Ho Chi Minh Opera House delight tourists with monthly traditional music show
The Soul of Vietnam – a new series of performance for tourists which presents Vietnamese history and culture with traditional folk music will make its public debut at the Ho Chi Minh Opera House on October 15th, 201
The Soul of Vietnam is a vibrant performance series showcasing Vietnamese history and culture through traditional folk music. It has found its new home at the Saigon Opera House, with performances commencing in 2025.
This captivating show is divided into three unique segments, totaling approximately 60 minutes, providing audiences with a swift journey through Vietnamese history from the ancient Hung King dynasty to modern times. Notably, each segment features a soundtrack created with instruments quintessential to the era it represents.
The opening segment focuses on the legendary Hai Ba Trung (the Trung sisters, c. 12-43 AD) who led an uprising against Chinese domination, accompanied by dynamic sounds of gongs and stone instruments.
The second segment celebrates Vietnam’s rich traditional music, featuring a diverse array of folk instruments. This segment invites the audience on a musical journey from North to South Vietnam, guided by the character of the Moon boy (or Chu Cuoi), as they experience various traditional music forms including Hat Xam (popular folk music in the North), Nha Nhac (the Hue Royal Court Music), and Cai Luong (Southern Opera).
The finale, Street Symphony, composed by Nguyen Hoai Anh, draws inspiration from the daily rhythms of Saigon, offering an auditory glimpse into contemporary life in the city.
A highlight of the performance includes the rendition of five distinctive songs from five continents, all performed with traditional Vietnamese instruments, promising a unique musical experience and delighting the audience.
Produced by Me Kong Artists Company, this series is designed to occur monthly on the 15th and 23rd. It aims to entertain while also educating, particularly benefiting foreign audiences. The performances will be presented in both Vietnamese and English, and promoted through local travel agencies.
Tickets are priced between 80,000 VND and 250,000 VND and can be purchased at the Saigon Opera House, located at No. 7 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
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