Folk song on the Perfume River, is a cultural beauty dating back to the Nguyen Dynasty and was recognized as “National Intangible Cultural Heritage” in 2015. This performance show is held by artisans on boats on the romantic Perfume River.
Folk song on the Perfume River is a unique form of artistic expression of the people of the former capital of Hue, which has been preserved and developed by the people of Hue for hundreds of years. With its Hue-style melodies, and its deeply moving and romantic lyrics, Folk song has touched the hearts of many people.
When night falls, Truong Tien Bridge begins to light up with various colors, and it’s also the time when the dragon boats start slowly drift upstream on the Perfume River, marking the beginning of the Hue singing night. The dragon boats are gently pushed by the night breeze in the silent night, while the audience on board not only admire the picturesque Hue city through small windows on the boat but also enjoy the performances of talented singers preparing to sing their hearts out.
Folk song music is a harmonious blend of human emotions and music, accompanied by the romantic scenery of the Perfume River, gently swaying on a peaceful boat ride while enjoying the melodic tunes and poetic verses. The deep melodies of Folk song will surely leave an unforgettable impression on your journey to Hue.
Folk song is a traditional music genre originating from Hue, which includes over 80 melodies and is a combination of folk music, chamber music, and part of the Nha nhac cung Hue. Folk song comprises two main elements: singing (Folk song) and the Hue musical instruments (đan Hue). The band performs on a boat, although it is not as crowded as performing on stage, it still requires three types of instruments: bau, nhi, nguyet, phach. Folk song bring tourists back in time to the golden era of the imperial court and the past.
A Hue singing performance orchestra consists of musicians wearing traditional ao dai outfits and conical hats, playing traditional musical instruments such as dan nhi, dan nguyet, sao, and dan bau. The female vocalists wear traditional ao dai dresses and play traditional musical instruments such as sanh loan and sanh tien.
A Hue singing night usually starts with imperial court music such as “Luu Thuy,” “Kim Tien,” “Xuan Phong,” “Long Ho”… Then, there are folk songs such as “Ly Muoi Thuong,” “Ly Giao Duyen” or lively and graceful duet singing.
A typical Hue singing performance lasts for about an hour. Around 9 pm, the dragon boats on the Perfume River bring the guests back to the shore in a romantic ambiance. Before the end of the festivities, visitors can also participate in the unique lantern release ritual on the Perfume River. This is a long-standing tradition of the people of Hue, with the desire for peace and prosperity.
When visiting Hue, don’t forget to enjoy Folk song on the picturesque Perfume River. It is a prominent cultural and artistic feature that is still preserved in Hue.
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