The Music

The strings of Hoa Tràng An resonate with the mesmerizing melodies of traditional music from all corners of Vietnam, painting poetically with the rich cultural palette of their homeland. Though they have performed around the world, this CD represents the first recordings of their music available to a global audience. All tracks were recorded live in one take, and the results are absolutely breathtaking. Features a special guest appearance from Nguyen Ngoc Khánh.

The Artists

The name "Hoa Tràng An" means "Ancient Flower of Hanoi," a fitting moniker for this elegant ensemble of five breathtakingly skilled and passionate young women performing the traditional music of Vietnam.
Hoa Tràng An was founded in 1996 by Thanh Dan, inspired by the deep love for traditional music that she shares with the other members of the ensemble. Since then, they have performed their powerfully feminine arrangements of Vietnamese folk music in China, Thailand, Japan, and Germany, in addition to frequent performances at home in Vietnam.

The Charities

All proceeds from the sale of this CD benefit charitable projects to support the arts and educational and infrastructural programs in Vietnam. For more information on the artists and the charitable projects, visit LotusAndLightning.com.