Although Thai composers have never became very large in the country's history, there are some significant people who greatly aided in Thailand's growth and development of all types of music. Small-scale composers of the country occasionally even take part in a composing competition that is recognized in almost all of East Asia.
Phra Chen-DuriyangPhra Chen- Duriyang (1883-1968) is known as the composer of Thailand's national anthem.
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Rama IITraditional music became popular in Thailand specifically when Rama II was in power of the country (1809-1824). The king was not only interested in listening to this music, but also in playing it; according to history, Rama II was very talented in playing various Thai instruments, and encouraged it throughout the country.
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Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn
Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn plays a large part in the encouragement of Thailand's youth to become interested in the traditional music of their land, often visiting them in high schools. The Princess' work is evidently growing to be very successful, as some Thai high schools now provide opportunities of studying and learning this style of music. There is still plenty of work for the country to do if traditional music is to continue to being played and studied.
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