Thailand : Ceremonial and Court Music from Central Thailand

An introduction to this beautiful music played on khong (gong) and ranat (xylophone). Phats (bands) from several musical centers in Thailand play the ceremonial, court, temple and entertainment music of Siam, including examples of rarely circulated cremation music. This release was recorded by James Upton during 1995 and 96. 14 tracks, 52 minutes. 16 page booklet.