141 artistes receive Royal Order award from King

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King Norodom Sihamoni has awarded 141 artistes with the Royal Order for their contribution to the promotion of Cambodian culture through the arts.

The award was given to the artists in response to a request from Prime Minister Hun Sen.

 

Among them were several artistes who practice Chapei Dang Veng, a musical tradition closely associated with the life, customs and beliefs of the Cambodian people. It features the two-stringed, long-necked guitar that is usually plucked and accompanied by singing.

 

Pich Sarath, director of the community living Chapei, said: “My family was very surprised when we heard that King Norodom Sihamoni had awarded 141 artistes the Royal Order, especially when I learned that I am one of the awardees.” There are also some famous Chapei Dang Veng elder artistes such as Master Kong Nay and Prum Phalla, who are considered outstanding at chapei, among the awardees.

 

 

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