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Music of Thailand

Thai Music Info and Reviews

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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.

From the bamboo instruments that seem to recall Indonesian gamelan, to the good-natured rock and country influences absorbed from America and others, Thai music runs the gamut.

In this land where things are left to just be without undue worry, and the natural direction of events and people is allowed to progress unimpeded, it is fitting that the music should be so varied, unstrictured and engaging.

Thai Music Info

Luk Thung

Generally described as Thai country music, luk thung is a style of music that has become quite popular in Thailand since the 1960's. It is generally slow paced (although there is a livelier variety), and the lyrics... [more]

Ranad Ek and Ranad Thum

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. The lower-pitched ranad thum is based on the ranad ek, but has longer, wider keys. In both, the bars... [more]

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