For the first time, Artist Society brings a unique appening of classical music with live painting to Bangkok. At the unusual event of “Anticipation” on May 11, 2008, Thai soprano Sophie Tanapura accompanied by Elvira Galioullina on the piano will inspire Russell Fadavi
during his “live” painting on canvas at the Thailand Cultural Centre's small hall. Part of the proceeds will go to Fuen Jai Foundation to help the underprivileged in Klong Toey.

Russell Fadavi never paints without music inspiring him in the process. When he heard a recording of German lieder by Sophie Tanapura, he exclaimed: “That is the kind of music that I would like to listen to while I paint!”
That sparked the idea of “Anticipation.” As Sophie Tanapura sings her program of German lieder, known for its intricate symbiosis of poetry and music, Russell Fadavi will paint.

Those who attend the event will have the very rare opportunity to witness “art in the making”, to be involved in the creative process of both painting and vocal music.
The success of the evening – the intensity of symbiotic art -- depends on the meeting of the hearts and minds of all three artists: Sophie Tanapura, Elvira Galioullina and Russell Fadavi.