Journal of Music and Performing Arts, Khon Kaen University

Rabum Sompoach Changpuak of Dara Rasami, the princess consort of Siam: A compositional conceptualization of vocalizations from Thai towards Lanna singing styles

สิรินทรา ประทุมเหง่า — 2024-12-31

This research article aims to study a style of vocalization composed by Dara Rasami, the princess consort of Siam. The study employed qualitative research. As results, the study found that versification of lyrics was Kar or Rai poetic prosodies cooperated with the Lanna prosody. The lyrical words arrangement was similar to Thai full versal texts (Pleang Nuatem). Additionally, the lyric arrangement was fundamentally based on 3 melodies; a Yonoke style, a Chiang Saen style of Lanna Joi stylistic origin, and a Sor-yin style of Thai Laojoy song base. The study also revealed that vocalizing styles were pertained to main phrasal tonics (Luktok) changing up to melodies of refrain melodies (Sroi). There was a technique used of changeable high-low tones moduration to appropriate an expressing Lanna feel. The voice drawing technique (Euarn) consisted of uttering sounds such as; eu, heu, er, her, eay, erng-nger, heu-nger, and a three-step voice drawing as same as Thai vocalization style. Lastly, the conceptualization of this vocal piece indicated a principal adaptation of Thai musical style of the Royal court associated with Lanna folk style and has become practicing a unique character of the song.

The Creation of Contemporary Lam Mu Performance A Case Study of the Story of Nang Ai

Pachaya Akkapram — 2024-12-31

The article presents the process and results of creating a performance with the research objectives of 1. Finding creative methods for contemporary Lammu performance using devised theatre as a tool to experiment with collaborators, based on the ancient Isan literature “Pha Daeng Nang Ai”. 2. Creating a contemporary Lammu performance that communicates contemporary ideas and is suitable for the target audience, while preserving the value of traditional Lammu performance. The research process is practice-led. The research findings were as follows: 1. Story creation method: Elements from the old story were adapted to fit the current context through the worldview, attitudes, and experiences of the collaborators using improvisation, resulting in a new, contemporary story. 2. Singing and performance method: The Khon Kaen style of singing was integrated with the strengths of the performers' vocal abilities, creating a unique singing style through the interpretation of traditional verses, allowing for a natural and contextually appropriate performance. 3. Directing method: The focus was on working with the core ideas of the story and communicating through performance, singing, and unified stage elements. The resulting performance was a new and distinct form from traditional Lammu, called Molam-in-Theatre.

Melody Extraction using Frequency Analysis

Natthawut Klinrungroj — 2024-12-31

Music is an important art form that surrounds us in our daily lives. To pursue a career in music and utilize musical knowledge, one must rely on expertise and training to develop skills. Consistent practice can help improve one's skills greatly. Nowadays, the use of technology plays a role in enhancing musical skills, resulting in rapid progress in human musical development. Technology can efficiently connect human needs and facilitate the process of knowledge development, which can reduce production time and lead to more efficient music output.

In this research, the focus was on studying the pattern of the frequency analysis of sound, which is an important part of finding musical notes from the sound produced. The method helps to reduce the time required to write down musical notes for musicians or composers. The researchers studied the process of sound production, which generates a standard frequency value according to the level of high and low sounds, resulting in the creation of music. After the musicians or composers produce their musical works, they record the sound to use it for future benefits. If they need to use musical notes, they can do so immediately through the frequency analysis process. This research was able to record sound without noise to obtain the desired sound quality. Then, we used the principle of frequency analysis to determine the sound level by comparing the frequency with the musical notes. This method can be applied in music production to help reduce the time required to write down musical notes one by one. However, this process still requires basic knowledge of music to help analyze or observe errors in musical notes or rhythms, as these are important aspects of creating musical works.

The Creation of City Pop Instrumental Song "Hope of the City"

Supawit Wichitwongwan — 2024-12-31

Research Article on the Creation of City Pop Instrumental Song "Hope of the City" is a creative study aiming to explore composition techniques and create City Pop-style music. The study found that city pop music has started playing a role in the Thai music industry, as seen in past songs, such as those by Uay Ruviwattana, or contemporary bands like Polycat. City Pop incorporates distinct elements such as synthesizer sounds, beautiful chord progressions, and English lyrics. Drawing techniques from research documents, influential artists like Mariya Takeuchi, and an interview with Kasidej Ritngam (Piew) as a producer and the keyboardist of TELEx TELEXs, the researcher composed a set of three instrumental City Pop songs City of Worries, City of Waiting, and City of Weakness. These songs express the transient nature of love, urging us to savor brief moments of happiness before parting, emphasizing the joy found in small things or in brief moments, even though there might be a tinge of sadness or longing at the end or during those moments. The songs depict various narratives, such as "City of Worries" exploring anxiety and uncertainty, "City of Waiting" portraying the anticipation and hope for love, and "City of Weakness" narrating vulnerability during a specific period but strengthened by encouragement and love.

The Development of Elderly Emotion by Lanna Folk Music, Case Study: Muang-kaen Municipal Community, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Province

Montira Sirisawang — 2024-12-31

The purpose of this study was to study the result of Using Lanna Folk Music activity to develop elderly emotion in case study in Muang-kaen Municipal Community, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai Province. The population of study are elderly in Muang-Kaen Municipal Community, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai Province 15 persons that there were collected by Accidental Sampling technique. This study was to study independent variable was Using Lanna Folk Music activity and dependent variable was mental health status. The research equipment were Lanna Folk Music activity and Thai mental health indicator 55 questionnaires (TMHI-55) that it was adapted version by Praphad Uklanun et al. This study was experimental research in the One-shot case study. The statistics used for an analysis of the data were a frequency distribution, percentage, arithmetic mean and standard deviation. The results of this study were as follows:

The mental health of population in this study had a good level of mental health status that had average point 181.80.