Vietnamese-French Nguyen Le is an internationally renown guitarist, composer, arranger, and producer. The New York Times calls him "one of the most creative of the many jazz players exploring the marriage of 'America's classical music' with traditional music from everywhere else." NPR raves about his latest album and performance at the New York GlobalFEST. Nguyen Le has been … [Read more...] about Win Free Tickets to See World Renown Guitarist Nguyen Le
Art & Alcohol: Vietnamese-Japanese Fiber Artist, Recycled Art, and more
What does the world look like through the eyes of a Vietnamese-Japanese fiber artist? Can recycled material really be art, or just junk? In celebration of Asian Pacific Heritage Month, Toast of the Town on May 27 is featuring DVAN and some of the most talented Vietnamese and Asian American artists in the Bay Area. Join us at the ever-so-hip Eve Lounge to celebrate this special … [Read more...] about Art & Alcohol: Vietnamese-Japanese Fiber Artist, Recycled Art, and more
Australian Idol to Sing at ICAN’s Benefit Concert in San Jose, CA
Last year, we told you about Vietnamese-Australian Idol finalist Thanh Bui joining forces with top talents in the movie De Mai Tinh. This Saturday, Thanh Bui will perform next to legendary Vietnamese singers and musicians at the International Children Assistance Network's (ICAN) 9th annual "Hat Cho Tuoi Tho" concert in San Jose, CA. The impressive lineup includes singers Tran … [Read more...] about Australian Idol to Sing at ICAN’s Benefit Concert in San Jose, CA
Community Events and 2011 Tet Festivals
Tet, the Vietnamese celebration of the Lunar New Year, is one of my favorite holidays of the year (second only to Christmas). Tet this year falls on Thursday, February 3. For Vietnamese, 2011 is the year of the cat (other countries that also observe the lunar calendar, like China, Japan, and Thailand among others, observe 2011 as the year of the rabbit.) Vietnamese … [Read more...] about Community Events and 2011 Tet Festivals
Holiday Gift from OneVietnam and Ana Mandara Restaurant in San Francisco
Hello VTP readers and OVN-ers, Thank you for your energy, commitment and patience with OneVietnam in 2010. Your continuing support means a lot to us during this very early stage. To thank you, we asked our advisor Chef Khai Duong at Ana Mandara Restaurant to offer his two favorite dishes to OneVietnam members. Just bring your ticket to the restaurant for a complimentary … [Read more...] about Holiday Gift from OneVietnam and Ana Mandara Restaurant in San Francisco