Suddenly, the clear, melodious sound of a bamboo flute, carrying the sounds of the mountains and forests, resonated, making a strong impression on the young soldiers. The faces of the members of the Traditional Musical Instruments Club lit up with joy, their happiness amplified by the opportunity to perform for their comrades.

The Traditional Musical Instruments Club of Regiment 246 practices during a day off in July 2025.

The Traditional Musical Instruments Club of the 246th Regiment consists of officers and soldiers who are passionate about music and skilled in playing traditional instruments such as the đàn tính (a type of lute), bamboo flute, and đàn bầu (a type of zither). The club operates on a voluntary basis, under the leadership and direction of the Regiment's Party Committee and command, with the aim of preserving and promoting traditional cultural values ​​through the preservation and playing of these traditional musical instruments.

Known by the nickname "Flute Master," Lieutenant Hứa Nông Đình, a staff member of the Logistics and Technical Department (246th Regiment), has a talent for playing the bamboo flute. In cultural performances at his unit and exchanges with sister localities, Lieutenant Đình actively participates, showcasing his impressive and captivating bamboo flute performances, receiving enthusiastic applause from the audience. "I am very happy to be a member of the Regiment's Traditional Musical Instruments Club. This is not only an opportunity to express my hobby but also to contribute to preserving, conserving, and promoting the value of our national culture," Lieutenant Hứa Nông Đình happily shared.

As a member of the Tay ethnic group, Lieutenant La Tuan Cuong, Deputy Political Officer of Company 11, Battalion 3, Regiment 246, has been familiar with the zither and the Then folk songs since childhood. He is an active member of the club. Not only is he skilled at playing the zither and singing, but he also guides other members in identifying each note on the strings and adjusting their voices to match the melody of the zither. With his enthusiasm and spirit, Cuong has helped many comrades learn to play the zither and memorize many beautiful Tay folk songs, thereby spreading the love of singing within the unit.

The Traditional Musical Instruments Club of the Regiment has attracted 25 members since its establishment, maintaining weekly practice sessions every Saturday afternoon. The club organizes learning and exchange of experiences on traditional musical instruments, and participates in performances at cultural and artistic exchange programs organized by the Regiment. Lieutenant Colonel Pham Tuan Phuong, Deputy Head of Political Affairs of Regiment 246, in charge of the club, said: "The Traditional Musical Instruments Club model, along with several other models such as the Drum Club, Martial Arts Club, and Life Skills Training Club, is operating effectively, helping officers and soldiers find joy and boost their spirits after hours of study, work, and training. At the same time, the model also contributes to preserving the beauty of traditional music of the nation."

    Source: https://www.qdnd.vn/quoc-phong-an-ninh/xay-dung-quan-doi/lam-phong-phu-doi-song-tinh-than-bo-doi-1015719