{"product_id":"phach-tre-vietnamese-bamboo-clappers-canh-traditional-vietnamese-small-brass-gong","title":"Phach Tre (Vietnamese Bamboo Clappers) \u0026 Canh (Traditional Vietnamese Small Brass Gong)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the distinctive sound and cultural heritage of traditional Vietnamese music with this unique combination of Phach Tre (Vietnamese Bamboo Clappers) and Canh (Traditional Vietnamese Small Brass Gong).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width: 800px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n    \u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/b347773c689e4dcbb2b7123e9a9c78fe.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\n    Your browser does not support the video tag.\n  \u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese two traditional percussion instruments represent different but complementary aspects of Vietnamese musical culture. Phach Tre is particularly associated with the refined vocal tradition of Ca Tru (Vietnamese Traditional Vocal Music), while Canh appears in several traditional musical, theatrical, and ceremonial settings, including Chau Van (Vietnamese Ritual and Spiritual Music), Cheo (Vietnamese Traditional Folk Theater), traditional ceremonial ensembles, and Buddhist or temple music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than simple percussion instruments, Phach Tre and Canh offer a way to explore how rhythm, poetry, singing, ceremony, craftsmanship, and traditional performance come together in Vietnamese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePhach Tre (Vietnamese Bamboo Clappers)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhach Tre (Vietnamese Bamboo Clappers) is a traditional percussion instrument of the Vietnamese\/Kinh people.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/ok44.png?v=1789463249\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt belongs to the family of idiophones, meaning that the instrument produces sound through the vibration of its own material when struck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe word Phach is closely connected with rhythm in Vietnamese traditional music. However, Phach is much more than a simple timekeeper. Depending on the musical tradition, the performer can use different striking patterns, accents, pauses, and changes in intensity to participate actively in the musical expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent forms of Phach and related clapper instruments can be found throughout Vietnamese traditional music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, related rhythmic instruments are used in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHat Xam (Vietnamese Traditional Folk Singing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCai Luong (Vietnamese Southern Traditional Opera)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon Ca Tai Tu (Southern Vietnamese Traditional Chamber Music)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCa Hue (Traditional Music of Hue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuong (Vietnamese Classical Theater)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReligious and ceremonial music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional folk performances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCa Tru (Vietnamese Traditional Vocal Music)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Phach Tre presented here is particularly connected with Ca Tru, one of Vietnam's most sophisticated traditional vocal arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePhach Tre in Ca Tru (Vietnamese Traditional Vocal Music)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCa Tru is a refined Vietnamese traditional art that combines poetry, singing, rhythm, instrumental accompaniment, vocal technique, and literary interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional Ca Tru performance may feature a female singer known as the Dao Nuong (Ca Tru Female Singer), accompanied by the Dan Day (Vietnamese Long-Necked Lute) and rhythmic instruments such as Phach (Traditional Vietnamese Rhythm Clappers) and Trong Chau (Ca Tru Ceremonial Drum).\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/1788855230089_1989997525281633212_2542806283316240232_ed97e733bca7572be553f37544c4963f.jpg?v=1788857686\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne fascinating characteristic of Ca Tru is that the performance traditionally emphasizes listening rather than visual spectacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dao Nuong may remain seated for much of the performance. Her voice, the poetry, the rhythm of the Phach, and the sound of the accompanying instruments create a highly detailed musical conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is why Phach plays such an important role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does not simply tell the singer where the beat is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt interacts with the voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt emphasizes phrases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt creates accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt provides pauses and rhythmic changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this sense, the Phach can almost be understood as another voice of the singer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Traditional Ca Tru Phach\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional Phach used in Ca Tru is more complex than it may initially appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional Ca Tru Phach arrangement includes several components:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBan Phach (Phach Clapper Board)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo flat Phach (Bamboo Clapper Pieces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTay Ba (Traditional Wooden Striker)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tay Ba is traditionally made from jackfruit wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ban Phach is traditionally around 30 cm long and 4 cm wide, although dimensions may vary depending on the maker and individual instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach component can produce a different type of sound.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/ok55.png?v=1789463248\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy controlling where and how the pieces are struck, the performer can create contrasting tones, accents, and rhythmic patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is what makes the instrument so interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat appears to be a simple collection of bamboo and wood can become a sophisticated rhythmic instrument in the hands of an experienced performer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Than a Timekeeper\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Phach should not be thought of simply as a Vietnamese version of a metronome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Ca Tru, rhythm is closely connected with the poetry and the singer's interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA skilled Dao Nuong may vary the rhythmic expression according to the structure and meaning of the poem, her breathing, the melody, and her own artistic interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Ca Tru performance contains several principal rhythmic patterns or sections, and these can be developed and varied by the performer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a subtle relationship between:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoetry → Voice → Breath → Phach → Melody → Emotion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis relationship is one of the most remarkable aspects of Ca Tru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rhythm is not simply running underneath the song.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt becomes part of the expression of the song itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Art of the Ca Tru Singer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Phach also means understanding the highly developed vocal techniques of Ca Tru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Ca Tru singing requires controlled breathing, precise vocal production, subtle ornamentation, and a deep understanding of Vietnamese poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional vocal techniques include terms such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo Hot (a distinctive Ca Tru vocal ornament)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSang Hoi (a traditional controlled vocal transition)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo Con Kien (a traditional Ca Tru vocal technique)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControlled breathing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully controlled vocal tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed interpretation of poetry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese techniques allow the Dao Nuong to create subtle changes in the voice that may be difficult for someone unfamiliar with Vietnamese traditional singing to recognize at first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Phach works together with these vocal techniques.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/1788855229982_1989997525281633212_2542806283316240232_e5a477a16a44da1a39077fac47d5866f.jpg?v=1788857687\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe singer and the rhythmic instrument are therefore not separate elements. They form part of the same musical expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePoetry, Rhythm and Silence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCa Tru is deeply connected with Vietnamese poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe words are not simply placed on top of a melody. The singer interprets the poetry through pronunciation, breathing, vocal tone, rhythm, and musical phrasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Phach helps shape this interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pause can create tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light strike can soften a phrase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stronger accent can emphasize an important word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA change in rhythmic pattern can alter the feeling of an entire passage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is why the Phach is such an important part of Ca Tru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt helps transform written poetry into a living musical performance.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/1788855229886_1989997525281633212_2542806283316240232_d0098dc35a4625a7ee55a63f71d6f7de.jpg?v=1788857686\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Traditional Symbolic Interpretation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrasting shapes and striking elements of the traditional Phach have sometimes been interpreted symbolically through ideas of balance and complementary forces, including Am Duong (Yin and Yang).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can be appreciated as part of the broader philosophical and cultural context surrounding traditional Vietnamese music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, this symbolic interpretation should not be understood as a single universally documented historical explanation for the construction of every Phach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat can be clearly appreciated is the practical musical purpose of the different components: they allow the performer to create contrasting sounds, accents, and rhythmic expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCanh (Traditional Vietnamese Small Brass Gong)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second instrument in this combination is Canh (Traditional Vietnamese Small Brass Gong).\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/ok33.png?v=1789463056\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanh is a traditional self-sounding percussion instrument associated with Vietnamese\/Kinh musical culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is traditionally made from brass and produces a bright, clear, ringing metallic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small Canh is typically around 10 cm (approximately 4 inches) in diameter, although the exact size may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, it is struck with a small bamboo beater with a natural bamboo node.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen struck, the brass surface produces a bright and resonant sound that can be clearly heard within a traditional ensemble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Sound of Canh\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sound of Canh is very different from the dry, crisp character of Phach Tre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhach Tre provides rhythmic articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanh provides a bright metallic resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts sound can be described as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear – Bright – High – Ringing – Resonant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives Canh a distinctive role in traditional Vietnamese music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts sound can provide a sharp musical accent or ceremonial punctuation within an ensemble.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/ok22.png?v=1789463056\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast between bamboo and brass is also part of the charm of this combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne instrument produces a crisp rhythmic sound from natural bamboo and wood, while the other produces a ringing metallic tone from brass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCanh in Vietnamese Traditional Music\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanh can be encountered in several Vietnamese traditional musical and ceremonial contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is associated with settings such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChau Van (Vietnamese Ritual and Spiritual Music)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheo (Vietnamese Traditional Folk Theater)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDan Bat Am (Traditional Vietnamese Eight-Instrument Ensemble)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNhac Le (Vietnamese Ceremonial Music)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNhac Chua (Vietnamese Buddhist and Temple Music)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther traditional cultural and ceremonial performances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact role of Canh can vary depending on the musical genre, ensemble, and performance setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn these contexts, small metallic percussion instruments can provide rhythmic accents and bright sonic punctuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePhach Tre \u0026amp; Canh – Two Materials, Two Musical Voices\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most interesting aspects of this combination is the contrast between the two instruments.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/2_70345c41-93bc-4154-93cf-90f6057cfe6a.png?v=1788339826\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhach Tre (Vietnamese Bamboo Clappers) is primarily made from bamboo and wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts sound is crisp, dry, warm, and sharply articulated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanh (Traditional Vietnamese Small Brass Gong) is made from brass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts sound is bright, metallic, ringing, and resonant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, they demonstrate two very different approaches to traditional percussion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhach emphasizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhythm – Timing – Accent – Articulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanh emphasizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResonance – Brightness – Ringing Tone – Musical Accent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis contrast shows how Vietnamese traditional musicians can create a surprisingly rich musical palette from simple natural materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Are Phach Tre and Canh Important to Vietnamese Culture?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVietnamese traditional musical instruments are not simply objects used to make sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are connected with poetry, theater, ritual, religion, social gatherings, storytelling, and cultural traditions.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/4_b4a5daed-6236-4b26-ad8e-a078ca226333.png?v=1788339827\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Phach cannot be fully understood without understanding Ca Tru and the relationship between poetry, singing, rhythm, and literary culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanh, meanwhile, belongs to a broader world of Vietnamese traditional ensembles, theatrical performances, ceremonial music, and spiritual traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Western collectors and world music enthusiasts, these instruments provide an opportunity to discover a musical culture that may be very different from the familiar European or American percussion traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are small instruments, but they carry a much larger cultural story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Piece of Vietnamese Musical Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVietnamese musicians have developed sophisticated musical traditions using materials such as bamboo, wood, brass, bronze, and other natural materials.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/1788855229783_1989997525281633212_2542806283316240232_e4b7c31b941f35feeeda4e4a2fac6f20.jpg?v=1788857685\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beauty of these instruments often comes from the relationship between the material and the performer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA piece of bamboo can become an expressive rhythmic instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small brass gong can produce a ringing sound that seems surprisingly large for its size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the hands of an experienced musician, these simple objects become musical voices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is particularly true of the Phach in Ca Tru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the instrument may look simple, mastering its rhythmic possibilities requires listening, coordination, practice, and a deep understanding of the music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Will Enjoy These Vietnamese Instruments?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Phach Tre + Canh combination is especially interesting for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of Vietnamese musical instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorld music enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional percussion players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsian musical instrument collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEthnomusicology students and researchers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultural historians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseums and educational institutions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeachers introducing students to world music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusicians interested in unusual percussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople interested in Vietnamese culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of Southeast Asian folk instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can also be displayed as cultural and educational objects for people interested in the history and musical traditions of Vietnam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product contains two traditional Vietnamese percussion instruments:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhach Tre (Vietnamese Bamboo Clappers)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditional Vietnamese bamboo clappers particularly associated with Ca Tru (Vietnamese Traditional Vocal Music) and Hat A Dao (Traditional Vietnamese Female-Singer Performance), as well as other Vietnamese musical traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCanh (Traditional Vietnamese Small Brass Gong)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA traditional Vietnamese small brass gong, approximately 10 cm \/ 4 inches in diameter, producing a bright, clear, and resonant metallic sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eImportant: This product contains Phach Tre and Canh only. It does not include Tiu.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiscover Vietnamese Musical Culture with vietcraft.art\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt vietcraft.art, we believe traditional Vietnamese objects should be more than products on a screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece carries a story about Vietnam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Phach Tre (Vietnamese Bamboo Clappers) tells the story of poetry, singing, rhythm, and the refined musical tradition of Ca Tru.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/ok44.png?v=1789463249\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Canh (Traditional Vietnamese Small Brass Gong) tells another story — one of brass percussion, traditional ensembles, theater, ceremonial music, and the distinctive sound world of Vietnamese culture.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/ok11.png?v=1789463056\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone discovering Vietnam for the first time, these instruments offer a fascinating introduction to Vietnamese traditional music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors who already appreciate Vietnamese culture, they can become meaningful additions to a collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor musicians, teachers, researchers, and world music enthusiasts, they offer an opportunity to explore the sound, construction, and cultural background of traditional Vietnamese percussion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring a small piece of Vietnamese musical heritage into your collection with Phach Tre and Canh from vietcraft.art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phach Tre (Vietnamese Bamboo Clappers) + Canh (Traditional Vietnamese Small Brass Gong)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vietnam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultural tradition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vietnamese \/ Kinh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Vietnamese percussion instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhach material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bamboo and wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCanh material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCanh diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10 cm \/ 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhach associated with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ca Tru and other Vietnamese traditional music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCanh associated with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chau Van, Cheo, Dan Bat Am and ceremonial music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp bamboo rhythm + bright, ringing brass tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e World music collectors, musicians, cultural enthusiasts, educators, museums and ethnomusicology collections\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/1789460152097_1989997525281633212_2542806283316240232_1118551793f1979f10da40f06a8a64b0.jpg?v=1789463056\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Cultural Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Vietnamese instruments may have different names, forms, playing techniques, and functions depending on the musical genre, region, historical period, and ensemble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe information above focuses particularly on Phach used in Ca Tru and Canh as a traditional Vietnamese small brass gong.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/1788855230089_1989997525281633212_2542806283316240232_ed97e733bca7572be553f37544c4963f.jpg?v=1788857686\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is offered as a traditional musical instrument and cultural collectible representing Vietnamese musical heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the sound, rhythm, poetry, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage of Vietnam with vietcraft.art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vietcraft.art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54103548395704,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/0326\/7512\/files\/1789460151950_1989997525281633212_2542806283316240232_e5c449b0dfce4e26f588e7c0a430f280.jpg?v=1789463056","url":"https:\/\/vietcraft.art\/products\/phach-tre-vietnamese-bamboo-clappers-canh-traditional-vietnamese-small-brass-gong","provider":"Vietcraft.art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}