Late Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej Used Music As a Medium to Bond With His People - Ambassador

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 7 -- Throughout the lifetime of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the late Thai King used music as a medium to bond with his people, said Thailand's Ambassador to Malaysia Chainarong Keratiyutwong. Chainarong said in the view of the late King, music was also like a diplomatic language between Thailand, the international community, and the world. The ambassador said that the late King's natural aptitude and passion for music, especially jazz and blues, started from an early age. The monarch passed away on October 13, 2016, at the age of 89. "By the age of 18, His Majesty composed the first piece, known in English as ‘Candle Light Blues’, which marked the birth of his prolific works in music that ultimately brought about 48 compositions across several musical genres." "Each song reflects His Majesty’s perception of places, culture, and people he had encountered," he said in his welcoming remarks at the ‘From Thailand with Love’ piano recital event by young and talented Thai pianist Dr. Poom Prommachart on Sunday, here. Poom's piano recital featured the Royal Compositions in remembrance of the late King. The event was co-organised by the Royal Thai Embassy in Malaysia and the University College Fairview. December 5th marks the birthday anniversary of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej as well as the Thai National Day and Thai Father’s Day. -- BERNAMA