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Songs mostly played with Phin Pia are often those with slow and sweet melodies that convey the
feelings of the artist. They are Lanna-style songs which inherited until now, such as “Prasat Wai” song,
“Chok Lai” song, “So Phama” song, “Muai” song, “Luk Kui Woei” song, “Ruesi Long Tham” song,
“Yaeng Luang” song, “Lamai” song, “Long Nan” song and other folk songs. Music of central region can
also be flicked as well, such as “Toei Khong” song, “Khamen Saiyok” song, and “Soi Lampang” song.
In practicing Phin Pia, the player needs to be patient over a period of time, in order to be able
to play beautifully and clearly express emotions. But beautiful music will become a rewarding outcome
of the commitment. The uniqueness and alluring sounds of Phin Pia is filled with the cultural values ​and
wisdom of the Lanna people. The wisdom was reflected on the Phin Pia music which is played in various
occasions and purposes, such as religious ceremonies, entertainment, social status positioning and gaining,
and marriage partner finding.