Vietnamese Moon Lute – Traditional Vietnamese Instrument with Mother of Pearl Inlay for Beginners Vietnamese Moon Lute – Traditional Vietnamese Instrument with Mother of Pearl Inlay for Beginners
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Vietnamese Moon Lute – Traditional Vietnamese Instrument with Mother of Pearl Inlay for Beginners
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
🔹 Product Structure:
- Moon lute face: Made of paulownia wood for a warm sound.
- Lute body: Crafted from natural woods like acacia and jackfruit, carefully dried to prevent termites.
- Bridge: Natural wood.
- Fretboard: Made from aged bamboo.
- Strings: High-quality nylon, common for moon lute playing.
The sound produced is resonant, bright, and well-suited for beginners getting familiar with this instrument.
Dimensions:
- Overall length: About 100 cm
- Diameter of the lute face: About 35-40 cm
- Neck length: About 70 cm
Uses:
- Traditional music performance: The moon lute is an essential instrument in traditional Vietnamese music, especially in classical performances.
- Learning: Ideal for students learning traditional Vietnamese music, particularly the moon lute.
- Decoration: In addition to playing music, the moon lute can also be used as a decorative piece, enhancing the artistic vibe of a space.
About the Moon Lute:
The moon lute has been widely used in both folk and classical Vietnamese music since the 11th century. It remains a significant instrument in Vietnamese musical culture today. With two strings, it belongs to the plucked string instrument family. It is also known as the "dan kim" or "quân tử cầm," with its name "moon lute" deriving from the round shape of its body, reminiscent of the moon.
The moon lute is known for its bright and cheerful tones, making it ideal for expressing deep emotions. Its sound range spans more than two octaves, from C1 to D3, with additional notes achievable through string bending techniques. It produces warm, resonant tones in the lower registers, vibrant and clear sounds in the mid-range, and sharp but less resonant tones in the higher registers.
Playing Positions and Techniques:
- Seated position: There are three main sitting positions when playing the moon lute, all designed for comfort and stability.
- Standing position: Less common but used when walking while playing.
- Right hand techniques: Various plucking and strumming techniques are used, such as alternating plucks, fast trills, and special effects like muting or creating harmonic overtones.
The moon lute is an iconic instrument in Vietnamese culture, frequently used in northern "Hát Chèo," central "Ca Huế," and southern "Tài Tử" and "Cải Lương" performances, as well as in other traditional orchestras.
Vietnamese Moon Lute – Traditional Vietnamese Instrument with Mother of Pearl Inlay for Beginners
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
🔹 Product Structure:
- Moon lute face: Made of paulownia wood for a warm sound.
- Lute body: Crafted from natural woods like acacia and jackfruit, carefully dried to prevent termites.
- Bridge: Natural wood.
- Fretboard: Made from aged bamboo.
- Strings: High-quality nylon, common for moon lute playing.
The sound produced is resonant, bright, and well-suited for beginners getting familiar with this instrument.
Dimensions:
- Overall length: About 100 cm
- Diameter of the lute face: About 35-40 cm
- Neck length: About 70 cm
Uses:
- Traditional music performance: The moon lute is an essential instrument in traditional Vietnamese music, especially in classical performances.
- Learning: Ideal for students learning traditional Vietnamese music, particularly the moon lute.
- Decoration: In addition to playing music, the moon lute can also be used as a decorative piece, enhancing the artistic vibe of a space.
About the Moon Lute:
The moon lute has been widely used in both folk and classical Vietnamese music since the 11th century. It remains a significant instrument in Vietnamese musical culture today. With two strings, it belongs to the plucked string instrument family. It is also known as the "dan kim" or "quân tử cầm," with its name "moon lute" deriving from the round shape of its body, reminiscent of the moon.
The moon lute is known for its bright and cheerful tones, making it ideal for expressing deep emotions. Its sound range spans more than two octaves, from C1 to D3, with additional notes achievable through string bending techniques. It produces warm, resonant tones in the lower registers, vibrant and clear sounds in the mid-range, and sharp but less resonant tones in the higher registers.
Playing Positions and Techniques:
- Seated position: There are three main sitting positions when playing the moon lute, all designed for comfort and stability.
- Standing position: Less common but used when walking while playing.
- Right hand techniques: Various plucking and strumming techniques are used, such as alternating plucks, fast trills, and special effects like muting or creating harmonic overtones.
The moon lute is an iconic instrument in Vietnamese culture, frequently used in northern "Hát Chèo," central "Ca Huế," and southern "Tài Tử" and "Cải Lương" performances, as well as in other traditional orchestras.
Returns Policy
You may return or exchange most new, unused items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.
If the return is due to our error (for example, you received an incorrect or defective item), Vietnamese Book & Craft will cover all return shipping costs.
You can expect to receive your refund within four weeks after sending your package back, although in many cases you’ll receive it sooner. This period includes:
- 5–10 business days for the package to reach us,
- 3–5 business days for us to process your return,
- and 5–10 business days for your bank to finalize the refund.
To request a return, simply log into your account, view your order under the “My Orders” section, and click the “Request Return” button. We’ll notify you by email once your refund has been processed.
Shipping
We ship worldwide. Please note that some products may have shipping restrictions depending on destination regulations or carrier limitations.
When you place an order, we’ll estimate shipping and delivery times based on product availability and the shipping method you choose. Estimated delivery details will appear during checkout.
Shipping rates are weight-based. The weight of each item can be found on its product page, and all weights are rounded up according to the policies of our shipping partners.
Returns Policy
You may return or exchange most new, unused items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.
If the return is due to our error (for example, you received an incorrect or defective item), Vietnamese Book & Craft will cover all return shipping costs.
You can expect to receive your refund within four weeks after sending your package back, although in many cases you’ll receive it sooner. This period includes:
- 5–10 business days for the package to reach us,
- 3–5 business days for us to process your return,
- and 5–10 business days for your bank to finalize the refund.
To request a return, simply log into your account, view your order under the “My Orders” section, and click the “Request Return” button. We’ll notify you by email once your refund has been processed.
Shipping
We ship worldwide. Please note that some products may have shipping restrictions depending on destination regulations or carrier limitations.
When you place an order, we’ll estimate shipping and delivery times based on product availability and the shipping method you choose. Estimated delivery details will appear during checkout.
Shipping rates are weight-based. The weight of each item can be found on its product page, and all weights are rounded up according to the policies of our shipping partners.
