Book cover design an art form in itself
AMONG the many bookstalls on Yangon’s Pansodan Road, Ma Thidar Cho looks carefully. Laid out on plastic groundsheets, all manner of books wait to catch the eye of people passing by. An English book with a white cover and photo of black glasses grabs Ma Thidar Cho’s attention and she buys it without hesitation. (Volume 27, No. 535 - August 09 - 15, 2010)
Traditional outfits enjoy new designs and revival
LOCAL couturiers believe that traditional Myanmar fashion is resurgent thanks to better fabrics and new designs that mix well with contemporary styles. (Volume 27, No. 535 - August 09 - 15, 2010)
A life in concert: Pianist Victor Goldberg talks music and tours
ISRAELI pianist Victor Goldberg, 32, gave a classical piano recital at Inya Lake Hotel on August 1. Currently on tour in Asia, visiting countries such as China, Singapore, Thailand and the Philippines, Mr Goldberg also made time to visit Gitameit Music School in Yangon and travelled to Mandalay to give a recital there. He left Myanmar on August 6. (Volume 27, No. 535 - August 09 - 15, 2010)
