An arts programme with the theme “Going to the Land of Folk LoveDuets ” will be held in the northern province of Bac Ninh onFebruary 13.
The event aims to preserve andpopularise Quan Ho singing (folk love duets). It will re-enact thetraditional love duet culture with well-known and familiar folk songs.
Quan Ho, which was recognised as an IntangibleCulture Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in September 2009, is an art formthat combines various elements, including music, lyrics, costume and aunique style of singing that reflects the close relationship between thesingers. The rich and diverse tunes and fine lyrics of the songsportray a zest for life and the distinctive cultural features of peoplein the region formerly called Kinh Bac.
According toschedule, the programme will be televised live on the national TVchannels of VTV1 and VTV4 and Bac Ninh Television on the evening ofJanuary 13./.