A Master’s thesis  submitted to the Multimedia Composition Department, University of Music and Drama Hamburg In fulfilment of the Requirements For a Master’s degree September, 2023 Supervised by Prof. Dr. Georg Hajdu and Vlatko Kučan Abstract: The dan bau, a traditional Vietnamese monochord, has a rich history deeply embedded in Vietnamese culture. Despite its historical significance, it has received limited attention in the context of contemporary composition. This thesis seeks to explore … Continue reading EXPLORING THE DAN BAU: A REVIVAL OF A TRADITIONAL VIETNAMESE INSTRUMENT IN A CONTEMPORARY CONTEXT