Roneat
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Roneat is the generic Khmer word for referring to several types of xylophones used in traditional Cambodian music; the pinpeat and mohaori.
Three genres of roneats accompanied in Cambodian royal orchestra, pinpeat, in 1907, Phnom Penh Royal Palace. Middle front.
Cambodian female musician playing roneat ek in mid 1800s. Taken by Emile Gsell
Cambodian female musician playing roneat thung in mid 1800s. Taken by Emile Gsell
Cambodian female musician playing roneat dek in mid 1800s. Taken by Emile Gsell
Roneat thung
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The roneat thung or roneat thum is a low-pitched xylophone used in the Khmer classical music of Cambodia. It is built in the shape of a curved, rectangular boat. This instrument plays an important par
Roneat thung at the "Sounds of Angkor" exhibition in Тheam's Gallery, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Man playing a roneat thung on a pre-1900 postcard by Pierre Dieulefils.