Abstract:
The composition of new music which incorporates the sounds of Electone STAGEA and symphony orchestra to illustrate the legend of Wat Chediluang the ancient temple in Chiangmai province is regarded internationally as an innovative approach; one which introduces the adoption of a tone color of acoustic and electroacoustic elements. The utilization of new technologies in music composition is very useful for the new generations composers. The composer can create music via computer software. Furthermore, reviewing and analyzing virtual music and solving any problems during the composition process become easier when compared to the traditional way of music composing. A Doctorate Music Composition: LEGEND OF WAT CHEDILUANG FOR STAGEA AND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA is a new composition which has 5 movements with their own orchestral context. The composition process starts from designing the draft music which illustrates the composers mind map. Next, virtual music is created via computer software to reflect the composers imagination based on the idea from the draft music, and then the score will be written. The designing of the show is settled as the last step. The application of music technology as a tool in the composing process not only reduces problems during each step, it also improves the composers abilities to work methodologically. Although using technology is very helpful, the essence of music composition lies in the portrayal of musical context, especially in composing the music for the Lanna urban legend, which is regarded as the conservation of Chiangmai art and culture. Hopefully, this thesis will serve as the basis for further research and development in the future.