| THE NHI |
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The nhi (or the co) is popular among
several ethnic groups in Vietnam. It also has other names with the
same character. It is a sort of vertical violin with two strings of
braided silk, a long handle, and a sound box covered by a snake skin
membrane. The nhi, with its melodious sounds, can express the subtle mood of a man's soul. Due to its diversified use, the nhi is dispensable in traditional musical orchestras. |
