Living Metal Sound: Reviving the Gong of the Past, Sustaining It into the Future
The Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, in collaboration with the Metallurgy and Materials Science Research Institute and the Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, invites you to join the academic seminar “Living Metal Sound: Reviving the Gong of the Past, Sustaining It into the Future,” on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the CU Music Hall, Arts and Culture Building, Chulalongkorn University.
The seminar presents fresh perspectives on listening to and understanding the sound of the gong through the integration of art and science. Renowned scholars in music and materials science will lead the discussions, bridging traditional Thai musical heritage with modern scientific knowledge. This dialogue aims to preserve and carry forward the gong—an essential instrument at the heart of Thai culture and identity—while exploring sustainable ways to develop it for the future.
For more information, please call 0-2218-4614 or 09-5024-6812.
