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The Dan Bau is basically a single string held taut, anchored to a stick of bamboo at one end which you can bend in order to vary the tension in the string. You play a whole
range of notes on the Dan Bau, by: (1) bending the bamboo to change the tension in the string; (2) playing the harmonics of the string rather than just the fundamental.
"The music of the Dan Bau should be solely for the pleasure of its player.
Don't listen to it if you are a young woman."
This warning, probably coming from vigilant parents wishing to protect their daughters from the emotional appeal of love songs played on this instrument; this gives an idea
of the power and charm of its music. More information:
http://www.tienghatquehuong.com/instruments/DanBau.htm
http://www.thanhcammusic.com/danbau.htm
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