(CTT-Dong Nai) - Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong - a native of Thai Binh , is known to the public nationwide as a Cheo and Chau Van singer. For nearly 40 years in the art world, he has been constantly practicing, bringing traditional music to all classes of people.
In recent years, Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong has actively participated in performing arts activities in Bien Hoa - Dong Nai , leaving many impressions in the hearts of the public.
Nearly 40 years pursuing art
Born into a family with an artistic tradition, he was exposed to Cheo singing from a very young age. At the age of 16, he joined the Thai Binh Cheo Troupe (now the Thai Binh Cheo Theatre), starting his professional artistic career. He was not only proficient in percussion but also knew how to play many other instruments such as the erhu, zither, etc., contributing to enriching his performances.
Coming to the art scene from supporting roles, Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong gradually asserted himself with his emotional Cheo singing voice, excellently performing ancient Cheo melodies. Along with Cheo, he also successfully performed Chau Van and Xam singing - folk art forms that require high technique and the ability to convey strong emotions. Many of his famous Chau Van and Xam songs left a strong impression on the public, such as: Offering Chau To; Nghia me cong cha; Ngoi buon nho me ta xua...
Not only famous for his excellent performance in traditional art forms, Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong also actively contributed to composing lyrics for these works. He composed and performed many songs, contributing to enriching the nation's musical treasure. Typical examples include: Hat van On cha, On nguoi vi nuoc sa ki; Hat cheo Ngoi chua que huong... In addition, he also adapted poetry into songs, such as the poem Chan que by poet Nguyen Binh, which he performed with a unique Hat van melody.
In recent years, Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong has actively participated in performing arts activities in Bien Hoa - Dong Nai , leaving many impressions in the hearts of the public.
Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong from Thai Binh Province Cheo Theater performs at the Provincial Center for Events and Foreign Affairs
Nearly 40 years pursuing art
Born into a family with an artistic tradition, he was exposed to Cheo singing from a very young age. At the age of 16, he joined the Thai Binh Cheo Troupe (now the Thai Binh Cheo Theatre), starting his professional artistic career. He was not only proficient in percussion but also knew how to play many other instruments such as the erhu, zither, etc., contributing to enriching his performances.
Coming to the art scene from supporting roles, Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong gradually asserted himself with his emotional Cheo singing voice, excellently performing ancient Cheo melodies. Along with Cheo, he also successfully performed Chau Van and Xam singing - folk art forms that require high technique and the ability to convey strong emotions. Many of his famous Chau Van and Xam songs left a strong impression on the public, such as: Offering Chau To; Nghia me cong cha; Ngoi buon nho me ta xua...
Not only famous for his excellent performance in traditional art forms, Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong also actively contributed to composing lyrics for these works. He composed and performed many songs, contributing to enriching the nation's musical treasure. Typical examples include: Hat van On cha, On nguoi vi nuoc sa ki; Hat cheo Ngoi chua que huong... In addition, he also adapted poetry into songs, such as the poem Chan que by poet Nguyen Binh, which he performed with a unique Hat van melody.
According to Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong, there are many differences between Cheo singing, Chau Van singing, and Xam singing. To perform many genres, in addition to talent, artists must constantly practice, be dedicated, and "sacrifice" for art. The fact that he was invited to Bien Hoa - Dong Nai to perform Cheo and Chau Van shows that Dong Nai is very interested in traditional art. Therefore, each piece of music he serves the audience here focuses on fully conveying messages, expressing all ranges of emotions.
Serving the People of Bien Hoa - Dong Nai
From 2023-2025, Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong had many tours in Bien Hoa - Dong Nai, contributing to promoting, spreading and preserving the art of Cheo and Chau Van singing in the Southern region.
Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong actively participated in activities and performed with artists from Dong Nai and Ho Chi Minh City to serve the public of Dong Nai. In particular, at the end of February, he participated in performing Cheo and Chau Van singing in the program welcoming the Congress of Dong Nai Literature and Arts Association, term 2025-2030.
“Every time I come to Dong Nai to perform, I sing many genres, including Cheo and Chau Van. I feel very happy and joyful to bring the typical music of the North to perform in the South, and to be warmly welcomed and cheered by the public. This is not only an honor and pride, but also a source of motivation for me to continue to strive every day, to perform well so as not to disappoint the expectations and love of the audience” - Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong shared.
With nearly four decades of dedication, Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong has left a deep impression on the audience and made important contributions to preserving and promoting the traditional art of Cheo in Vietnam. To promote folk music more widely, he actively uses social networks, introducing many new musical works to the community. His Facebook and YouTube channels regularly share videos of Cheo singing, Chau Van singing, Xam singing... attracting the attention of a large audience of art lovers.
In addition, Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong regularly appears in exchange programs, sharing his journey and passion for folk art forms. His love for art is passed on to his son Dinh Tan - who has inherited and continued the family tradition, participating with him in performances on many music stages. Thereby, contributing to preserving and promoting the value of traditional national art.
“At every place I perform at now, I see that young people are gradually becoming more interested in Cheo, Chau Van and Xam singing. However, in order for traditional music to be promoted and preserved in modern life, I think it is necessary for all levels, sectors and localities to pay attention and bring traditional art forms into schools to help students access, preserve and continue the cultural source of the nation,” said Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong.
Talking about his tours, especially performances in the southern provinces, Meritorious Artist Dinh Cuong said that he always hopes to have many opportunities to go to Bien Hoa - Dong Nai to sing Cheo and Chau Van for the audience. He hopes that through his lyrics and voice, he will contribute to encouraging and motivating people from all walks of life to preserve and spread the traditional arts of the nation, and join hands to build a rich and civilized homeland.
Source: https://dongnai.gov.vn/vi/news/van-hoa-dong-nai/nguoi-dua-hat-cheo-chau-van-ve-dong-nai-phuc-vu-nhan-dan-51893.html
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