“Xam” is known in Vietnam as  folk music usually performed by blind street singers to earn their living. As it originated from the working class and poor people, “Xam” has become an intellectual part of the commoners’ cultural life.

 VietNamNet Bridge – Authorities in the capital city seem to have hit on a win-win plan to promote the nation's folk traditions - encouraging artists to perform at street corners.

VietNamNet Bridge – Respected artisan Ha Thi Cau – who is considered the "living treasure" of the hat xam art – passed away on March 3, 2013, at the age of 86.