A Study The Identity of Local Folk Songs in Suphanburi Province

Abstract

     The objective of this research is to study identity of local folk songs in Suphanburi. By using Qualitative Research. The tools used in the research include: 3 sections of interview form, totaling 20 questions and the group of information obtained by purposive sampling of 3 senior artists, representative of Pho Phleng and MaePhleng 21 people, data analysis by content analysis, synthesize and descriptive presentation.

     The research results found that Each of the 7 folk music has a unique identity that reflects the lifestyle, culture and values of the local community. By Phleng Ruea has a unique question & answer singing identity, which uses slow melodies and long vocal, which consist with the atmosphere of the river. Phleng Phuangmalai has a group of chorus, which led by the leader singer and follow by the chorus which strengthens the harmony. Phleng E Saeo and Phleng Choi outstanding with a response of question & answer singing “Patiphak style” that requires a cunning to compose a live poem, which is an important strength of this type of music. Phleng Phitsathan has a different identity with emphasis holy and peace often used in religious rituals. Phleng Ten Kam and Phleng Rabam Ban Rai emphasize the bustling rhythm, fun and dance to create the atmosphere of the joy of the community. The study also found that the status of Suphanburi folk music is currently decreasing, due to changes in society and the popularity of modern music. Phleng Phitsathan and Phleng Ten Kam are not very well -known among youth. However, Phleng E Saeo and Phleng Choi still show and effort to conserve by artists and cultural agencies. Therefore, learning should be promoted, propagation of folk music through education and digital media. Including the integration of folk music with local activities to become more popular.