Cultural Transmission and Regional Adaptation of a Musical Instrument in Asia: Documenting the Ching in Thailand
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 adaptatio...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Logos Verlag Berlin
2025-05-01
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| Series: | Asian-European Music Research Journal |
| Online Access: | https://www.logos-verlag.de/cgi-bin/engpapermid?doi=10.30819/aemr.15-4&lng=eng&id= |
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| Summary: | 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.
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| ISSN: | 2701-2689 2625-378X |