-punk-pop”.
DER RINGER is music from the present that suits the future well. Music that is worth to be shared – on social media and in concert halls. The band certainly is of the most exciting German newcomers. They are playing music for digitalized hearts.
Hanoi: Thu 26 Oct 2017, 8 pm
Youth Theatre
11 Ngo Thi Nham, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi
Concert with Conductor Gudni Emilsson
Concert with Conductor Gudni Emilsson.
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In joint rehearsals, Gudni Emilsson and the Hanoi Philharmonic Orchestra have developed a classical program with pieces by Mozart and Beethoven. Thus the Goethe Institute continues its collaboration with the Academy of Music, which has become a habit for both sides. The concert promotes exchange with the Vietnamese students and experts. The genre of music provides an excellent opportunity for cultural cooperation and cooperation. For the Music Academy, the collaboration with Gudni Emilsson is a musical enrichment because such guest performances illustrate s different approaches to musical interpretation across cultural boundaries.
Sat 28 Oct 2017, 8 pm
Vietnam National Academy of Music
77 Hao Nam, Hanoi
Special Concerts with Violinist Bui Cong Duy
Special Concerts with Violinist Bui Cong Duy.
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Conductor: Honna Tetsuji
Violin Soloist: Bui Cong Duy
and the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra
25 and 26 Oct 2017, 8 pm
Hanoi Opera House
Château Palmer Wine Dinner
Château Palmer Wine Dinner.
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Damien Grelat – Chateau Palmer Brand Ambassador and Mr. Pierre Philipponnat from Grand Chais de France will introduce wine lovers to the best vintages made from Merlot, Carbenet Sauvignon and Petit Vedot grown in 18 different gravel, clay and soil types. The Alter Ego de Palmer 2011 – an epitome of earlier-drinking wines, the deep ruby Château Palmer 2008 and the 19 year-old Château Palmer 1998 will be expertly paired with an array of delightful canapes and exquisite French dishes spotlighting pigeon breast, monkfish medallions, Wagyu beef and more.
The enchanting ambiance of West Lake Room with a stunning view from level 19 will serve as an ideal backdrop for your dining experience.
Tue 24 Oct 2017, 7 – 10 pm
West Lake Room, Level 19
Pan Pacific Hanoi
Les Arômes 2017 at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Les Arômes 2017 at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi.
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Vietnam’s premier wine and food festival runs from Oct. 26 to Dec. 7 and features a slew of epicurean experiences from guest chef dinners to exclusive wine tastings and cheese degustation.
Headlining this year’s event with an intimate, five-course dinner at L’Orangerie on Nov. 9 is Thierry Drapeau, chef and owner of the two Michelin-starred restaurant, La Chabotterie, in western France. Known for his cooking style called “food from Mother Earth”, Drapeau’s signature dishes are inspired by the seasonal produce of the Vendée, where he grew up.
Chef Drapeau nurtured his dream of becoming a famous chef while helping his father in the kitchen as a child. At 21, he was appointed Chef de Partie at Le Bateau Ivre, a two starred Michelin restaurant. He went on to work for other Michelin-starred restaurants including Courchevel and L’Escale before returning to the Vendée in 1996 to open his first restaurant.
Guests can also look forward to Chef Drapeau’s authentic French fare on Nov. 10 at Le Beaulieu where he will join forces with the Metropole’s Executive Sous Chef Olivier Genique for a special wine dinner.
26 Oct – 07 Dec 2017
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
