Thais Analysis Rum Wong Tam Lueng Thong Band Thai Folk Dance Song in Nong Tamlueng Sub-district, Phanthong District, Chonburi Province.

Abstract

This research article performs an analysis.  The Rum Wong Tum Lueng Thong Band in Nong Tumlueng Sub-district, Phanthong District, Chonburi Province, is a research study on folk songs in the eastern region of Thailand. The objective is to study the history, roles, and musical performances of the band using qualitative research methods and ethnomusicological approaches for data collection and analysis. Content analysis presented in a descriptive style. The study found that the Rum Wong Tum Lueng Thong Band was established in 2006 by a group of brass band musicians residing in Nongtumlueng Sub-district, Phanthong District, Chonburi Province. At its initial establishment, the ensemble comprised approximately 9–10 musicians and an additional 5–10 dancers. Its primary function was to provide musical performances for ordination ceremonies. Subsequently, it evolved into a Ram Wong performance troupe, which could also be adapted into a Ruk Thung band (Thai country music) configuration. It later developed into a Ram Wong dance ensemble that could also be adapted into a Ruk Thung music band format. The roles and functions of the Ram Wong Tam Lueng Thong Troupe involve providing musical performances to accompany Ram Wong dancing at various festive events. The ensemble typically selects fast-tempo Ruk Thung songs and performs within Nong Tamlueng Subdistrict, Phan Thong District, Chon Buri Province. In addition, at present, the troupe has expanded the scope of its engagements to include performances in other areas of neighboring provinces. The musical performance practices of the Ram Wong Tam Lueng Thong Troupe involve rehearsal and repertoire transmission through 3 methods: oral instruction, Thai musical notation, and Western musical notation. A set of performance repertoire consists of 5 songs, which are used for one performance suite or one cycle of Ram Wong dancing. In a single night, approximately 10–15 cycles are presented, totaling about one and a half hours of performance time.