A Winter’s Reverie

Prawwanitsita Neesanant, born in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, began studying double bass at age 16 with Mr. Patsakorn Intarasombat and later with Mr. Pongsathorn Surapab. She holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Western Music Performance from Chulalongkorn University. A versatile performer, she has appeared with leading ensembles including the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra, Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra, Thai Symphony Orchestra, and international groups such as the Sun Symphony Orchestra (Vietnam) and Symphoniker Hamburg (Martha Argerich Festival 2024). She currently serves as Principal Double Bass of Siam Sinfonietta and SoleOrchestra.

Prawwanitsita has toured across Asia, Europe, and the U.S., and has performed with a wide range of artists—from orchestras to pop/rock bands like Bodyslam and Zweed n’ Roll. Her awards include First Prize at the Summa Cum Laude Festival 2016 and Second Prize at PGVIEC 2019. As a soloist, she has performed in several featured concerts and actively teaches at St. Andrew International School and the Bangkok Metropolitan Youth Orchestra Camp. She is currently a member of the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra, an on-call musician with the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra, and a sought-after freelance artist.

Todsatham Srikrueakaew (born 2010) is a young Thai violinist studying at Assumption College Thonburi, Bangkok. He began pursuing music seriously at the age of twelve, inspired by violinists Ray Chen, Hilary Hahn, and In Mo Yang, as well as his mentor Thanatat Sriaranyakul.

Previously a competitive tennis player, Todsatham developed a passion for classical music after hearing a performance of Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1. He studied with Karuna Boonyuen at Aum Aree Music School and continues his development under Thanatat Sriaranyakul. He has also attended a masterclass with Weigang Li.

His achievements include Second Prize at the BROS String Competition: Call for Soloists, First Prize at the ACT Music Competition 2024, and Second Prize at the Thailand String Competition 2026. He was awarded a scholarship to attend the NTSO Youth Camp in Taiwan and has gained experience through the Thai Youth Orchestra and other orchestral activities.

Todsatham aspires to become an internationally recognised violin soloist.

Thanatat Sriaranyakul is a Thai violinist and the founder of BROS String, active as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral performer.

He graduated with Merit honours from the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore, where he studied on a full scholarship. He is pursuing a Master of Music at the Tianjin Juilliard School, also on a full scholarship, studying with Weigang Li and Tarn Travers.

Thanatat has performed as a soloist with the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra, Bangkok Metropolitan Orchestra, and Sunrise String Orchestra. His achievements include First Prize at the SALA Free Stage Competition (2024) and the Best Performer Award at the Osaka International Music Competition (2024).

Chanasorn Chantarapaoraya began studying violin at Prince Royal’s College before continuing his musical education at the College of Music, Mahidol University.

He completed pre-college and undergraduate studies in Classical Music Performance and has pursued postgraduate studies in Violin Performance and Pedagogy at Mahidol University.

His orchestral experience includes performing with the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra, World Philharmonic Orchestra in Paris, and Chiang Mai Youth Philharmonic Orchestra. He has also received recognition at the Mahidol String Competition and SETTRADE Youth Music Competition.

Naphatipa Preechanon is a Thai violinist and member of the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra. She holds a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance from Mahidol University.

Her achievements include the Golden Prize at the SET Youth Musician Competition, First Prize at the Yamaha Thailand Music Festival, and Third Prize at the Princess Galyani Vadhana International Ensemble Competition.

As a member of Siam Sinfonietta, she has performed internationally at venues and festivals including Carnegie Hall, Konzerthaus Berlin, and the Young Euro Classic Festival.

Ittipat Pisalchaiyapol is a Thai violinist with experience in chamber music, orchestral performance, and crossover projects.

He earned a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance from Mahidol University and won First Prize at the Princess Galyani Vadhana Ensemble Competition in 2014 with the Alisore Chamber ensemble.

He participated in the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra’s European tour in 2022 and has contributed to film soundtracks, studio recordings, and live performances with popular artists.

He currently serves as Co-Principal Second Violin of the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra.

Nawattasit Kanjanajai is a Thai violist from Chiang Mai who began his musical journey with keyboard and piano studies before moving to violin and viola.

He studied at the College of Music, Mahidol University, developing his skills under several distinguished viola teachers.

His achievements include a Silver Medal at the SETTRADE Young Thai Musician Competition in 2011. He has performed with ensembles including the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra, Mahidol Symphony Orchestra, and Southeast Asian Youth Orchestra.

He was also a member of the Uni-Sono Chamber Orchestra, winner of First Prize at the Princess Galyani Vadhana International Ensemble Competition in 2013.

Phattarapoj Sawangchaeng, also known as Louis, began his musical studies on piano before transitioning to violin and later viola.

He studied at the Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music and continued postgraduate studies at Elisabeth University of Music in Hiroshima, Japan, where he earned a degree in Viola Performance.

Since returning to Thailand in 2023, he has performed with the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra, Bangkok Metropolitan Orchestra, and BROS String, bringing experience in orchestral performance and international collaboration.

Panyaphat Wongwechwiwat is a Thai cellist who graduated from The Juilliard School in 2016 with a Bachelor of Music.

He has performed at major international concert venues including Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall, the Musikverein in Vienna, and Suntory Hall in Tokyo.

His orchestral experience includes working with distinguished conductors such as Alan Gilbert, Esa-Pekka Salonen, and Bernard Haitink.

Panyaphat serves as Assistant Principal Cellist of the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra and performs chamber music with ensembles including Pro Musica Quartet. He is also active in music education, supporting the development of young Thai cellists.

Teerakiat Kerdlarp is a Thai cellist serving as Principal Cellist of the Bangkok Metropolitan Orchestra and a tutti cellist with the Thai Symphony Orchestra.

He graduated from the College of Music, Mahidol University, and was appointed Principal Cellist of the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra at the age of 23.

Beyond classical performance, Teerakiat works as a string arranger and composer, collaborating with Thai artists including Cocktail, Klear, Lula, Safeplanet, and Saran.

He is also a certified Suzuki Method and Suzuki Early Childhood Education teacher.