Thayoi Diew for Saw Sam Sai Solo by Phraya Phumisewin (Chit Chittasewi)

Abstract

This research is aimed at studying the concepts, the values, and the composition of Thayoi Diew for Saw Sam Sai solo by Phraya Phumisewin (Chit Chittasewi) by using qualitative research methodology and the body of knowledge of Thai music as a basis for analysis. The research results reveal that the concepts of Thayoi Diew for Saw Sam Sai solo by Phraya Phumisewin (Chit Chittasewi) consists of 5
concepts: 1) advanced solo music; 2) execration beliefs; 3) inheritance; 4) transmission rituals and; 5) performing techniques. In addition, Thayoi Diew for Saw Sam Sai solo by Phraya Phumisewin (Chit Chittasewi) includes four values: 1) recipient; 2) relay; 3) Phraya Phumisewin (Chit Chittasewi) school and; 4) social value. In the composition of Thayoi Diew for Saw Sam Sai solo by Phraya Phumisewin (Chit Chittasewi), it is suitable for Saw Sam Sai performing. The composition is related to the tripartite form rhythmic
patterns. Due to its musical form, the piece has the identity of the Yon for the beginning and end of this solo. There are eleven special techniques for Saw Sam Sai fingering positions: 1) Pra; 2) Prom; 3) Air; 4) Nak Sa Dung; 5) Kong; 6) Chun; 7) Kwong; 8) Kran; 9) Chang; 10) Sa But; and 11) Rood. Bowing Techniques include 1) Chab Kra Tua Tang Kra Tua; 2) Ngu Luai; and 3) Cha Ngak Saw.