Pulse: Journal for Music and Interdisciplinary Practices

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Scott Wilson — 2024-07-31

Through a series of anecdotes and reflections, composer Scott Wilson considers his 20+ years of experience of making music in, around and with people of Asia. Through this he espouses the importance of openness – especially to different ideas of working, knowing and learning – and emphasises the overwhelming value of collaboration.

Wat Phothongcharoen Applied Khaen Ensemble Phlapphla Chai Sub-district, U-Thong District, Suphanburi Province

Natsarun Tissadikun — 2024-07-31

This article focuses on the applied Khaen ensemble of Wat Phothongcharoen in Phlapphla Chai Subdistrict, U Thong District, Suphanburi Province. Its aim is to promote the band's significance and address challenges in preserving its musical legacy. A volunteer group from Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University's College of Music applied their musical skills, incorporating the Social Engineer process, to address and resolve societal issues. They aimed to transform this knowledge into sustainable community development. Survey data indicated that preserving folk music is not perceived as an engaging activity for the new generation in the community. After analyzing the data, activities were designed and innovated, leading to the establishment of the Ban Kham Laos Culture Club. This included organising a forum with community stakeholders at Wat Phothongcharoen. The forum focused on detailing the club's activities aimed at engaging the community in preserving, transmitting, and promoting their Khaen ensemble, fostering participatory involvement.

Dawn of Kelantan for Orchestra

Panthakan Northong — 2024-07-31

This creative research aims to arrange orchestral music inspired by Rong Ngeng, a traditional Thai Muslim performing art along southern Thailand’s Andaman Sea Coast. The researcher investigated performing techniques, pitch range, melody, and historical background by interviewing experts. Subsequently, they selected a Rong Ngeng piece in the Yoket rhythm, known for its lively beats and accentuated melodic lines.The outcome is the orchestral composition titled "Dawn of Kelantan," which utilises Western musical theory and orchestration techniques. This approach preserves the essence of Rong Ngeng, encompassing its melody and the rhythmic patterns of Yoket, while also exploring the musical instruments, their ranges, and techniques.

This arrangement spans 3 minutes and 34 seconds. The evaluation of this creative work can be categorized into three aspects: 1) Folklore communication, promoting the concept of Rong Ngeng in a contemporary context, 2) Performance, aligning with the folk tune through instrumentation while maintaining its authenticity and 3)Orchestration, preserving the original essence of the folk melody and rhythmic patterns

Reflection Of Nadis Boonrod’s Exercise And Etude For Four Mallets

Nadis Boonrod — 2024-07-31

The focal point of this article is the composition of exercises and etudes for four mallets by Nadis Boonrod. These exercises encompass various techniques, including single independent strokes, single alternating strokes, double vertical strokes, and double lateral strokes. Each of these techniques corresponds to a specific composition, namely Walk, Split, Groovy, and Bubble, respectively. This study employed two methods, namely survey research exploitation and interviewing advanced-level university instructors and renowned percussionists, to examine the exercises. The examination result found that the exercises and etudes were designed comprehensively for each practical topic and could be used effectively in teaching methods.

Suggestions Arise from Chamber Music Learning during COVID-19: A case study from the School of Music, Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music

Komsun Dilokkunanant — 2024-07-31

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the teaching and learning of chamber music, necessitating a shift to online formats. This study is a reflection on the experiences from the School of Music at Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music, exploring the challenges and opportunities presented by this transition. Key issues identified include the lack of clear learning outcomes, inconsistencies in assessment criteria, and limited prior experience in chamber music among students.

To address these challenges, a competency and skills framework was developed, focusing on individual preparation, interpersonal skills, and collective decision-making. This framework includes activities such as historical research, score study, practice techniques, communication, and collaborative decision-making, aimed at enhancing students' technical skills, analytical abilities, and interpersonal competencies. A case study involving Carl Reinecke’s Trio for Piano, Clarinet, and Horn illustrates the practical application of this framework, fostering deeper understanding and improved ensemble performance.

Despite the constraints of online teaching, the shift has spurred creative solutions that enhance the continuity and quality of music education. By systematically organizing the necessary attributes and skills for chamber music, educators can ensure sustainable development of students' competencies. These findings offer valuable insights for adapting chamber music education to both online and traditional formats, contributing to the future development of practical music education in Thailand.

Accessibility - Sustainability: Historical Changes and Current Threatening Shadows Behind

Dieter Mack — 2024-07-31

The development of reproduction technology in the 20th century and the rise of streaming platforms have had a devastating impact on both, accessibility and sustainability in our music cultures and especially in music education. Furthermore, various side effects accompanied or even triggered this development. Both terms were the twin themes of the 10th anniversary in 2023 of the PGVIM International Symposium. This text is adapted from a keynote address for that conference.