Thailand Music Education Reform: A Study of Vision and Strategies of Dr. Sugree Charoensook

Abstract

The aim is to study the historical development and professionalism of Dr. Sugree Charoensook; aninfluential music educator who has helped raise Thailand’s music education standards to internationallevels. This investigation comprises biographical research concerning his life and career to highlight hiscontributions to music education in Thailand. His vision, philosophy, and approaches to Thai musiceducation are articulated by reflecting on his leadership creating Mahidol University’s College of Musicand its affiliated programs to lead the new generations to prepare them for their future careers throughthe strength of quality teaching.