Traditional court music from Vietnam’s ancient capital of Hue. It developed in the 15th century Le Dynasty, and established itself as a form of court music in the 19th century Nguyen Dynasty.

Nha nhac is performed by many musicians, singers, and dancers wearing stunning costumes.

In the 20th century, the art was almost lost with the fall of the Nguyen Dynasty and the wars that lasted for several decades, however as a result of its maintenance by the few remaining court musicians, its value was reevaluated worldwide, and in 2008 it was added on the Representative List of UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Produced by：The Theatre Of Hue Traditional And Royal Art

Performed by: The Theatre Of Hue Traditional And Royal Art

Recorded: 2021

Venue: Duyet Thi Duong Royal Theater

The song in the video named Phu Luc Dich performed by the talented performers together with the orchestra of The Theatre Of Hue Traditional And Royal Arts. Phu Luc Dich belongs to “Small Music” which means the orchestra of music instruments generates mild sound. Phu Luc Dich, “Dich” means flute and this song is mainly performed with bamboo flutes. As its merry and cheerful melody so it was used to be played in happy events.