Harmony from the mountains and forests

Harmony from the mountains and forests is a journey to discover the process of making Mong flutes - a craft that bears the mark of ethnic culture. Through the skillful hands of Giang A Khay, in Sin Cheng commune, each flute produces a clear, soaring sound. The Mong flute, therefore, is not only a musical instrument, but also the soul of a unique cultural feature that is being preserved and continued through each generation.

Begin your journey to discover the process of making a Khen, where each stage contains meticulousness and dedication. From selecting strong bamboo sticks, to trimming and assembling each detail, every step is carried out with skill and precision. In particular, the sound testing stage is an important moment to adjust the sound, so that each completed Khen resonates clearly.

Nestled between the earthen walls of houses that have existed for generations of Mong people, in a traditional ancient house in the ancient village of Sin Cheng, Giang A Khay is still persistent and passionate about making Mong flutes.

Inside the house, A Khay is diligently completing a Mong flute according to orders from domestic and foreign customers.

To make the panpipes produce a standard sound, Giang A Khay meticulously carves each bamboo stick. This first step also contributes to creating a sturdy body for the panpipes.

Mr. Khay carefully polishes and smooths the surface of the panpipes using hand tools. The meticulousness in every detail not only demonstrates his skillful craftsmanship but also his love and respect for the traditional panpipe making profession of the Mong people.

To complete the panpipe, A Khay uses small, sharpened pieces of metal to fit into the head of the panpipe. This is a delicate detail that helps the panpipe produce a standard sound, in accordance with the tradition of the Mong people.

Test the sound of the metal piece before installing it on the reed pipe. This is an important step to check the resonance and clarity of the sound that the reed pipe will produce. According to A Khay, testing the sound is the decisive factor in helping the reed pipe to produce a traditional melody.

The process of fitting the metal piece into the flute is a detailed, careful and delicate job.

Each bamboo stick is skillfully assembled by Khay to create the body of the panpipe. This step requires delicacy, meticulousness and a good sense of sound so that each finished panpipe can produce clear, resonant sounds.

Giang A Khay uses his smartphone to connect with customers through his personal YouTube channel. This is part of a modern marketing strategy that helps him bring the Mong flute closer to the outside world .

On his personal YouTube channel “kws qeej hmoob Si Ma Cai Chanel”, Giang A Khay regularly posts videos of him playing the flute and introducing his products to friends and customers. Thanks to that, more and more people know about him as well as the traditional flute making profession of the Mong people. Every year, he sells nearly 100 flutes, bringing in an income of 100 to more than 200 million VND, while contributing to preserving and spreading the unique culture of the Mong people.

The Hmong flute not only brings a unique sound but also contains pride and a close connection with the traditional cultural values ​​of the nation. Each flute Giang A Khay creates is part of a large harmony, connecting the cultural values ​​and artistic quintessence of the highlands with the outside world. The flute melody contains the echoes of the mountains and forests, of past generations and the hope for a sustainable future, where tradition and modernity blend together and move forward together.

Source: https://baolaocai.vn/hoa-am-tu-nui-rung-post883873.html