Folk performance competition of ethnic groups opens in Quang Ngai province
(VOVWORLD) - A folk performance competition of ethnic groups opened on Thursday in Quang Ngai province with artists and artisans from 24 provinces and cities competing in cuisine events, performing folk songs and dances, playing musical instruments, and showcasing traditional costumes.
 Leaders of Quang Ngai province and the Department of Grassroots Culture of the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism present flowers to representatives of 24 competing teams. (Photo: VOV) |
Mr. Nguyen Quoc Huy, Deputy Director of the Department of Grassroots Culture of the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, said Vietnam's rich treasure of tangible and intangible cultural heritages is a precious resource which requires today's generations to preserve and promote it.
“This is an opportunity for artisans and artists to meet and share their experience in the performing arts, highlight creativity, and inspire love for Vietnam’s cultural heritage. The participants have brought to the festival exciting performances of various art forms from ethnic groups in different parts of Vietnam,” said Huy.