Reimagining the Present - CLASSIC JEEB HUNGARYLength:&nbsp;60 minutes without intermissionPresented by the Jeeb Ensemble, &quot;Classic Jeeb&quot; is a series that embodies the spirit of bridging the gap between classical music and exciting new influences. Tonight, this bridge leads us to the vibrant heart of Hungary.The program opens with Franz Joseph Haydn&#39;s String Quartet in D minor, Op. 76, No. 2, nicknamed &quot;Quinten.&quot; Composed in the 1790s, it belongs to a set of eight quartets that Haydn wrote after his successful visits to London. These quartets marked Haydn&#39;s final word on the string quartet form and are considered to be among his greatest chamber music works.Haydn, a renowned composer, wrote this quartet as part of a set commissioned by a Hungarian aristocrat, Count Erd&ouml;dy. The piece showcases Haydn&#39;s innovative use of musical materials, but the program note highlights the finale&#39;s elements that might hint at Hungarian folk music.These potential Hungarian influences include the use of syncopation, a rhythmic technique, and sustained harmonies. While the connection isn&#39;t definitive, it suggests Haydn&#39;s openness to incorporating new musical styles, possibly inspired by his association with the Hungarian count.Following this, we delve into the world of Hungarian composer Carl Goldmark with his Piano Quintet No. 1 in B-flat major, Op. 30. &nbsp;Goldmark, renowned for his masterful blend of Hungarian folk idioms with established Romantic forms, creates a work brimming with passion, lyricism, and a touch of Hungarian flair.His First Piano Quintet, composed in 1879, exemplifies this fusion. The opening movement sets a sunny and optimistic tone, while the second movement features a gorgeous cello melody showcasing the Romantic style. The scherzo offers a stark contrast with its pounding rhythm, and the finale returns to the playful mood of the beginning.&quot;Classic Jeeb Hungary&#39;&#39; invites you on a journey to reimagine the present through the lens of these captivating pieces. This innovative approach celebrates the rich musical heritage shared by Austria and Hungary, while simultaneously challenging traditional perceptions of classical music. As the Jeeb Ensemble &ldquo;courts&#39;&#39; Hungarian influences, they provide ways for a more inclusive and engaging future for classical music, communicating with audiences of all ages and backgrounds.PROGRAMMEFranz Joseph Haydn: STRING QUARTET IN D MINOR, Op. 76, Erd&ouml;dy, No. 2, Hob.III:76, &quot;Quinten&quot;&nbsp;Carl Goldmark: PIANO QUINTET NO.1, Op. 30ARTISTSJEEB ENSEMBLEChot Buasuwan, ViolinKanin Udommana, ViolinMiti Wisuthumporn, ViolaPanyapat Wongwechwiwat, CelloDr. Christopher Janwong McKiggan, PianoRESIDENCE ARTIST PERFORMANCES&ldquo;Having cultural stability and depth allows humans to live with dignity and not be easily shaken by changes, both good and bad.&rdquo;&nbsp;-&nbsp;Princess Galyani Vadhana (given on 8 November 1995.)This year&#39;s festival celebrates the remarkable talent and diversity within the world of classical music, featuring a captivating lineup of international artists over the course of three days.&nbsp;Dr. Alan Choo, concertmaster of Apollo&#39;s Fire, will join the Thailand Historical Informed Performance Society (THIPS) Ensemble for an enchanting Baroque Evening. Renowned hornist and composer Richard Bissill from the Royal Opera House Covent Garden will premiere a new work inspired by climate change. On the final night, Christos Marantos and Johannes Fleischmann from The University of Music and Performing Arts, Vienna, will commemorate the 150th anniversary of Arnold Schoenberg, celebrating his enduring legacy. Additionally, this year marks the 140th anniversary of Phra Chen Duriyang, a pivotal figure in the development of classical music in Thailand.&nbsp;The festival will also spotlight Thai musicians who are scholarship recipients from the Fund for Classical Music Promotion under the Royal Patronage of H.R.H Princess Galyani Vadhana and members of the Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music showcasing their exceptional artistry throughout the event.