Arrangements of traditional Thai songs for 4 music genres

Abstract

Arrangements of traditional Thai songs for 4 music genres, using the original folk melodies of each region of Thailand. which is usually a single melody sung or played and arranged for a band or a choral with 4 music genres, using a string quartet consisting of 2 violins, 1 viola, and 1 cello as a sample band in the arrangement. There are four songs that were composed: Long Mae Ping (from northern region), Toei Khong (from northeastern region), Kiaw Khow, Chan diaw (from central region) and Tari-kipas (from southern region), which are folk songs with a beautiful and memorable melody harmonized by using chords and a variety of chord progressions. The use of rhythmic harmonies to add color and newness to the song increaseadding interest to the song. The musical arrangement of the song as above can serve as a guide for musical arrangers or anyone interested in music. They can be applied or created to create other folk songs and help preserve Thai arts and culture to be contemporary and not lost.

Keyword: Thai folk songs, Music arranging, 4 music genres