The Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music, Thailand takes a contemporary approach to classical music education, scholarship and performance. The institute was initiated in 2007 as a royal project celebrating the occasion of the 84th birthday of Her Royal Highness Princess Galyani Vadhana Krom Luang Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra. The Princess graciously gave her name to the new endeavour, and thus the Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music (PGVIM) was born.

Following her royal vision to develop Thai musicians to the highest standard and to educate new audiences, the Institute created its Education Populaire and Audience Development Projects for students, musicians, music scholars and the general public to share in musical experiences, engage in dialogues, and learn from one another.

PGVIM aims to be a leading international institute of music, with the following missions: 1) to support young Thai talents in their pursuit of musical excellence, 2) to promote a better understanding of music among the general public and expand the role of music within society, and 3) to develop new knowledge in music and through interdisciplinary research. Our undergraduate and masters curricula and Music for Society programs provide opportunities for students and the general public to learn the skills of music-making while developing their ability to use music as a tool for the advancement of humankind, both within their local communities and on the world stage.