Khmer Art of Chapei, an oral and musical tradition

Chapei is a unique Cambodian art which a master of sings stories of morality, goodness and virtue. In traditional Khmer times these artist travel around the country and sing their messages. They are very poetic and subjects ranges from religion and morality to nature and philosophy.

In the 19th century Cambodian produced a renown Chapei artist and poet name Krom Ngoi. His fame is renown that he is liked and summon both by Khmer and Thai court to sing for the king.

If you want to know more about Jbab Krom Ngoi, or the Krom Ngoi Law, download a chapei song by Lok Ta Brach Chun here Click Here To Listen