The performance attracted a large number of Khe Tre people.

The idea of ​​“Ngan Ngo” started while sitting at a coffee shop in Khe Tre, two brothers Hoang Tien Nghia and Hoang Tien Hieu (Hon Viet Event Company) suddenly saw the image of a communal house in the middle of the village. Against the blue sky of the mountains, the communal house appeared as a symbol of connection and community. At that time, the idea of ​​organizing a music night at this place suddenly flashed in the two brothers' mind.

From the idea, the music night “Ngan Ngo” of young people was held in Khe Tre commune at the end of September. What is special is that the two brothers Nghia and Hieu are both from Khe Tre. Although they have played music on many different stages in Hue city, from coffee shops, events, to professional stages, this is the first time they have performed in their hometown.

They brought all the musical instruments, sound system and props from Hue. The group consisted of 12 people, 9 musicians and 3 singers, the youngest born in 2008, the oldest in 1996. Everyone loaded their things onto the car, starting "the first tour in the mountains and forests of Hon Viet".

That day, Khe Tre suddenly sparkled more than usual. The sound of the zither echoed in the wind, the sound of drums mingled with the sound of insects, and the lights shone on the roof of the communal house. While the Hon Viet group was still setting up the equipment, the audience began to show interest and flock to the place. People in the surrounding area heard that there was a “free music night at the communal house” and immediately went. Some drove motorbikes from far away villages, some brought their children, and some old people leaned on their canes to watch.

Mr. Tran Duy Khanh, owner of Cho Phien coffee shop - a companion of Hon Viet group, shared: "Ngan Ngo" is not only a performance, but also a starting point for the local community to be more proactive in cultural and artistic activities. The music night was crowded, warm, with many songs that encouraged the spirit of loving life and family. I really hope there will be more programs like this so that music can truly become a part of the lives of Khe Tre people.

As for Tran Quyen, a local resident, “Ngan Ngo” brought about unforgettable emotions: “I learned about the program on social media, and was curious so I came to watch it. I didn’t expect the atmosphere to be so exciting and intimate. As a music lover, I hope there will be more nights like this to enjoy and bring music closer to the people of the highlands.”

At the concert, 20 songs were played one after another, from lyrical Vietnamese songs, modern youthful songs, to vibrant European and American melodies. Each song was carefully selected to suit the space and to allow the audience, whether young or old, to join in.

From the success of the program, the Hon Viet group has cherished the plan to organize free performances periodically, about every 3 to 4 months, in the highlands, far from the center of Hue. The goal is not only to bring music closer to everyone, but also a way to share joy, spread the spirit of art to places with little access. Music, for them, should not stop at the city stage. It can resound anywhere, on the mountainside, by the stream, between the stilt houses, as long as there are listeners and emotions.

For Hon Viet, “Ngan Ngo” is not just a show. It is a journey back home, where music connects people with their homeland, where young artists find themselves again. The young people of Hue, with all their enthusiasm, have turned a small idea into a great memory, not only for themselves, but also for the people here.

Article and photos: Pham Phuoc Chau

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