SONG CREATION: HARINATSASIKASAI SUIT

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Abstract

The creation of the Harinatsasikasai song utilized a qualitative research methodology. The research aimed to study the context of the provincial seal of Chanthaburi Province and create a song inspired by it. The research findings were as follows: 1) The provincial seal of Chanthaburi was designed during Field Marshal P. Phibulsongkram’s period by the Fine Arts Department. It is closely related to the province's name and the legend of the rabbit on the moon. The components of the seal symbolize the province's natural richness and the happiness of its people. Currently, the provincial seal is used to benefit the local community in various ways, such as being featured in trademarks, signage for places, and as a symbol for important events. Additionally, the seal reflects the nationalism of the former leader and expresses the pride of the people in their hometown’s identity. Inspired by these elements, the research team created the song to promote Chanthaburi Province and to serve the interests of society. The song was divided into three parts:  Part 1 tells the legend of the rabbit, Part 2 features a rabbit dance, Part 3 celebrates the happiness of Chanthaburi. The main creative challenges involved writing the lyrics, maintaining the traditional rhythms while introducing some variations, incorporating new playing techniques, and using the creative Nathap rhythms. Both Thai and Western musical instruments were employed in the song to express its mood and deliver the intended meaning.