A
piphat (, ) is a kind of ensemble in the
classical music of
Thailand, which features wind and percussion instruments. It is considered the primary form of ensemble for the interpretation of the most sacred and "high-class" compositions of the Thai classical repertoire, including the Buddhist invocation entitled
sathukan as well as the suites called
phleng rueang. It is also used to accompany traditional Thai theatrical and
dance forms including
khon (masked dance-drama),
lakhon (classical dance), and
shadow puppet theater.