Gong performance competition

Nam Giang Stadium was packed with locals and tourists enjoying the performances. Photo: CN

The event attracted a large number of people and tourists at Thanh My Stadium (Nam Giang District).

According to the leader of Nam Giang District People's Committee, this event is not only to honor and preserve unique cultural values but also an opportunity to promote the image of Nam Giang to a large number of tourists.

The gong performance was performed by talented artisans from many generations of ethnic minorities such as Co Tu, Ve, Ta Rieng...

Each community and ethnic group has worked hard to prepare and practice to bring the most unique and special performance. Photo: CN

The sound of gongs and drums resounds, solemnly recreating mysterious stories, epics of the mountains and forests. The rhythm of gongs and drums is sometimes strong and majestic, sometimes gentle and profound, imbued with the spiritual culture and customs of the people here. Each gong and drum sound is not only a sound but also a word, a sentiment of the highland people, expressing pride in the traditional cultural heritage.

In addition to the gong performance, traditional rituals were also a highlight of the event. Rituals such as the village land worship ceremony, the new rice celebration, and the traditional wedding ceremony were all recreated vividly and authentically. The artisans and village elders in colorful traditional costumes, along with props meticulously crafted from bamboo, reed, wood, etc., brought the audience a truly unique and impressive experience.

Highland girls radiantly attend the festival. Photo: CN

Dances, folk songs, and prayers all contain the philosophy of life, beliefs, and dreams of the highland people, expressing their connection with nature and gratitude to their ancestors.

Bhling Thi Dieu (a young member of the Zuoih commune's acting troupe) shared that participating in the "Gong Echo" festival this time, the Zuoih commune troupe has been practicing hard over the past time to be able to perform the gong dance and the village founding land worshiping ritual of the indigenous Co Tu people.

"Most of the actors of Zuoi commune are young people, taught and guided by artisans and village elders to be able to recreate the most accurate and correct performance of the tang tung - da da dance and the worship ritual. This event is not only about performance but also opens up a space for exchange and learning between ethnic groups, artisans and audiences. Stories about life, culture, valuable experiences in preserving and promoting cultural heritage are shared and spread, creating a warm, friendly and meaningful atmosphere" - Bhling Thi Dieu confided.

Through the gong performance and traditional rituals, the People's Committee of Nam Giang district hopes to convey and promote the unique cultural beauty of ethnic groups; at the same time, send a message of solidarity and harmony among ethnic groups. This is a vivid demonstration of the richness and diversity of traditional culture of ethnic minorities, the pride of every Nam Giang resident.