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	Music of Thailand
		Music was an important part of life during this period, and what is now known as Thai classical music arose during the Ayuthaya period.
		Pleng luk thung, or Thai country music, was invented in the early 1950s to reflect daily trials and tribulations of rural Thais.
		This music continued to evolve into luk grung, a romantic music that was popular with the upper-class.
	www.phuketwatch.com /thai-music-artists/thaimusic.htm (0 words)

	Music of Thailand - Definition, explanation
		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.
		Music flourished for the next few centuries, in spite of occasional oppression from monarchs like Rama I and the burning of Ayuthaya, including its art collections and libraries, in 1767 the result of which is a loss of most knowledge necessary to reconstruct the history of Thai music before the Bangkok period.
		Rhythmically and metrically Thai music is steady in tempo, regular in pulse, divisive, in simple duple meter, without swing, with little syncopation (p.3, 39), and with the emphasis on the final beat of a measure or group of pulses and phrase (p.41), as opposed to the first as in European-influenced music.
	www.calsky.com /lexikon/en/txt/m/mu/music_of_thailand.php (864 words)

	Music of Thailand - Picture and Sound Clip - MSN Encarta
		Music of Thailand - Picture and Sound Clip - MSN Encarta
		In the northeastern region of Thailand, traditional instruments include the vot (rotary panpipe made from bamboo tubes), ponglang (large wooden xylophone), and the pin (three-string guitarlike instrument).
		The core of most local ensembles is built around the khaen (a bamboo mouth organ with 16 tubes).
	encarta.msn.com /media_461526034/Music_of_Thailand.html (114 words)

	NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Music of Thailand
		Rhythmically and metrically Thai music is steady in tempo, regular in pulse, divisive, in simple duple meter, without swing, with little syncopation (p.3, 39), and with the emphasis on the final beat of a measure or group of pulses and phrase (p.41), as opposed to the first as in European-influenced music.
		In music, a swung note or shuffle note is the rhythmic device in which the duration of the initial note in a pair is augmented and that of the second is diminished.
		Music of Cambodia is classified into two forms, modern Cambodian culture is derived from the ancient Khmer Empire of the 8th to the 15th century.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Music-of-Thailand (3181 words)

	Music of Thailand
		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.
		Music flourished for the next few centuries, in spite of occasional oppression from monarchs like Rama I and the burning of Ayuthaya, including its art collections and libraries, in 1767 the result of which is a loss of most knowledge necessary to reconstruct the history of Thai music before the Bangkok period.
		(Motron 1978, p.21) Rhythmically and metrically Thai music is steady in tempo, regular in pulse, divisive, in simple duple meter, without swing, with little syncopation (p.3, 39), and with the emphasis on the final beat of a measure or group of pulses and phrase (p.41).
	www.xasa.com /wiki/en/wikipedia/m/mu/music_of_thailand.html (851 words)

	Thailand: National Geographic World Music (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Thailand, located between Myanmar (Burma) to the west, Malaysia to the south, and Laos and Cambodia to the east, is home to a wide variety of traditional musics, expressions of the many ethnic groups which have long resided in the area but whose historical roots often extend into neighboring countries.
		In Thailand, terms for classical music often refer rather narrowly to the refined and stylized forms of orchestral music historically performed in the courts of Central Thailand.
		Contemporary forms of popular music are heavily influenced by western models, and Thai rock, rap, jazz and blues represent the most widespread forms of musical activity in the country.
	worldmusic.nationalgeographic.com /worldmusic/view/page.basic/country/content.country/thailand_829?fs=www3.nationalgeographic.com (515 words)

	Music of Thailand - The Jiggies Reference Guide (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Music was an important part of life during this period, and what is now known as Thai classical music arose during the Ayuthaya period.
		Pleng luk thung, or Thai country music, was invented in the early 1950s to reflect daily trials and tribulations of rural Thais.
		The population of Isan, the Northeastern region of Thailand, is mainly Laotian.
	www.jiggies.com /reference/Music_of_Thailand (902 words)

	Voices: Country of the Month, October 2004
		Thailand is comprised of 76 provinces that are divided into districts, sub-districts and villages.
		Thailand is a constitutional monarchy with His Majesty the King recognized as the Head of State, Head of the Armed Forces, upholder of the Buddhist religion and upholder of all religions.
		Their music therapy center is stimulating, multi-sensory environment that consists of bubble tubes, fiber-optic lighting, bean bags and mirrored balls that are available for both musical activities and relaxation.
	www.voices.no /country/monththailand_october2004.html (755 words)

	Four Notes - Thai Music
		Ranging from engaging folk to shrill pop to elegant classical music, Thailand's musical landscape is varied, and reflects not only the history of the country and its neighbors but its easy relationship with the West.
		Generally described as Thai country music, luk thung is a style of music that has become quite popular in Thailand since the 1960's.
		The ranad ek is a kind of high-pitched xylophone from Thailand with either 21 or 22 bars made of bamboo or other hard wood.
	www.fournotes.com /asia/thailand/thai-music.php (234 words)

	1000goodies.com - Green Music of Thailand
		Chamras Saewataporn, a musician and a composer who was born in Thailand by the bank of the great Chaophraya River and Wat Prayoon Wongsawas on December 1956.
		With music he was able to express the feelings of beauty he had long experienced and kept in his heart.
		These are followed by other series as Song of Leaf, a description of Thailand’s countryside by piano solo; The Music of the Chao Phraya River, a reflection of the musician’s childhood by the riverside; Piano in the Garden, a collection of nature’s sounds through music.
	www.1000goodies.com /greenmusic.php (1387 words)

	Ancient Contemporary Music From Thailand
		Ancient–Contemporary Music from Thailand does not refer to the folk traditions where generations of common experience come together in a music that is obvious and necessary to all who share in that particular life style.
		Music compositions by Ketkhong are noted for their highly syncopated rhythms which cause his music to sound unusually modern in idiom.
		He is a university lecturer, composer and performer experimenting with serious music based on the combination of Thai classical instruments and compositional techniques, with electronic sounds and unorthodox approaches to the music-making process.
	www.harmonies.com /releases/14098.htm (439 words)

	Thailand webpage
		In addition to the music I observed, the Center offers lessons in all aspects of the Thai culture, including academics, classical dance, sports, etc. As it says on their website, and as confirmed by Paul, all ethnicity's are welcomed and encouraged to study at the Center for their weekly Sunday sessions.
		Although the traditional classical music heard in Thailand is scarce and Western and Thai popular music continues to flourish, it is often heard over the radio, on television, and at public concerts.
		In addition, music and the arts are taught and put on display in several private and public schools, and many Thais have begun to learn and practice traditional music simply as a hobby.
	www.eden.rutgers.edu /~chrislc (1243 words)

	Thai music
		The music is performed by four musicians each playing either one of two kinds of oboe, a pair of Thai drums, or symbols.
		They took their music with them, and the genre gradually became a part of the Thai national consciousness.
		Thai music has borrowed much from western music, most particularly its instruments and there is a growing preference among Thais for a blend of Thai and international styles.
	www.horizonmuaythai.com /Thailand/music.html (870 words)

	Music of Thailand -Mor Lam - String - Pleng Luuk Thung - Kantrum
		Mor Lam is the music of the large Laotian speaking community of Issan.
		While the music is played with western instruments, traditional instruments have not been forgotten and are a part of most bands (for example the khaen, a flute type instrument).
		The Khmer speaking community of Thailand is much smaller than the Laotian speaking community, so their music, called kantrum, is not as well known.
	www.guidetothailand.com /thailand-travel-faq/thailand-music.php (576 words)

	THE ROUGH GUIDE TO THE MUSIC OF THAILAND
		CHINA DOLLS OH Thailand may be one of Asia’s most popular tourist destinations, but very few of it’s five million visitors bother to get to grips with the local music.
		Although little is known of the music of the Khmer, it is believed it contained early remnants of early Indian music, and possibly Javanese music too.
		Morlam elements are commonly mixed with Thai country music, lukthung, a bit of Western pop, and occasionally kantrum to produce a kind of all embracing Thai roots music, all normally grouped by the Thai record industry under the term lukthung.
	www.farsidemusic.com /RG_thailand.html (2669 words)

	On Air - Your Most Wanted Music Magazine in Thailand
		They had a good feeling coming back in Thailand that was their first Asian country, the "land of smile" smiled to them for the first time when they had the first tour.
		They were trying, then, to find their own style, but with no preconcepts against the future, music can't stop, their music is projected to the future.
		They define their music as rock, in 3 words they are: sensitive, funny and romantic.
	www.onairmag.com /trademark.htm (539 words)

	Chiang Mai Thailand's Live Music Scene -- All Thailand Experiences
		Live music of all kinds can be found in the city, from classical Thai to jazz, rock, and country.
		This is the area famous for jazz, rock, pop, Thai and country and western live music, along with fabulous restaurants serving Thai, western, and Chinese food.
		The live music starts around 7pm with dinner music from the Eagles, Beatles, or soft jazz.
	www.all-thailand-exp.com /live-music.htm (820 words)

	Asian Music :: calabashmusic.com
		A musical odyssey combining up-close and personal performances by stunning artists like Baaba...
		Bringing a new dimension to her music by lacing hip-hop beats with ethnic...
		Marcel Khalifé invents and creates original music, a novel world of sounds, freed of all...
	music.calabashmusic.com /world/asia (297 words)

	Ancient Contemporary Music From Thailand
		Ancient–Contemporary Music from Thailand does not refer to the folk traditions where generations of common experience come together in a music that is obvious and necessary to all who share in that particular life style.
		Music compositions by Ketkhong are noted for their highly syncopated rhythms which cause his music to sound unusually modern in idiom.
		He is a university lecturer, composer and performer experimenting with serious music based on the combination of Thai classical instruments and compositional techniques, with electronic sounds and unorthodox approaches to the music-making process.
	www.blacksun.com /releases/14098.htm (439 words)

	Robinson School of Music (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Robinson School of Music was founded in 1982 and provides a well-rounded musical education both in Practical and Theory of Music to international level.
		We are particularly concerned that students have a good grasp of musical theory and musicianship as a good grounding for a higher level of interpretative skill to perform the required works convincingly.
		Robinson School of Music is proud to be one of the most comprehensive and exclusive Pianoforte and Theory of Music training in Thailand.
	www.robinsonschools.org /index.htm (384 words)

	Music from Thailand and Laos Downloads :: calabashmusic.com
		David Fanshawe of “African Sanctus” fame spent many years exploring hidden and far away corners of the world, recording and preserving music of uncounted indigenous peoples.
		This colourful collection of songs presents the exotic and beautiful music of Thailand and...
		This colourful collection of songs presents the exotic and beautiful music of Thailand and Laos.
	musicfromthailandandlaos.calabashmusic.com (0 words)

	Jami Sieber: enchanting cello compositions
		She has guest artist in a variety of musical settings that have taken her to China, Russia, Croatia, Kosovo, Bosnia, Italy, France and most recently to Thailand where while working on a film score she had the most enriching experience of improvising with the Elephant Orchestra outside of Lampang.
		Each of these recordings is a sonic journey exploring the breadth and magic of the acoustic and electric cellos, with compositions that are engaging and full of lush imagery.
		Winter 2002- Spent 2 months studying and working with the elephants, their mahouts (caretakers), and the culture and music of Thailand.
	www.magnatune.com /artists/sieber (664 words)

	Thailand: Ceremonial and Court Music from Central Thailand - MCM-3014
		Thailand: Ceremonial and Court Music from Central Thailand - MCM-3014
		This recording will serve as an introduction to the gong and xylophone music of Thailand.
		Phats (bands) from several musical centers in Thailand play the ceremonial, court, temple and entertainment music of Siam, including rarely-circulated cremation music.
	www.lyrichord.com /index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=148 (81 words)

	MS Thailand \| Enduring live music in Thailand \| Thai Secrets
		In Thailand, live music is played almost everywhere but, when the band comes on, most farangs drink up and leave.
		Luktung and morlam are what makes thailand such a great place, magnificent entertainment by some amazingly talented artists who can actually sing, and who did not get a recording contract just because they are half falang.
		Music is a living art form, the greatest exponents of which are influenced by many styles, and adopt those influences to expand and grow.
	www.mangosauce.com /thai_secrets/enduring_live_music_thailand.php (1702 words)

	Roots Music from Thailand
		From the sweet sadness of luk thung and distinctive rapping vocals of mor lam, to the fast-action dance rhythms of kantrum, Thailand is home to one of the most dynamic music scenes in Southeast Asia.
		From Thailand's southern provinces bordering Malaysia, a style of music marketed as Arab-Malay, this sounds quite different to other Thai music and seems to have been influenced by the music of South Asia and the Middle East.
		The northern city of Chiang Mai was the capital of the Lanna kingdom and it remains the center of Lanna culture.
	www.monsoon-country.org /Thailand.html (527 words)

	UNESCO Collection of Traditional Music of the World: Thailand
		Chieng Mai in Northern Thailand was a powerful kingdom between the 15th and 19th centuries which experienced Khmer, Burmese and Lao cultural influences.
		The music of this region which reflects those influences is therefore different from the Thai music of the Bangkok region.
		Three instrumental ensembles illustrate the main classical forms of northern music: the piphat orchestra to accompany the liké theatre, a ceremonial temple orchestra and an orchestra to entertain guests.
	www.unesco.org /culture/cdmusic/html_eng/thailand.shtml (125 words)

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