28.8.– 27.9. 2025

Tacet(i) Ensemble
Tacet(i) Ensemble © Anuwat Nakpawan

Established in 2014, Tacet(i) is Southeast Asia’s leading new music ensemble, dedicated to creating new compositions by both local and international composers and artists. Tacet(i) explores innovative works that integrate elements of music technology, improvisation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Each year, the ensemble premieres and collaborates on over 50 new pieces, showcasing its repertoire in Thailand, across Asia, Europe, and the United States. Since 2019, Tacet(i) has served as the ensemble-in-residence for the IntAct Festival (Thailand) at the Bangkok Arts and Culture Centre, which has become a centre for new music in Southeast Asia.

Tacet(i) has received prestigious awards, most recently the prestigious Ernst von Siemens Ensemble Prize (2024/25), recognizing it as the leading contemporary music ensemble of the year. With this recognition, Tacet(i) strengthens its place on the global music stage, pushing creative boundaries and serving as an inspiring ambassador for cultural exchange and creativity.

Tacet(i) has conducted residencies and creative projects at esteemed institutions across Asia, Europe, and the USA, including the Amsterdam Conservatory, Cornell University and Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University (USA), and both Royal College and Academy of Music (UK).

Since 2017, Tacet(i) has partnered with the Thailand Music and Art Organisation (TMAO) for new collaborative projects. These include educational workshops, collaborative performances, and diverse concerts from Thailand to the global stage.

In 2024, Tacet(i) celebrated its 10th anniversary. The ensemble remains committed to enriching the contemporary music scene in Southeast Asia and globally. Tacet(i) pursues this mission through dedicated research in sound studies, technology, and interdisciplinary exploration, fostering collaborations with diverse artists, composers, and performers.

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