by Phally Chroy
What an experience…walking shoulder to shoulder during the water festival in Cambodia’s capital. This is a time when most villagers make their pilgrimage to the city. Among the six million people who were in Phnom Penh, I was just one of the many attending the free concerts near the independent monument. It was very difficult getting around and getting a good view really meant being able to see–anything– from where you stood.
There was a range of music which appealed to the many types of people who packed Phnom Penh for the three-day event. I found myself at the “pop” music area, which was made up of mostly young people including the performers. Overjoyed, the young crowd yelled and flashed their lights in appreciation of the performance.
Just a day earlier, I had the opportunity to go backstage to meet some of the dancers and singers. Here are a few cuts from that meeting:
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