how in motion. Thai, dramas include renowned khon Ythc masked drama), lathon adess format dance drama with movements anere graceful than khon), nang yai and nang talung (shadow plays) and hun (marionettes). In former days, dramas were normally performed only in the royal courts and noble mansions. Ordinary people could enjoy such performances only on festive occasions in the compound of a Buddhist monastery. Music Thai classical music uses the diatonic music scale. The instruments are of four kinds: Those of plucking, drawing percussion and wood wind Apart from drama, Thai classical music is played in some religious ceremonies, traditional rites and on festive occasions.