Mahidol Music Journal

FIVE MODERN MASS COMPOSED BY BRUCE GASTON

2022-10-22T09:24:46+07:00

This academic article aims to present the creative idea for composing Five Modern Mass by Bruce Gaston as follows: 1. Kyrie (Lord have Mercy) 2. Sanctus (Holy) 3. Agnus Dei (Lamb of God) 4. Gloria (Glory to God) and 5. Psalm 84. In 1974, he composed Five Modern Mass while teaching at Payap University Chiang Mai, it was music used in Christian liturgy, especially the Catholic Mass. Five Modern Mass were composed in the Western music style, but the singing and playing used the Thai music system. Kyrie composed in the Canon counterpoint, Sanctus composed in the Recitative solo, Agnus Dei composed in the Middle Ages Chant style, Gloria and Psalm 84 both composed in free form and also composed in the four-part harmony, but Psalm 84 has more tenor solo part. Currently, Gloria and Psalm 84 have original scores appearing, but Kyrie, Sanctus, Agnus Dei, original scores disappeared until 2022 three pieces of mass music to be rewritten by the author and brought to study his creative idea for composing Five Modern Mass.

CONSTRUCTION OF THE MUSIC CURRICULUM FOR THE ELDERLY HEALTH PROMOTION AND THE MUSIC SUPPLEMENTARY CURRICULUM DOCUMENT FOR THE HAPPY LIFE BASED ON MUSIC TEACHING BY PATTANA SUKKASEM'S LESSON LEARNED

2023-08-31T23:57:07+07:00

The purposes of this research were to: construct the music curriculum for elderly health promotion and the music supplementary curriculum document for happy life, a handbook for the trainee. The qualitative research approach was implemented by applying Tyler’s principles of curriculum and instruction for constructing the curriculum structure, using information from a lesson learned for elderly health promotion by Pattana Sukkasem for curriculum content, and using the writing format from Basic Education Core Curriculum B.E. 2551. The curriculum and the handbook were criticized by the experts from Thai Health Promotion Foundation (THPF) and Pattana Sukkasem.

The research outcomes consisted of two books: 1) The music curriculum for elderly health promotion; and 2) The music supplementary curriculum document for happy life. Both presenting the appropriated design and format of the book for the elderly and concepting of determining content consisted of content from a lesson learned and related music content.

A STUDY OF WISDOM IN THAI TRADITIONAL MUSIC THROUGH TACIT KNOWLEDGE OF THE REMARKABLE MASTER, WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO SANGOBSEUK THAMVIHARN

2023-05-01T11:35:32+07:00

This research focuses on the selective artist, Assistant Professor Sangobseuk Thamviharn, including his educational background in Thai traditional music, knowledge of the principal melodies (mue khong) of Thai traditional music, and his music compositions to make notated copies of such works and to record some of them as media for online dissemination to systematic storage and dissemination by qualitative research methods. The study findings reveal that he studied both theoretical and practical knowledge in Thai traditional music with many famous masters, especially those who inherited the mue khong (a composition with a hand-pattern practice for the khong wong yai) and were taught by Luang Bamrung Chitcharoen (Thup Sattanawilai). The study was able to compile written records of the mue khong of 250 pieces in the Thai notation system, and 50 pieces from this collection were selected and recorded as media for online dissemination. It also found important tacit knowledge, such as the three unique musical characteristics of Sangobseuk Thamviharn’s mue khong: the use of luk kep in combination with luk chiao or luk Sabat, which are similar to those used in khong wong lek melodies. These techniques were adapted from the distinctive characteristics of the mue khong of Luang Bamrung Chitcharoen, which consists of sabat son, sabat ton wak, and chiao ton wak performing techniques. For a musical composition, he has composed the song as follows: Homrong chaloemphrakiat, nathi thong thao, hokbot songchan and chandiao, and toi rup samchan for khong wong yai solo.

MUSICAL FORM AND ANALYSIS OF SIGNIFICANT SONGS THROUGH CHINESE TRAISARANA BUDDHIST BAND IN CHON BURI PROVINCE

2023-08-10T13:55:33+07:00

The objective of this research is to study the Musical Form and Analysis of Significant Songs through Chinese Traisarana Buddhist Band in Chon Buri Province. This is the qualitative research; a researcher has chosen two essential informants: experts of musicology and ethnomusicology, and Chinese musicians who have experiences, expertise, and relationship with the Chinese Music Ensemble. The researcher has collected information, connection, and presentation in a descriptive analysis.

The results find that the Chinese Traisarana Buddhist Band has chosen four important songs for performing in Chinese funerals: Qing Poi Sian, Er Shi Si Xiao, Oi Nai Ti - Po Tha, and Ing Leng Kuai Chi Chio Po Kiao. Firstly, the forms are binary form and strophic form. The speed is andante in the simple time signature. Each phrase applies different sets of sounds, and its main set is Kung. The conjunct progression is conducted by the interval M2, and m3 while the disjunct progression is conducted by the internal P4, P5, M6, and m6. Progression applies main techniques consisting of characteristics of sounds, augmentation, diminution, sequence, variation, and repetition which also use non-chord tones. Secondly, the chord progression is different from each song, consisting of a circle chords progression, a parallel harmonic movement, modulation, diminished chord, and chromatic. Thirdly, the main structure of a rhythmic pattern has two repetitive rounds, which become the core rhythm of the whole song. The rhythmic pattern of each four bars consists of one round. Each round has two forms: simple duple meter, and simple quadruple meter. Most of the first round will be composed of quarter notes alternating between the eighth note while the second round will be composed of quarter notes merged with the developed notes.

AN INVESTIGATION OF MUSIC THERAPY FOR IMPROVING REQUESTING SKILLS IN A CHILD WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER: A SINGLE–CASE RESEARCH DESIGN

2023-10-22T16:16:53+07:00

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of music therapy on requesting skills in a seven-year-old child with autism spectrum disorder [ASD]. ABAB single-case design was used to examine music therapy in two situations of requesting skills, including requesting objects and snacks between baseline condition (A) and music therapy interventions (B). The music therapy interventions consisted of singing, instrument playing, movement with music, and music with social stories. The research instruments were: 1) initial assessment, 2) interview protocol, 3) assessment of communicative requesting skills, and 4) observational protocol. The data was analyzed using visual inspection and qualitative data analysis. The results revealed that during the baseline A1 phase, the mean scores of requesting skills revealed to be 3.08 for objects and 3.52 for snacks. In the intervention B1 phase, the mean scores were 3.64 for objects and 3.35 for snacks. At the baseline A2 phase, the mean scores were 4.00 for objects and 3.88 for snacks. The mean scores in the B2 intervention phase were 4.5 for objects and 4.6 for snacks, respectively. According to the findings, music therapy significantly enhanced the requesting skills of a child with ASD.

NEGATIVE HARMONY

2023-12-18T23:42:30+07:00

During early 21st century, negative harmony was developed based on the basic concepts of Ernst Levy's theory of harmony which was later adapted and popularized by Jacob Collier. The basic concept of negative harmony is to create the combination of simultaneously sounded musical notes by using the opposite polarity around the axis of symmetry across tonic and dominant in each key. A group of notes of the opposite polarity are created and can be called negative triad or negative chords. Negative harmony can be used to combine with the traditional harmony in order to create more variety, novelty and interest.

AN INVESTIGATION OF ADVISORY TEACHERS' PERCEPTIONS ON USING MUSIC ACTIVITIES WITH CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

2023-09-29T02:13:20+07:00

In general, children with autism experience developmental delays and difficulty due to neurological impairments. They need expertise who have greater understanding of autism and to be able to live in the society. The advisory teacher is one of the most important key persons for children with autism because they teach the children social skills. This study aims to investigate advisory teachers' aspects in terms of autism children's social interactions after using music activities. The participants consisted of four advisory teachers who had been supervising the students for at least 2 years, and 5 years' experience in taking care of children with autism at the Autistic Thai Foundation (ATF) in Bangkok. Data collection involved interviews conducted by four advisory teachers who observed and evaluate autism children participated in eight activity plans. The study showed the children with autism could express their needs and desires, join their peers for activities, and work well together. These findings underscore the valuable impact of music activities on enhancing the lives of students with autism.

A MUSIC COMPOSITION: BOONWITEE PRAPENEE SIPSONG DUEN

2024-01-02T17:40:19+07:00

The objectives of this research study, A Music Composition: Boonwitee Prapenee Sipsong Duen, are to study the belief from Boonwitee Prapenee Sipsong Duen of northeastern people and to create Boonwitee Prapenee Sipsong Duen music. This research is a qualitative research which the researcher gathered the related information and data from documents as well as from interviewing the experts on the following subjects: Boonwitee Prapenee Sipsong Duen, northeastern folk song and music, and Thai music. The result reveals that the study of belief from Boonwitee Prapenee Sipsong Duen can be categorized into four topics 1) History 2) Belief 3) Worship, and 4) song or music that related to twelve months tradition of northeastern people. From twelve months tradition, the researcher distinguished the tradition of each month and composing the music in the following aspects: 1) The melody combines the music theory of Thai traditional song and Northeastern folk song with the “Thai music for basic combine with cultural music” principle to get the same sound as Thai folk music of twelve months tradition. 2) The ensemble utilizes the traditional combination between the Thai music and northeastern folk music. 3) The performance practice applies the information from the belief and uniqueness of twelve months tradition of northeastern people. Total of 12 songs were created as the result of the inspiration from the study of Boonwitee Prapenee Sipsong Duen. The songs are 1) Boon Kao Kam 2) Boon Koon Larn 3) Boon Kao Ji 4) Boon Pha Wate 5) Boon Songkran 6) Boon Bangfai 7) Boon Sum Ha 8) Boon Kao Punsa 9) Boon Kao Pradub Din 10) Boon Kao Sak 11) Boon Ok Punsa, and 12) Boon Katin.

AN ANALYSIS AND PERFORMANCE PRACTICE OF "BUSSABA" FOR MARIMBA AND PIANO, COMPOSED BY KITTI KUREMANEE

2024-01-11T12:38:21+07:00

An analysis and performance practice of “Bussaba” for marimba and piano, composed by Kitti Kuremanee aim to provide an overall understanding of the piece and offer techniques for practicing and performing effectively on the marimba. The composition “Bussaba” is a fusion of Thai and Western music, incorporating techniques from both traditions. The composer emphasized the importance of understanding, interpreting, and selecting appropriate techniques for marimba performance to enable a successful collaboration with the piano. This fusion allows for easy listening and offers an intriguing blend of Thai and Western musical elements. The composer composed “Bussaba” to promote and preserve Thai music by presenting it in a unique blend with Western music, showcasing Thai melodies, rhythms, and motifs alongside Western harmonies and marimba performance techniques. This artistic endeavor serves to promote Thai culture and heritage successfully.

DEVELOPING A LIBRARY MUSIC TO PROMOTE THE CORPORATE IDENTITY OF CHANDRAKASEM RAJABHAT UNIVERSITY

2024-01-05T22:31:09+07:00

The objectives of this study were 1) to investigate the identities and demand for music in the activities at Chandrakasem Rajabhat University (CRU), and 2) to develop the standard corporate identity library music for the CRU. The research process integrated behavioral science methodologies with creative research in music. It involved studying the opinions of 11 key informants within the university, using in-depth interviews and analysis through descriptive statistics, content analysis, and deductive analysis. The results were used as guidelines for developing the library music. The research results revealed that the keywords most clearly reflecting the university's identity were energizing (M = 4.09), sophisticated (M = 3.64), and calming (M = 3.55). There were 22 activities within the university that require accompanying music, such as university publicity, ceremonies during student and staff events, and welcoming activities for students or staff. The standard corporate identity library music for the CRU consisted of a total of 17 compositions, divided into 1 orchestral piece, 1 chamber music piece, and 15 medium-length pieces. These were developed from original songs in the university's album. The developed library music has a distinct identity and can be used in both online and onsite university activities, which will enhance the recognition of the university's corporate identity among staff, students, and the public. The library music can be freely used within the university, protected by its intellectual property rights.

EXPANDING 21ST CENTURY PERFORMER GENRE BOUNDARIES - INTRODUCING THAI LUK THUNG ELEMENTS TO THAILAND TRUMPET PERFORMERS

2024-01-22T23:10:13+07:00

Trumpet performers in the 21st century should be able to adapt their instrumental skills to perform various styles of music. In Thailand’s current musical industry, trumpet players who can perform diverse styles of music have more employment prospects. Luk Thung music (Thai country/folk music) is one such style. Thai Luk Thung music has a unique character that demands high trumpet skill to perform. The purpose of this research was to design a Luk Thung trumpet training program according to guidelines derived from previous study results. The two research questions were 1) How effectively can Luk Thung elements and techniques be introduced to Thai trumpet students? and 2) Does the course enable trumpet players to improve their understanding and performance of Thai Luk Thung style? The program duration was 12 weeks. Classes were held once a week (two hours per class). A group of ten trumpet students between the ages of 15-18 years old who had limited prior experience playing Luk Thung music in school Luk Thung band from the local area (Songkhla province, southern Thailand) were selected to participate in the program. Data was collected using performance pre-tests and pre-interviews before the program started. All lessons were recorded and observed by the researchers. After the course was finished, all participants did performance post-tests and post-interviews. The results after participating in the program found that trumpet techniques commonly found in Luk Thung music such as lip slurs and trumpet special sound effects were considered something new for students. What students learned during this program changed their attitudes about playing Luk Thung music and helped them improve their confidence in approaching Luk Thung style. However, the duration of the training program was not long enough, according to student participants, many of whom wanted longer instruction periods.