Cao Lan folk songs
  • Manage No, Sortation, Country, Writer ,Date, Copyright
    Manage No EE00001989
    Country Vietnam
    ICH Domain Performing Arts
    Address Xã Đèo Gia Commune, District Lục Ngạn, tỉnh Bắc Giang
    Year of Designation 2012
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Description Folk singing of the Cao Lan people take many forms and covering a wide range of topics. Besides alternating singing between males and females as an outstanding characteristic of the element, Cao Lan people also sing about farming, honoring the land and agricultural deities, singing lullabies, playing riddles, so on. Through these traditional melodies, Cao Lan people express their sentiments to each to other, conveying contemplations, telling dreams and hopes, showing their love for nature and respect to the gods. Besides the traditional songs passed down for generations, Cao Lan people can improvise and compose new songs, reflecting their contemporary life. Cao Lan people learn how to sing their folk song with pride and naturally in everyday life. As a longstanding tradition of singing, the element has become a factor to contribute to community cohesion.
Community Xã Đèo Gia Commune, District Lục Ngạn, tỉnh Bắc Giang
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ICHCAP(Minyung Jung)
https://www.unesco-ichcap.org

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