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Thai Music: Southern Instruments

The Thap is a drum similar in shape to the Persian Dumbek. It signals changes in rhythm and is used in a supporting role for the souther Nora dance. There is usually a low and a hi drum played together.

The Klong Nora is a barrel shaped drum used for the Nora dance. It is played with hardwood beaters.

The Mong has two gongs mounted in a wooden frame. It provides the fundamental note/drone for narrative singing.

The Ching is a small, round hand cymbal used with narrative singing.

The Trae Puang is a percussion instrument used in the nora ensemble made of 10 pieces of hardwood arranged perpendicular to the floor. By plunging a handle, the bars are made to resonate in rapid succession.

The Kim is a hammered dulcimer with three strings per course similar to the Chinese Yang Chin. Both are originally from Arabia.

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