Comments on: Thailand’s King of Jazz

By: Talen

Talen — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 08:56:19 +0000

The article is more about his music and in terms of his music 1946 was a very good year for the king.

By: bkk

bkk — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 08:27:04 +0000

“1946 would be a very good year for the King, not only did he ascend to the throne of Thailand ….”

An odd thing to say. He acceded to the throne when his brother was murdered.

I don’t think writing three songs that year made it a “very good year” on balance.

By: rikker

rikker — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 12:17:42 +0000

For those interested in a larger sampling, you can download some 35 songs he's written at this page on kanchanaphisek.or.th.

By: Hoo Don

Hoo Don — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:25:39 +0000

I have read before about His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej and his love for jazz music but this is the first time I have heard some of his music. Love At Sundown shows what a big talent HM King Bhumibol has for jazz and I am surprised it is not more documented in Thai media circles. It must have taken a lot of research to put this article together, well worth the effort. Hoo Dons last blog post..Cobra - King of My Fears

By: Talen

Talen — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 20:55:33 +0000

I know of 2 actually. The Living Room Bar in the Sheraton Grand and a place called Sundowner’s Jazz Club.

By: Scottish castles

Scottish castles — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:43:59 +0000

Can you give any tips about jazz pubs in Bangkok? Scottish castless last blog post..GLASGOW TO HOST 2009 COMMONWEALTH TABLE TENNIS FEDERATION CHAMPIONSHIPS

By: martin in bulgaria

martin in bulgaria — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:46:41 +0000

Royal Jazz. What a dark horse coming from Thailand and all those famous namedropping jazz icons. I suppose that’s the privelige you get being the King. Rather ironic as jazz originated from Africa and was brought over and cultured during the slave trade!

Very well written.

By: Talen

Talen — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 06:04:13 +0000

As revered as the King is I can’t recall ever hearing any Thai’s talking much about the king and his accomplishments.

I’m sure the older generation knows all too well about his jazz playing…probably doesn’t click too much with the younger generation though.

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 05:30:53 +0000

Talen although I was aware of HM Kings talent it does make me wonder how many Thais are familiar?

You did well tracking down the music.

Interesting post.