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Mahori
The ''mahori'' (), possibly from Sanskrit मनोहर (''manohara'', meaning "fascinating, attractive, charming, beautiful") + -ई (''-ī'', a feminine suffix), is a form of Thai classical ensemble traditionally played in the royal courts for the purpose of secular entertainment. It combines the xylophones and gong circles (but not the pi, or oboe) of the '' piphat'' with the strings of the '' khruang sai'' ensemble. Originally, the term referred only to a string ensemble, although today it includes both string and percussion. There are three broad types of Mahori: Mahori Khryang Lek, Mahori Khyrang Khu, and Mahori Khyrang Yai, each differentiated by the types of instruments utilized. It is comparable to the Cambodian '' mohaori'' ensemble. History ''Mahori'' is a form of Thai classical music that has a long history in Thailand, dating back to at least the Ayutthaya period. Although it was already a well-established form of music in Thailand during that time, in 1931, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Krachappi
The ''krachappi'' (Thai: กระจับปี่, pronounced ra.tɕàp.pìː, also spelled ''grajabpi'', is plucked, fretted lute of Thailand, used in central Thai classical music. It has four strings in two courses that are plucked with a plectrum and are constructed of teak or jackfruit wood. It can be played by holding the wand, which is composed of thin wooden planks, in your right hand and flicking the wires in and out while pressing the string with your left finger. Krachappi usually plays in a band called Mahori with four to eight instruments. The Department of Cultural Promotion listed the ''krachappi'' as a cultural heritage in 2011. The ''krachappi'' is an ancient Thai instrument and has been with the Thai people for over a century. The appearance, playing method, and song of ''krachappi'' are all associated with Thai history. Thai music instruments are divided into 4 groups, namely, strum, string, percussion, and brass. The origin of the ''krachappi'' is am ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Music Of Thailand
The music of Thailand includes a wide array of distinct genres, both traditional and modern. Traditional Thai musical instruments are varied and reflect ancient influence from far afield – including the ''klong thap'' and ''khim'' (Iran, Persian origin), the ''chakhe'' (Indian origin), the ''klong chin'' (Chinese origin), and the ''klong khaek'' (Indonesian origin). The two most popular styles of traditional Thai music are luk thung and mor lam. The latter in particular has close affinities with the music of Laos. Aside from the Thai, Ethnic groups in Thailand, ethnic minorities such as the Lao people, Lao, Lawa people, Lawa, Hmong people, Hmong, Akha people, Akha, Khmer people, Khmer, Lisu people, Lisu, Karen people, Karen and Lahu people, Lahu peoples have retained traditional musical forms. Though Thailand was never colonization, colonized by colonialism, colonial powers, pop music and other forms of modern Asian, European and American music have become extremely influent ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Piphat
A ''piphat'' () is a kind of ensemble in the classical music of Thailand, which features wind and percussion instruments. It is considered the primary form of ensemble for the interpretation of the most sacred and "high-class" compositions of the Thai classical repertoire, including the Buddhist invocation entitled ''sathukan'' () as well as the suites called ''phleng rueang''. It is also used to accompany traditional Thai theatrical and dance forms including '' khon'' () (masked dance-drama), '' lakhon'' (classical dance), and shadow puppet theater. Piphat in the earlier time was called ''phinphat''. It is analogous to its Cambodian musical ensemble of pinpeat and Laotian ensemble of pinphat. Types of ''piphat'' The smallest ''piphat'', called ''piphat khrueang ha'', is composed of six instruments: '' pi nai'' (oboe); ''ranat ek'' (xylophone); '' khong wong yai'' (gong circle); '' taphon'' or other Thai drums; '' glong thad'', a set of two large barrel drums beaten with s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Music Of Cambodia
The music of Cambodia is derived from a mesh of cultural traditions dating back to the ancient Khmer Empire, India, China and the original indigenous tribes living in the area before the arrival of Indian and Chinese travelers. With the rapid Westernization of popular music, Cambodian music has incorporated elements from music around the world through globalization. Folk and classical music Cambodian Art music is highly influenced by ancient forms as well as Hindu forms. Religious dancing, many of which depict stories and ancient myths, are common in Cambodian culture. Classical Khmer music usually is divided into three parts: ''pin peat, phleng kar,'' and ''mahori,'' all of which are associated with their religious dances. Some dances are accompanied by a pinpeat orchestra, which includes a ching (cymbal), roneat (bamboo xylophone), pai au (flute), sralai (oboe), chapey (bass moon lute or banjo), gong (bronze gong), tro (fiddle), and various kinds of drums. Each moveme ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mohaori
Mohaori (Khmer language, Khmer: មហោរី) is one of the traditional musical ensembles of Cambodia. This traditional ensemble is known in full name as Vung Phleng Mohaori (វង់ភ្លេងមហោរី), literally means ''Mohaori Musical Ensemble''. It composed of many kinds of musical instruments, but today it is more specifically applied to a small ensemble of wind, stringed, and percussion musical instruments. This musical art is thought to be predated Khmer Empire, Angkorian period and probably dated back to as early as the 9th century. Mohaori became more popular and further developed in the Longvek, Post-Angkorian era until the present days. The songs and lyrics of Mohaori music normally depict the beauty and admiration of nature, and the confession of love. The Music played by this Khmer ensemble is gentle and fluid which is suitable for an entertainment in Cambodian social and traditional events. Nowadays, Mohaori is still a popular Cambodia, Khmer traditi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Khruang Sai
''Wong khrueang sai'' (, , literally "string ensemble") is a musical ensemble in Thai classical music which consists primarily of string instruments. A typical ''khrueang sai'' ensemble features two two-string fiddles, one high and one low (''saw duang'' and ''saw u''), a three-string zither called ''jakhe'', a vertical duct flute called ''khlui'', hand drums, and various cymbals. Depending on the size of the ensemble, instruments may be doubled or left out. A three-string spike fiddle called '' saw sam sai'' may be added as well. The ''khim'' (hammered dulcimer) has become popular and is also used in this ensemble. In the 20th century, Western instruments such as the violin or organ have also occasionally been integrated into ''khrueang sai'' ensembles. Playing context The ''khrueang sai'' is one of the quietest and most intimate ensembles in Thai classical music. It is used to accompany singing, dances, and holidays. It also used in impromptu occasions requiring music. Varieti ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Khong Wong Yai
The ''khong wong yai'' (, ) is a circle with gongs used in the music of Thailand. It has 16 tuned bossed gongs in a rattan frame and is played with two beaters. The player sits in the center of the circle. It is used in the ''piphat'' ensemble to provide the skeletal melody the other instruments of the elaborate ensemble. The gongs are individually tuned with beeswax under the gongs. The khong wong yai can either be played with soft beaters or hard beaters. It is equivalent to the kong thom in Cambodian music. History Khong Wong Yai can be considered a musical instrument with a long history. Among the instruments used today and it has been an important instrument since ancient times. It is the main instrument of the Thai music band. both in the orchestra and Piphat band The gong has found evidence. By focusing on the majestic drum, the majestic drum was first discovered in southern China near Yunnan and nearby provinces. Continuing to Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Malaysia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Khrueang Sai
''Wong khrueang sai'' (, , literally "string ensemble") is a musical ensemble in Thai classical music which consists primarily of string instruments. A typical ''khrueang sai'' ensemble features two two-string fiddles, one high and one low (''saw duang'' and ''saw u''), a three-string zither called ''jakhe'', a vertical duct flute called '' khlui'', hand drums, and various cymbals. Depending on the size of the ensemble, instruments may be doubled or left out. A three-string spike fiddle called '' saw sam sai'' may be added as well. The '' khim'' (hammered dulcimer) has become popular and is also used in this ensemble. In the 20th century, Western instruments such as the violin or organ have also occasionally been integrated into ''khrueang sai'' ensembles. Playing context The ''khrueang sai'' is one of the quietest and most intimate ensembles in Thai classical music. It is used to accompany singing, dances, and holidays. It also used in impromptu occasions requiring music. Vari ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mongkut
Mongkut (18 October 18041 October 1868) was the fourth Monarchy of Thailand, king of Siam from the Chakri dynasty, titled Rama IV. He reigned from 1851 until his death in 1868. The reign of Mongkut was marked by significant modernization initiatives and diplomatic engagements, which played pivotal roles in shaping Thailand's trajectory towards progress and international relations. Siam first felt the pressure of Colonialism, Western expansionism during Mongkut's reign. Mongkut embraced Western innovations and initiated the modernization of his country, both in technology and culture—earning him the nickname "The Father of Science and Technology" in Siam. Mongkut was also known for appointing his younger brother, Prince Chutamani, as Second King, crowned in 1851 as King Pinklao. Mongkut told the country that Pinklao should be respected with equal honor to himself (as King Naresuan had done with his brother Ekathotsarot in 1583). During Mongkut's reign, the power of the House ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ranat Ek
The ''ranat ek'' (, , "also xylophone") is a Thai musical instrument in the percussion family that consists of 22 wooden bars suspended by cords over a boat-shaped trough resonator and struck by two mallets. It is used as a leading instrument in the piphat ensemble. ''Ranat ek'' bars are typically made from rosewood ('' Dalbergia oliveri''; ; ''mai ching chan'') and they are two types of ranat ek mallets. The hard mallets create the sharp and bright sound, normally used for faster playing. The soft mallets create the mellow and softer tone, used for slower songs. In the Thai xylophone family, there are several similar instrument with bars made from different types of material, such as metal (''ranat ek lek'', ''ranat thum lek'') and glass (''ranat kaeo''). There is another similar Thai xylophone that has a different kind of wooden bar, called “ ranat thum”. Its appearance is similar to the ''ranat ek'', but it is lower and wider. It is usually played in accompaniment of a ' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Overture
''The Overture'' ( or Hom rong) is a 2004 Thai tragic-nostalgia music-drama film. The film is a fictionalised account based on the life story of Thai palace musician Luang Pradit Phairoh ( Sorn Silapabanleng), which follows the life of a Thai classical musician from the late 19th century to the 1940s. The film was the winner of several awards in Thailand and was the country's official selection for the 77th Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. It was directed by Itthisoontorn Vichailak, who also co-wrote the script. Producers included Nonzee Nimibutr and Chatrichalerm Yukol. The film was credited with a revival in the popularity of piphat – Thai classical music. In 2015, this film was remade into a musical play, which ran from the 4th of April to 17 May at KBank Siam Pic-Ganesha Theatre. Plot The story begins in the 1940s, with the Sorn recounting the tale of his childhood in 1880s Siam, during the reign of King Chulalongkorn. Sorn's father bars the boy fr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
