CULTURAL TRANSMISSION AND REGIONAL ADAPTATION OF A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT IN ASIA: DOCUMENTING THE CHING IN THAILAND
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2025-01-01
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27012689
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2625378X
Scopus ID
2-s2.0-105007567901
Journal Title
Asian European Music Research Journal
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15
Start Page
35
End Page
48
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Asian European Music Research Journal Vol.15 (2025) , 35-48
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Bunrattanang K., Pidokrajt N. CULTURAL TRANSMISSION AND REGIONAL ADAPTATION OF A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT IN ASIA: DOCUMENTING THE CHING IN THAILAND. Asian European Music Research Journal Vol.15 (2025) , 35-48. 48. doi:10.30819/aemr.15-4 Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/110713
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CULTURAL TRANSMISSION AND REGIONAL ADAPTATION OF A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT IN ASIA: DOCUMENTING THE CHING IN THAILAND
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Abstract
This study explores the historical and cultural journey of the ching, a traditional Thai musical instrument, within the broader context of Asian musical cultures. Using archaeological findings, historical documentation, and field interviews, the researchers trace the diffusion and adaptation of the ching from its origins along the Silk Road to its contemporary significance in Thailand. The analysis reveals how the ching has become a symbol of national Thai identity, undergoing local transformations that reflect the dynamic interactions between indigenous practices and foreign influences. By examining the ching’s role in various regional ensembles and its physical and acoustical variance, this paper highlights the instrument’s impact on the preservation of cultural heritage and the ongoing dialogue between tradition and global influences in Thai music. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of the sociocultural dynamics that shape musical identities in a globalized context.