(Dan Tri) - Although there are still concerns that fewer and fewer young people are interested in and preserving traditional art, it cannot be denied that many young people are making efforts to "preserve the language and reputation", devoting all their love to it.
Ha Nang, real name Nguyen Hung Dung, 25 years old, from Ho Chi Minh City, is a living proof of the undying passion for Cai Luong - a unique art form of the nation. In the family of two sisters, only Ha Nang pursues Cai Luong. Although no one in the family pursues acting, they all love Cai Luong and support his passion. One of the biggest difficulties that young people who love and pursue traditional arts like Ha Nang face is limited financial resources. However, he is always proactive in overcoming them. Most of the accessories, props, and weapons used in the performance are made by Nang himself or saved up to buy. While many people believe that Cai Luong, Don Ca Tai Tu or other traditional art forms are gradually fading away, Ha Nang looks at the problem with a more positive attitude. He believes that although traditional art is facing great challenges, there are still many young people who are learning and passionate about it. As long as there is effort, Cai Luong and Don Ca Tai Tu will still have the opportunity to develop and spread strongly. Ha Nang understands that although Cai Luong is in a period of decline, it is only part of the natural law. "In life, everything will rise and fall, it is a cycle. But to say Cai Luong is dead is wrong. It still lives in the hearts of young people like us and young artists are gradually finding their own way to develop this art form," he said. In an era where modern music and global trends dominate the market, finding a way to keep traditional music alive in the hearts of young audiences is a big challenge, especially Cai Luong when some people always think of Cai Luong as sad, sentimental, and sentimental. However, Ha Nang not only preserves it but also finds ways to bring Cai Luong closer to young people. In addition to performing, Ha Nang also regularly organizes and participates in workshops, discussions, and exchanges to share about this art form with the community. He believes that helping young people understand and love traditional music is not only about preserving it but also about developing and enriching the nation's cultural and artistic heritage.
To make ends meet, Ha Nang has to do some extra work such as teaching singing and dancing to students and performing at cai luong venues. This is also one of the ways he spreads his love for cai luong to today's young generation. "There are times when I don't have a job, but I'm still normal and spend time improving my knowledge without complaining. I feel happy to be independent and not bother my family," Nang shared. Nowadays, many young people have also applied traditional art materials to their modern music products. "That is a good sign showing that today's young generation not only "looks to the past" but also carries traditional cultural values to recreate them from a modern and unique perspective, helping these values spread widely. However, how to make these positive signs not only stop at the story of the movement or exist in small communities and turn it into a source of inspiration for a whole generation. Because culture always has an intersection, creating richness for the culture. But when traditional culture is brought into creation, the boundary between intersection and invasion becomes increasingly thinner", Nang shared. Sharing more about renewing "old" values, Ha Nang said: "Cai luong in particular and other traditional art forms in general can develop in a modern space, as long as we know how to preserve its soul and essence. We need to make young people feel the profound values that Cai luong brings without feeling that it is too distant or too old-fashioned. For example, costumes and a more youthful performance style can bring young people closer to this genre." There were times when he had to run continuously to different locations, without any time to rest, but he was extremely happy about that. Quick meals before the show. "Thanks to my makeup skills, I don't have too much difficulty with makeup. However, I still have to learn and practice a lot in this makeup field because it still takes a lot of time," Nang confided. Ha Nang is not a very prominent name on the big stages, but for those who have met him, they will immediately recognize a deep, sincere passion that he has for Cai Luong. Contrary to the concerns of many young people today "turning their backs" on traditional art, Ha Nang is proof that Cai Luong, although at times seemingly forgotten in the flow of time, can still live forever if there are people like him: young people who are enthusiastic, passionate and eager to spread that love to those around them. For Ha Nang, Cai Luong is not only an art form but a connecting thread, a bridge that helps the young generation understand and feel the priceless spiritual values of the nation.
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