Admission Report
– Maha Sarakham –
Workshop on 20th Oct 2023: 138 people (264 seats)
MIKAGE PROJECT ASEAN TOUR 2023 Concert on 20th Oct 2023: 257 people (264 seats)
– Bangkok –
“Minyo- Homeland Melodies” Demonstration and Workshop on Japanese Traditional Folk Songs at BACC on 21st Oct 2023: 105 people (219 seats)
MIKAGE PROJECT ASEAN TOUR 2023 with Rasmee Isan Soul on 22nd Oct 2023: 215 people (256 seats)
■ Maha Sarakham ■
MIKAGE PROJECT ASEAN TOUR 2023
Concert
| Venue | Mae Nam Khong Auditorium Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Mahasarakham University |
| Date-Time | 20 October 2023 Doors open at 17:30, show starts at 18:00 |
| Admission | Free |
| Registration | Walk-in and register at the front desk of the concert hall. |
■ Bangkok ■
MIKAGE PROJECT ASEAN TOUR 2023 with Rasmee Isan Soul
Concert
| Venue | Lido 2, Lido Connect |
| Date-Time | 22 October 2023 Doors open at 17:30, show starts at 18:00 |
| Admission | 160 THB |
| Registration | https://www.ticketmelon.com/lidoconnectevent/mikageproject23 |
“Minyo- Homeland Melodies”
Demonstration and Workshop on Japanese Traditional Folk Songs
| Venue | Auditorium, Bangkok Art and Culture Center (BACC) |
| Date-Time | 21 October 2023, 18:00 – 19:30 |
| Admission | Free |
| Registration | https://www.eventpop.me/e/16142 |
The Japan Foundation, Bangkok, with the corporate support from Japan Airlines, and collaboration with the College of Music, Mahasarakham University, proudly presented “MIKAGE PROJECT ASEAN TOUR 2023″ in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of ASEAN-Japan friendship. MIKAGE PROJECT, composed of 3 members with 3 Japanese musical instruments; shakuhachi, shamisen and koto, showcased the traditional folk music from across Japan and marking their debut concert in Thailand. Concert was set to be on 20th October in Maha Sarakham while in Bangkok, the workshop was on 21st October 2023 at Bangkok Art and Culture Centre and the last concert exclusively with Rasmee Isan Soul on 22nd October at Lido Connect, before departing to Malaysia.
Japan’s music scene has undergone a fascinating evolution, from music played on traditional Japanese instruments, to Japanese rock, to anime songs that resonate with today’s youth. MIKAGE PROJECT will introduce audiences to Japanese folk songs called ‘Minyo’ and present it with a modern touch. Minyo is often referred to as the song of the people which reflects the way of life and tradition of Japanese villagers in the old times, passed down through successive generations and now considered as a form of performing arts. With Mikage Project’s unique style, Minyo will continue to be the beloved folk songs of the people, both the present and generations to come.
About MIKAGE PROJECT
Formed in December 2020, MIKAGE PROJECT is a group of musicians who compose and arrange minyo folk songs of various regions with a contemporary sensibility, promoting their allure within Japan and abroad.
“MIKAGE” refers to the soul or spirit of gods and buddhas. The group’s foundational principle is to preserve the sonic spirits of our predecessors for future generations through folk songs from around the world. MIKAGE PROJECT consists of three talented members, each of whom has explored the potential of traditional Japanese instruments: SATO Kouki (shakuhachi, shinobue, ohayashi, percussion instruments), ASANO Sho (Tsugaru shamisen, vocals), and HONMA Takashi (25-string koto). Each member began learning their respective instrument under family tutelage from a young age and has achieved distinction in both domestic and international competitions.
About Rasmee Isan Soul
Rasmee is a singer and songwriter from the Northeast of Thailand (Isan). She began singing at the age of 5 with her father, the founder of a Jariang band (Khmer folk singing). At the age of 13, she joined a local band in her region. Her music is a unique blend of traditional Mor lam-Jariang cultures with western and African music. She calls her singing style “Isaan Soul”. Currently living in Chiang Mai, she has collaborated with various foreign musicians and has been invited to Europe to play music.
At the end of 2014, she started working with guitarist Satukan Thyatira. As a result of that collaboration, in 2015, she released her first album “Isan Soul EP”. In March 2016, Rasmee got 3 national “Kom Chad Luek” awards as best female singer of the year, best album “Isan Soul” and best song “Maya”.
In December 2017, Rasmee released her second album – “Arom”. In April 2018, the song “Little Girls” was nominated for Best Recording of the Year and Rasmee Wayrana received the Best Female Artist of the Year award at Thai national “Season Awards”.
In February 2019, she released the album “Roots”, a side project with traditional Isan musician Nattapong Napong.
Ticketing
■ Maha Sarakham ■
- MIKAGE PROJECT ASEAN TOUR 2023 Concert
Mae Nam Khong Auditorium, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Mahasarakham University, 20 October 2023, Doors opens at 17:30, show starts at 18:00 – 19:30
Admission FREE
Reservation Method Walk-in and register at the front desk of the concert hall.
■ Bangkok ■
- MIKAGE PROJECT ASEAN TOUR 2023 with Rasmee Isan Soul Concert
Lido 2, 22 October 2023, Doors opens at 17:30, show starts at 18:00 – 19:30
Admission 160 THB
Purchasing Method https://www.ticketmelon.com/lidoconnectevent/mikageproject23 - “Minyo- Homeland Melodies” Demonstration and Workshop on Japanese Traditional Folk Songs
Bangkok Art and Culture Center, 21 October 2023, 18:00 – 19:30
Admission FREE
Reservation Method https://www.eventpop.me/e/16142
Contact Information
The Japan Foundation, Bangkok
10th Fl. Serm-mit Tower, 159 Sukhumvit 21, Bangkok 10110
Tel: +66-2-260-8560~3
Email: acdept_jfbkk@jpf.go.jp
Co-organizers
Corporate Supporter
Supporters
Photo Report
Mahasarakham University Workshop on 20th October 2023
Mahasarakham University Concert on 20th October 2023
“Minyo- Homeland Melodies” Demonstration and Workshop on Japanese Traditional Folk Songs
at BACC on 21st October 2023
MIKAGE PROJECT ASEAN TOUR 2023 with Rasmee Isan Soul Concert
at Lido2 on 22nd October 2023
