National traditional instrument competition held in Thai Nguyen

The second phase of a national traditional instrument competition is taking place in Thai Nguyen, Vietnam, from November 6 to 12. The event features 17 art units and over 400 contestants.

Under the theme “Am sac Viet - Hoi tu - Toa sang,” the competition aims to honor the diversity of traditional musical instruments and performance styles. According to Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ta Quang Dong, the initiative is part of a professional arts program for the 2021–2030 period. The goal is to evaluate performance quality, discover new talent, and encourage creative preservation of traditional music for younger generations.

This follows the first phase of the competition, which was held in Lam Dong from October 24 to 30. Participating units in the Thai Nguyen phase include various national and regional troupes, such as the Vietnam National Academy of Music and the Hue Opera and Music Theater.