I. Introduction and history of Dan Bau

Due to its unique sound quality and the capability to play in different tunings and scales, from classical Western music, through Vietnamese folk all the way to various other Asian musical cultures, the Dan Bau is often the first choice for the composers as a leading melody instrument and plays an important position in any kind of program where the melody is put to the front. Therefore, the Dan Bau is an indispensable instrument in the Asia Traditional Orchestra.