Xam singing clubs in Yen Tu commune provide a space where traditional Xam melodies are preserved, practised and systematically passed down to younger generations. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
Xam singing clubs in Yen Tu commune provide a space where traditional Xam melodies are preserved, practised and systematically passed down to younger generations. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
The enthusiastic participation of young people plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the value of Xam singing in Yen Tu commune, Ninh Binh province. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
The enthusiastic participation of young people plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the value of Xam singing in Yen Tu commune, Ninh Binh province. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
The enthusiastic participation of young people plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the value of Xam singing in Yen Tu commune, Ninh Binh province. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
The enthusiastic participation of young people plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the value of Xam singing in Yen Tu commune, Ninh Binh province. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
The enthusiastic participation of young people plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the value of Xam singing in Yen Tu commune, Ninh Binh province. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
The enthusiastic participation of young people plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the value of Xam singing in Yen Tu commune, Ninh Binh province. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
Established in 2018, the Ha Thi Cau Xam Singing Club in Yen Tu commune now has 32 members, ranging from children as young as six to veteran folk artists aged 87. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
Established in 2018, the Ha Thi Cau Xam Singing Club in Yen Tu commune now has 32 members, ranging from children as young as six to veteran folk artists aged 87. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
The Long Market Xam Troupe in Yen Tu commune attracts a growing number of students interested in learning and performing Xam singing. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
The Long Market Xam Troupe in Yen Tu commune attracts a growing number of students interested in learning and performing Xam singing. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
The Long Market Xam Troupe in Yen Tu commune attracts a growing number of students interested in learning and performing Xam singing. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
The Long Market Xam Troupe in Yen Tu commune attracts a growing number of students interested in learning and performing Xam singing. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
Members of the Long Market Xam Troupe in Yen Tu commune meet regularly, creating opportunities to exchange experiences, strengthen community ties and nurture a lasting passion for traditional performing arts. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
Members of the Long Market Xam Troupe in Yen Tu commune meet regularly, creating opportunities to exchange experiences, strengthen community ties and nurture a lasting passion for traditional performing arts. (Photo: Thuy Dung/VNA)
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Ninh Binh preserves and revitalises Xam singing

While many traditional art forms are at risk of fading away, Xam, a traditional form of blind buskers’ singing in Yen Tu commune, Ninh Binh province, continues to thrive thanks to the dedication, passion and commitment of those devoted to preserving this unique cultural heritage.