Berkeley University of California Press Exercise Questions for discussion: Suggested source :Дavid Morton (1976) The Traditional Music of Thailand. The key components of Thai classical music are the compositions, performances, singing styles, ensembles, scales and the wide range of musical instruments played. Today, Thai classical music is taught widely in schools and receives financial assistance from not only the government but also the royal family. Although, there are Indian and Khmer influences in the music, it has evolved over hundreds of years into an original and unique Thai art form. The music has always reflected changes in society since the nation was established 700 years ago.

Thai classical music is one of the most significant symbolic aspects of Thai culture. Christopher Baker and Pasuk Phongpaichit (2005) A history of Thailand.Paul Gray and Lucy Ridout (2001) The Rough Guide to Thailand.What role has the monarchy played in providing Thailand with political stability during its history? Suggested Sources What are the advantages and disadvantages of not having been colonized? It has never been conquered by an external army. Given by Indra and created by the god of crafting (Visnukarma). The royal capital of nine noble gems, the pleasant city,ДЄnd divine paradises for the reincarnated deity (Vishnu), The supreme unconquerable land of the great immortal divinity (Indra), amorn rattanakosin mahintara yutthaya mahadilok phop.Uniquely, the Thai translation of Bangkok represents the longest name place name in the world: The present king, Bhumibol has reigned for 62 years and his royal palace is situated in the capital city, Bangkok. The countryвЂ™s focal point for the majority of its citizens, is its monarchy. It was known as Siam up until 1949 when the name was changed to Thailand which literally translates as ' Land of the Free'.

Thailand as a nation came in to being in the thirteenth century and since this period has never been colonized, retaining its independence right up to the present day. The origins of the Thai race can be traced back 4,500 years to the province of Szechuan in China. Thailand is a kingdom situated in Southeast Asia which borders Burma, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia. Department of Music, School of Arts Lessons for Schools: 5 Thailand By Jutamas Poprasit Historical background

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