Chao Phraya March

In Chao Phraya March, the word “Chao Phraya” came from the Chao Phraya River which is the major river in Thailand. The composer has tried to depict such flowing stream characteristics through the melodic line by using chromatics, leaping intervals, and different dynamics. In addition to being a major river in Thailand, Chao Phraya River has associated with various ceremony through times including Royal Barge Procession, therefore, in rehearsal mark C, D, K, and L, the composer has quoted the traditional tune that associated with the procession.

This piece includes Ching and Klong Yao which are Thai traditional instruments. In case that the ensemble does not have the instruments, triangle can be used instead of Ching and two Congas instead of Klong Yao.