Music helps former users heal misery of addiction
KO Hla Htun Myo tells an all too common story of drug use leading to addiction and, in turn, the loss of friends, family and self-respect. But though his drug abuse was defining, now that he is free of them he, and others like him, are working to make sure that they are not defined by their past. (Volume 28, No. 556 - January 3 - 9, 2011)
Composer celebrates 60th birthday with concert
COMPOSER Nay Win will enjoy quite the birthday celebration this year with a concert at the National Theatre on January 22. (Volume 28, No. 556 - January 3 - 9, 2011)
Biography of singer Sai Htee Seng released
THE death two years ago of Shan singer Sai Htee Seng has dimmed neither his music nor his memory, says writer Naing Zaw, who has just completed a biography of the singer. (Volume 28, No. 556 - January 3 - 9, 2011)
Chinlon contest to be held in Bagan
THE 10th chinlon (cane ball) performance competition will be held in Bagan from January 26 to 30, as part of efforts to promote traditional Myanmar sports and attract tourists, said a spokesperson from the Myanmar Chinlon Federation. (Volume 28, No. 556 - January 3 - 9, 2011)
