Bangkok, Thailand, February 23, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / This concert in honor of Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya marks the official opening of the international cultural project "Russian Seasons" in Thailand. It presents an evening where classical tradition meets the freedom of jazz improvisation. "Russian Seasons" is a major international initiative organized under the auspices of the Government and Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, dedicated to showcasing the richness and diversity of Russian culture abroad. Through music, theater, film, visual arts, and educational projects, the program reflects Russia's ongoing commitment to preserving and developing its cultural heritage while fostering creative dialogue with the world.

This opening concert unites an outstanding group of internationally acclaimed artists under the direction of Denis Matsuev, People's Artist of Russia, whose virtuosity and improvisational skills will be the highlight of the evening. He will be joined by renowned soloists Borislav Strulev (cello), Ekaterina Mochalova (domra), Andrei Ivanov (double bass), Sofia Tyurina (saxophone), Sofia Viland (flute), and David Tkechuchava (drums), under the baton of conductor Yuri Tkachenko, Honored Artist of Russia.

The program moves freely between different genres, offering highlights such as Leonard Bernstein's sparkling Candide Overture, jazz-inspired improvisations on Grieg's Peer Gynt and Khachaturian's Sabre Dance, and imaginative arrangements of Rimsky-Korsakov's Flight of the Bumblebee. The concert also explores symphonic jazz through works inspired by Borodin and Paul Desmond, Chick Corea's iconic Spain, and lyrical moments such as a new arrangement of Saint-Saëns' The Swan.

The Russian Seasons invite audiences in Thailand to experience Russian musical art through classical masterpieces with spontaneous creativity.