The Melodious Khaen

[@kani_mar]

The amount of expression this instrument is capable of producing is amazing.

[@joaoluis6585]

If you thibk this can express the musician, watch some piano of Debussy, Claire de lune

[@S6cout]

@@joaoluis6585 shut the fuck up you shitter

[@appleslayer3337]

@@joaoluis6585 nYeh NeyEh NyEhhhHHH Shut up let people enjoy what they enjoy.

[@aeoteroa818]

Almost synth like tones.

[@hombretostadasenpolvo]

Nah, I thought the same, but i only hear the same 2 chords in every piece, idk why but that's too limited

[@tmangb]

I think that's the perfect song to show off what the instrument is capable of.

[@beavermatixx6116]

What song is it?

[@drewspiegelberg2731]

@@beavermatixx6116 low key gliding

[@thastayapongsak4422]

Not even close. The originla style it was used for is even crazier. Search Sombat Simla. He's the Khaen master

[@ItsMeSphax]

how about this kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXjIlodubatlpas ?

[@scladoffle2472]

@@thastayapongsak4422 it's not a competition :)

[@johnevans9149]

So this is the origin of all those neat RPG scores I use to hear ans still hear in games.

[@terencecurran7819]

Yeah dude I feel like I just healed my party with potions after a rough battle

[@mirainikki6665]

Unironically, it's sounds so familiar, like some Final Fantasy game

[@RayanKhan]

Is that where it's from, this sounds so familiar but I don't know where it's from.

[@MainDoorFrames]

I dunno man since my country is Laos and kinda under the radar I doubt Japan would come to it for their games unless maybe they did dunno

[@kuhatsuifujimoto9621]

I think the sound is mostly from the khaen's japanese cousin, the Sho

[@apacheko6992]

this is giving me some weird final fantasy nostalgia vibes

[@NoemyMenchaca]

ApacheKo reminds me of chrono trigger!

[@apacheko6992]

@@NoemyMenchaca Oh my god it does, i wasn't even thinking about chrono

[@kestoification]

exactly, one could make soundtracks with this instrument

[@thebrookelauren]

yes!! I love ff

[@MainDoorFrames]

Imagine using an instrument from another culture and putting modern style melody into it NOICE. Cuz never thought thus instrument could be used this way since I hear it so much at funerals or my cultural events

[@banakula]

I'm so grateful that this instrument exists.

[@jakemode]

@@banakula I'm so grateful that you exist ❤️

[@sugardady7216]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYPOnoGvi6l5pq8

[@v_bob689]

@@jakemode w rizz

[@Innev]

​@@v_bob689 😑

[@nonthawatthrongdee2588]

การผสมผสานกันทางศิลปะวัฒนธรรมลงตัวมากครับ เพราะมากเลย ผมชอบมาก 🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭👍👍👍

[@youniverse6841]

I love the Khaen! My childhood was full of traditional Thai music that my dad would play on and on so this sound is very familiar to me. It's very nostalgic and so, so beautiful!

[@fe1liott.civicsi]

Saw this guy on Tik Tok

[@rooteddwellings]

Yep me too I had to look up the instrument and he popped up.

[@darkDiamondb]

Yeah! Amazing!!

[@bobo7918]

Same

[@MikeyCasasola]

Same haha I like that flow Ima use it in a beat

[@robertfeost1618]

I found him on insta

[@delsinmunroe5067]

So many unique instruments are passed over in the modern times for the things we all recognize and are familiar with, but this one, this one resonates with me in a different way. I need more of this!

[@banakula]

Well said. I know... this instrument is so ancient, but so modern and other-worldly.

[@alisterdavid5109]

i swear he just plays low key gliding but with a slight variation

[@RageNate]

I WAS THINKING THE SAME THING

[@banakula]

You caught me. I've been playing those 2 chords practically since the first time I picked up the khaen. The fingering lays very naturally. Thanks for listening.

[@RageNate]

Hal Walker it doesn’t matter it’s still very amazing 🤩🤩 keep going!

[@alisterdavid5109]

@@banakula I think it's brilliant, such a beautiful instrument

[@AdalHRivera]

It just means Hal Walker is proof that if you're good enough you can play the same thing over and over again with some variations and still sound amazing

[@alecklecky]

Damn that stand up bass goes so hard with the Khaen! That guy was so inspired after he heard it's sounds. He knew he had to slap.

[@LittleLuckyLotus]

Can you image going to his show and being exposed to this instrument for the first time and just sitting there in awe. Its quite a magical thing to think of all the sounds from around the world that you may not know. I stumbled across one of his tiktok videos and now im here and hooked on this sound. Much praise! 😄

[@Delaypat]

Came from tiktok and sooooooo want one of these. Freaking awesome. Thanks for sharing

[@thampannampho9756]

มาเจอแคนซิ่ง แคนเด้าเบิ่งเด้..สิบ่ลืมความม่วนซาวอีสานเลย.....

[@tweeleaf]

so you’ve been playing these 2 chords for 5 years? never gets old.

[@waterbender6288]

In all fairness, when a khaen is made it’s made in a certain key. So to play a wide variety of chords you’d literally need multiple khaens.

[@David_Logr]

@@waterbender6288 oh, this answers some questions

[@firstletterofthealphabet7308]

@@David_Logrit’s like a small, bamboo organ for your mouth, with no valves, just finger holes like a flute.

[@Snow-ej5fm]

i have sensitive ears and this made them tingle broooo this shit’s magical

[@define2675]

Without even stopping to take a breath

[@Badatmaths0306]

define he got that circular breathing drip

[@define2675]

@@Badatmaths0306 thats that cold drip

[@saucegaming285]

you can breathe in and still make sound with the khaen

[@phaitun]

I don't know how to call it, but this Khaen you can blow and suck the air it makes the same sound. So you can play continuously. Is that the same as a circular breathing?

[@a10washere]

Circular breathing is more like pushing out the remaining air in your mouth without using your lungs, while simultaneously breathing in through your nose.

[@ilvinnova2122]

This instrument gives me ghibli vibes. I know joe hisaishi would do an amazing piece having the Khaen as the main melody.

[@highsbury14]

I know have to sleep every night with the dream of this becoming a reality, thx :( lol

[@Rosa-gu5sw]

I was thinking of this 😭😭 I was looking for someone else to comment it

[@Rosa-gu5sw]

Really reminds me of spirited away, specifically

[@guner9656]

I really love this man Thank you on behalf of Thai people and Lao people. That Khun Khai this instrument is awesome, beyond its boundaries 🤙🏻🙏🏻🇹🇭🇱🇦

[@labber7772]

THIS DESERVED MORE HYPE

[@banakula]

I know, right. I’ve found TikTok to be better for hype than KZbin.

[@labber7772]

Hal Walker yep agreed

[@miwonderme9902]

khane is Lao national instrumment :)

[@dimwitweed420]

you mean Thailand?..

[@airv4083]

@@dimwitweed420It is originated in Laos.

[@dimwitweed420]

@@airv4083 and Lao is Thai ethnic group.

[@sssf85k]

Yes it is originally from Laos and is our national instrument where Thais national instrument is Ranat.

[@dimwitweed420]

@@sssf85k thank you guys i was tryng to be sure coz google says other shit

[@boundlessmatter4361]

He journeyed across the world to remote reaches of a country of a completely different culture to find the creators of an instrument that can create music so beautiful it can make all the atoms in your body dance and sing like furious warriors and brought it back here to share and preform these melodies and enlighten us of what beautiful ear tingling music sounds like. Respect👍

[@BetaBoyBill]

So glad a lad Bible video about you popped into my Facebook feed, this instrument is beautiful and you're incredibly talented, can't wait to see what else you do with it!

[@verticus3460]

I just love how he just vibes when he's playing

[@smokeyoung1283]

I think the familiarity everyone seems to feel with this comes from organs and horn sections in modern music and a lot of what we grew up with. It has a similar feel and fills a similar musical space

[@PLZH5N13_______]

I don't why i search on KZbin so many videos of this, but your playing is very fairytale, and so enchanted.

[@mejfuz]

I iust love the two people in back trying to find the right tones and notes to jump and jam with you but struggle from the start cause youre playing so many notes at the same time its hard to gind just one chord or note to jazz into... wonderful

[@treydye2569]

I came from tiktok to hear more of your playing. So beautiful

[@himsayhimdo]

Hal, would love to see footage of you playing for the first time in front of the makers of this instrument. Must've been incredible.

[@RayanKhan]

Honestly I recognise the song, it sounds so familiar, but I don't know where it's from.

[@kani_mar]

Like every heroic scene from every movie and Epic Fighting Game/RPG Medley combined in one song.

[@joeshmoe1764]

its in a playboi carti song

[@sarahcheshire2030]

Joe Shmoe playboi carti remix by llusion

[@StrawberryFeildsforNever]

@@sarahcheshire2030 this was the original, it got sampled

[@mr.brando7221]

this is low key gliding but a little bit different

[@cuatro1747]

es increíble que un instrumento tan antiguo suene como uno futurista

[@junglink2437]

This use of the khaen was incredible, but I think love the bass player's demeanor and stage presence even more

[@googolplexer]

Incredible!! Have you put your Khaen improvisations on CD yet??

[@banakula]

not yet, Marc. :( Thanks for listening!

[@cocobruh]

@@banakula and now, did you did it? I reaaaally want to but one x)!

[@Dirtbaghippy]

@@cocobruh check spotify

[@akito7025]

Sounds very unique!! Like I'm in a remote village!! love your stuff!!!

[@danzelmbamargwo8312]

That moment when every instrument playing touches your soul

[@gazooc]

Soundcloud ? Apple Music ? I need more of this great instrument!

[@guardian67]

I don’t know what it is about this instrument... It’s half surreal and half familiar; beautiful. But with the backing of the bass drum and bass, I ultimately I got some major detective or sleuthing vibes. Damn. This was so good 👌🏽🔥🔥

[@brokeglassfilms32]

Sort of blade runner or taxi driver sounds to it

[@brandonvessell4659]

This wouldn't be music without those fellows in the back.man this is fantastic!

[@narakib4652]

Love from Thailand

[@shanareinhart98]

You make me discover this instrument ! Thanx for your music 👌🏻

[@variadive7032]

RPG (Chrono Trigger / Final Fantasy / Octopath Traveler etc) covers will open up a whole new audience for you ❤❤❤ Please consider it!

[@rahteljackson433]

YESSSSS

[@joelzavala7203]

Chrono trigger and chrono cross are a fucking masterpieces.

[@jacquesoquinn7790]

can we get The Melodious Khaen on spotify that would be so cool. this is awesome!

[@dyanga7062]

Thank you so much for bringing able to showcase this musical instruments various abilities and styles! I never noticed how beautiful this instrument could sound. I can’t wait to hear more musical renditions from you in the future! I would love to hear you to try out the Hmong Qeej (Luseng) and see what wonderful melodies are in store for this instrument.

[@petervirapol]

ມ່ວນ ແລະ ອອນຊອນຫຼາຍເດີ້ ທ່ານ Hal Walker

[@jaxonmoon9815]

Wish I could have been there. I'm from ohio and am just now learning about this instrument. I love old fascinating instruments such as the hurdy gurdy and the khaen. If you know any others please let me know, also inform me of any upcoming events in ohio this guy might be doing. I really enjoy his stuff, very melodic and enchanting.

[@banakula]

Thanks Jason. I encourage you to sign up for my email list at halwalkermusic.com - nice to meet a fellow Ohioan!

[@khalonkelsey3455]

This is a mood for me

[@nukem_]

Wow! @Hal Walker this song is amazing! Has it still not been recorded? I love it!

[@kerbizkit9734]

🇹🇭❤️ คนไทยหลายคนยังเป่าไม่เป็นเลย แต่คุณสุดยอดมาก ถ้าโยกเอวกว่านี้จะดีเลยครับ

[@Kobiwan_]

This man said imma bout to end nils frahms career right quick

[@nicholiemurdock556]

Hearing everything combined is a different feeling

[@yidneth]

i love mouth organs they look difficult to play, this is how i found you on tiktok. I love rare instruments

[@banakula]

Using breath to make music is so ancient and so human. Thankyou for listening.

[@yidneth]

@@banakula You are welcome, I used to have a blog about rare instruments It's still online somewhere to write about rare and unusual instruments. I am more of a singer but I play a few, my favourite is Low Whistle though because I can jam along most folk music and I like the low tone, Saving to buy a bawu now

[@OSCAR-ht9ld]

So awesome man,helps me forget my problems for a bit

[@banakula]

I'm so glad. thank you

[@chaanom1442]

พี่แกชอบแคลนจริงๆวะ เป่าตลอด 5555

[@cocobruh]

I have a lot of problems actually, but when i listen to this, it's like if i never has any problems..! This song is just amazing! I dont know why it's only 4 years later that i finally find it, but wow, it is just amazing! I wish there was a 2 hours version haha!

[@mishimposble]

That was beautiful

[@khamphatthirakul6975]

Wow. Lao Khaen❤

[@ruelasgrea5745]

I LOVE THAT INSTRUMENT ITS BEAUTIFUL

[@Santasei]

Never been able to play the Lao Khaen haha couldnt stop trying to breath 😂

[@boonyanuchpapumpruek1452]

พ่อใหญ่เจ้าคือบ่ห่อนแอว

[@Seven_Eleven_1927]

Why isn’t think instrument more popular?! It sounds so good!!

[@zenssdv493]

It's world heritage

[@brandonhasting2960]

bro this got me feeling good for some reason

[@chung388]

Cool Lao Khene..Wow i like it..

[@theshengplayer]

Great music! Cheers!! :)

[@banakula]

Thank you!

[@nerse6363]

Your​ Groove​ very​ cool, Subscribe​ From​ Thai​Land​ nice​ ​job

[@bomieseyr4086]

Khan is a musical instrument of Laos, not of Thailand But in Thailand, a certain area has the same traditions in Laos Well, I am Lao. I want to tell you Lao is the original In Thailand, in some areas there is a similar pattern to Laos

[@karakarum]

Балдёжно

[@jacquesoquinn7790]

Absolutely fantastic!

[@damronglaewarit5326]

Thank you teacher.

[@catbear4404]

You have to listen to it in different speeds. try 1.5 and 2. Your welcome.

[@MalikJamalNaba]

the sound of the khaen gives me jazz vibes

[@benz_14_84]

ชอบจังเลยครับ เสียงเพราะมาก อยากให้สนุกเอวต้องพิ้วตามนะ

[@evanferree]

Wow....Hal I love you and your khaen.

[@deseso777]

Who’s watching this video in 2024?🖐️

[@banakula]

Me

[@vmalingyi]

Me✋🥰 from Laos

[@HoldYourSeahorses]

I keep seeing some little guy in green running around with a sword and shield in my head

[@evanferree]

Ayee I was the 1,000th like. Hal I love your vibes bro, keep making sweet sweet music with that melodious khaen

[@โด้เชินเจิ้น]

เพราะมากครับ🙏🏻🇹🇭

[@jeemalsoknownasjimhawkins1294]

Hal: A friend just "shared" your video. I love this. I am subscribing to your channel. What an amazing instrument. Where could one purchase something like this? Cheers.

[@gungun1705]

เยี่ยมเลยครับ ❤️😃

[@sommypath4361]

Oh wow very good job

[@neoabsoltv7114]

Good video, Hai Walker I simply loved it :3

[@banakula]

Thanks so much. I miss playing with these guys.

[@jasonlee6936]

Sounds reminds me of an accordion

[@devanharris6385]

Same concept.. 😎

[@دالي-و3د]

It's a musical instrument from my country. #Thailand 😛

[@RyansSynthwaveGuitar]

Love your music man - very inspiring 😊👍

[@mirainikki6665]

Beautiful and nostalgic

[@lutuzi1139]

beautiful khaen song i hope can you play other song with other east Asian and south-east Asian mouth organ one is a ploong or plung from Myanmar and Bangladesh and sompoton or sumpoton from Malaysia other one is sheng and hulusheng ( gourd sheng) from china :)

[@devinc9]

Now I understand the origin of the Chrono Trigger Ost

[@enjoymentdd]

That is Lao khaen Sir

[@BossladySupreme313]

Beautiful sound

[@brandonvessell4659]

This is incredible!!!!

[@vientoritmico4775]

What a G.

[@voldor5282]

Спасибо давгу

[@SumnerHobart]

Used to live in Cincinnati. What part of Ohio? Love your music btw and appreciate you sharing!

[@banakula]

Portage County. :)

[@SumnerHobart]

@@banakula very cool! Love your music and appreciate you sharing this beautiful instrument. God bless!

[@kevbri11]

sounds like I'm watching a Clint Eastwood movie

[@Minnesotaiscold117]

I need me one of those

[@Pousse-Pouce]

on dit merci joyca pour la découverte de cet instrument

[@sophibueno4650]

Do you know a reliable place to get one of these instruments? I want to play but all I see are ones on Amazon and eBay and I don’t know if I can trust those websites to get a quality Khaen

[@inoi28]

Check out The Paradise Bangkok band

[@roly3805]

this instrument is amazing, im in love with it. i wish i could get one of those, but i cant find it for sale on the internet

[@Kage129]

👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️