The concept of saxophone playing in popular songs by Mr. Sekphon Oonsamran

Authors

  • Darassawat Boonchoo Faculty of Humanities, Naresuan University, Phitsanulok 65000
  • Nattanit Nakpee Faculty of Humanities, Naresuan University, Phitsanulok 65000

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14456/psruhss.2025.34

Keywords:

Saxophone playing concept, Popular music, Saxophone

Abstract

This research aimed to analyze the saxophone playing concepts in popular songs by Mr. Sekpol Oonsamran, a Thai saxophonist who plays a significant role in Thailand's popular music scene. The study focused on studying Mr. Sekpol's saxophone playing concepts. The researcher conducted interviews, observations, and analysis of his performance in popular songs. The results of this analysis revealed four key areas of knowledge: 1. Listening to music to analyze its structure and scale; 2. Developing sound quality and individual idioms; 3. Escaping the main melody and coordinating with other instruments; and 4. Selecting passages in popular songs. This research aims to serve as a basis for transferring knowledge, experience, and inspiration to new generations of saxophonists.

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Published

22-12-2025

How to Cite

Boonchoo, D., & Nakpee, N. . (2025). The concept of saxophone playing in popular songs by Mr. Sekphon Oonsamran. Humanities and Social Sciences Journal of Pibulsongkram Rajabhat University, 19(2), 517–524. https://doi.org/10.14456/psruhss.2025.34

Issue

Vol. 19 No. 2 (2025): July - December

Section

Research Article

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