Musical Characteristics of the Voat band in Roi Et Province

Abstract

Research on the musical characteristics of Voat bands in Roi Et Province The objectives are to 1) study the musical characteristics of the Voat band in Roi Et Province and 2) study the songs used in the Voat band performance. The results of the study found that Musical characteristics of the Voat band It presents the style of the band and the characteristics of the songs in an applied way. Change according to the era It consists of 2 groups of musical instruments: the group of melodic instruments, namely the Voat, khaen, harp, Isaan fiddle, and bass harp. The group of rhythmic instruments includes the tail drum, the Isaan tambourine drum, the armor, the cymbal, the large cymbal, and the small cymbal. In addition, the voting circle has been improved to be more modern and interesting. By bringing in western musical instruments to play, including a drum set and bass guitar, to add to the experience of the Voat band, making it different from other folk bands.

            Songs used in the performance of the Voat band in the years 2020 - 2023 are as follows: 1) Songs to promote tourist attractions in Roi Et Province 2) Isaan folk song pattern (Bangchan pattern) which is the pattern of a little girl pinching her mother 3) Song honoring His Majesty the King. His Royal Highness Prince Kanitthathirachao Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn 4) the theme of the band's opening song, 5) the Onson Hor Vot song 101 and 6) the song about beliefs and traditions, Heat 12. It is the selection of songs that are appropriate for the musician. who have shown off their playing skills The singer has conveyed proper singing techniques.