Photo for illustration (Source: dangcongsan.vn) In the past, the art was only performed in religious rituals, but today, Then singing has become a public art seen in many festivals. With its high value, the art is in need of conservation and development, thus enriching the cultural treasure of the nation. Popularising Then singing Then singing eminent artisan Lu Xuan Lai, a resident of Dong Uan village, Phuc Chu commune, Dinh Hoa district, is a leading Then master of the Tay community in Dinh Hoa. He learnt the art from his father. Since 16 years old, Lai has mastered many Then melodies used in spiritual and religious events. Lai said that for many generations in Dinh Hoa area, Then singing has been a popular cultural practice in the community. People invited Then singer in various occasions from wedding, funeral, house-warming to even sickness because Then singing is believed to help connect people and the gods. Then is an art with the combination of singing, dancing, instrumental … [Read more...] about Efforts needed to preserve folk art of Then singing
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Folk art on show in Da Nang
VietNamNet Bridge – A collection of 62 paintings will be displayed at an exhibition of Vietnamese traditional folk art at Da Nang’s Fine Arts Museum from Thursday until February 25.The exhibition, the first of its kind held in Da Nang, aims to introduce paintings from the traditional painting villages, including Dong Ho in Bac Ninh Province; Hang Trong and Kim Hoang in Hanoi; Vu Di in Vinh Phuc and Doc Loi in Nghe An Province.Painting villages have survived in Vietnam for centuries, despite often warning popularity.The exhibition organisers will allow visitors to watch and be guided by artists attending the show.Visitors can explore the skills and techniques used by artists to produce the colourful art forms.The exhibition will open at 4pm at 78 Le Duan Street in Da Nang on Thursday.Children can explore the art from 3pm to 5pm on February 3 and 4.The exhibition also celebrates Tet, the Lunar New Year. Source: VNS … [Read more...] about Folk art on show in Da Nang
Hà Nội Museum showcases folk art exhibition
Viet Nam News HÀ NỘI - An exhibition of folk paintings originating from different regions of the country opened last week in Hà Nội. During the opening ceremony, artisans Nguyễn Đăng Chế, Nguyễn Đăng Giáp and Lê Đình Nghiên printed and presented Đông Hồ and Hàng Trống folk paintings for visitors. The event, a collaboration between the Hà Nội Museum and the Hà Nội Ceramics Museum, provides art lovers, history buffs and culture enthusiasts a look at paintings and sculptures that were created when few people had access to institutional learning and were generally self-taught. The exhibition introduces the quintessence of 12 folk painting genres with various works brought by collector Nguyễn Thị Thu Hòa, director of the Hà Nội Ceramics Museum. Many ancient Buddhist objects of worship, maps, posters and printing tools are on display, illustrating the process of making folk paintings. Besides showcasing some famous works such as Đông Hồ and Hàng Trống, the exhibition also shows Đồ Thế … [Read more...] about Hà Nội Museum showcases folk art exhibition
Folk art becomes top fashion
By Minh Thu Contemplating paintings on a wall goes back to neolithic times, but wearing art on items of clothing is a new experience for wearer and watcher in Việt Nam. Today, many young artists share a passion for folk paintings transferred by the printing craft from design to jackets, áo dài (traditional long dress) and even shoes. They are excited by the vitality of folk paintings, whose popularity has been waning in recent years so they are finding ways to revive the art and make it popular in contemporary life. Designer Đặng Ngọc Hân proudly introduced a collection of traditional long dress inspired by Hàng Trống paintings at an art event for APEC Week last November. The collection not only honoured the traditional art of Việt Nam, it also "wowed" international guests. “Among the many áo dài collections I have created, I selected Hàng Trống as my inspiration, thus presenting two slices of … [Read more...] about Folk art becomes top fashion
HTC to release Santa Fe 2014 special versions
Huyndai Thanh Cong Vietnam Auto JSC (HTC) has officially introduced the 2014 special versions for the 7-seater SUV Santa Fe. The petrol version will be at 1,44 billion VND whereas the oil version will be 1,431 billion. In addition to the features already available on Huyndai Santa Fe 2013, the 2014 special versions will be equipped with outstanding features such as the 4 wheel drive AWD (petrol version), Panorama window, HID headlights, curtain airbag, 19-inch rim, electronic brake, electric adjustment and heating for front seat row. … [Read more...] about HTC to release Santa Fe 2014 special versions