Composer Bruce Gaston honoured at BACC

To commemorate the life and legacy of Bruce Gaston, Bangkok Art and Culture Centre is hosting "The Octave Zero: 80 Years Of Bruce Gaston, The Melodies Of Fong Naam", which kicks off today and runs until March 15, at its Studio on the 4th floor.

- Patcharawalai Sanyanusin

Held in collaboration with the Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music, the Office of Contemporary Art and Culture, Ministry of Culture, Goethe-Institut and the Fong Naam Ensemble, the exhibition is a comprehensive exploration on the biography and creative output of Gaston, a key figure who created a musical and cultural phenomena in the history of contemporary Thai music.

As an American, he transcended the boundaries of language and ethnicity to assimilate and contribute to Thailand's musical heritage. He was not only an accomplished musician and composer, but also a cornerstone in propelling Thai music to the world stage with international standards.