A symphony of love and peace

VHO - The "Legend of Mother" music night, held on the evening of June 20th in Dong Hoi ward (Quang Tri province), not only commemorated the 25th anniversary of the death of musician Trinh Cong Son but also honored the image of the mother – a symbol of love, sacrifice, and the aspiration for peace – through timeless melodies.

The Trinh Cong Son music night "Legend of Mother" took place on the evening of June 20th at Bao Ninh Square as part of the 2026 Peace Festival.

From Mother to Peace

The highlight of the program lies in the choice of the mother figure as the central theme. In Trinh Cong Son's music , the mother not only appears with sacred maternal love but also embodies the image of the homeland and the nation that has endured so much suffering and loss.

The program was designed to pay tribute to the image of Vietnamese mothers during the war, symbols of sacrifice, compassion, and extraordinary resilience. At the same time, the concert also honored the image of Motherland, Mother Nation, as the source of love, solidarity, and the enduring vitality of the Vietnamese people.

The image of the mother in the emotionally rich stage setting evokes familiar memories of homeland, family, and the sacred bond of motherhood in Trinh Cong Son's music.

The program's structure comprises three artistic chapters: "Mother in the Realm of Memory," "Embrace of Love," and "Aspiration for Peace – Let's Love Each Other." From war memories to messages of empathy, altruism, and reconciliation, each performance contributes to highlighting the humanistic values ​​that are the red thread running through Trinh Cong Son's works.

Ms. Nguyen Thi Lan, 72 years old, residing in Dong Hoi ward, shared: She has listened to Trinh Cong Son's music since her youth and is always moved whenever she hears songs written about mothers. According to her, these melodies not only evoke memories of a bygone era but also remind today's generation to appreciate the silent sacrifices of Vietnamese mothers.

"Having witnessed much of the loss caused by war, I deeply appreciate the lyrics about peace in Trinh Cong Son's music. Every time I listen to those songs, I always think of the image of the mothers who silently endured suffering so that the country could have a peaceful life today," Ms. Lan shared.

Melodies about mother and homeland are reinterpreted through contemporary art, bringing audiences back to enduring human values ​​that transcend time.

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The enduring power of Trinh Cong Son's music

What is special about Trinh Cong Son's music is that, even after many decades, his songs still resonate with generations of listeners. His philosophies about love, sharing, and compassion remain relevant in contemporary life.

Mr. Tran Minh Hai, a teacher in Dong Hoi ward, believes that the appeal of Trinh Cong Son's music lies in its intellectual depth and its ability to connect people. According to him, when these works are performed in the atmosphere of the Festival for Peace, the message of love and reconciliation becomes even clearer.

"Trịnh Công Sơn's music doesn't incite hatred but guides people towards tolerance. That's also why those songs are still well-received by the public, because in any era, people need love and compassion," Mr. Hai said.

Amidst the richly narrative stage setting, the saxophone playing of artist Tran Manh Tuan contributed to portraying the message of love and peace that the program aimed for.

Not only those who have been attached to Trinh Cong Son's music for many years, but also today's younger audience finds resonance in the poetic lyrics. Many young people come to Trinh Cong Son's music through new arrangements but are still captivated by the humanistic messages that the works convey.

Nguyen Thu Ha, a student at Quang Binh University, said that what she loves about Trinh Cong Son's music is the profound reflections on humanity and life conveyed in each lyric. For Ha, the image of the mother in Trinh Cong Son's compositions always brings a feeling of closeness, sacredness, and rich emotion.

"I think that no matter the age, people can find a part of themselves in Trinh Cong Son's music. Those songs make listeners slow down, learn to love more, and appreciate the simple things around them," Ha shared.

The "Legend of Mother" stage is built in an epic-narrative format, telling a story of love, sacrifice, and the yearning for peace through the music of Trịnh Công Sơn.

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From the image of a mother to the yearning for peace, from war memories to messages of goodness for today, "Legend of Mother" is not simply a memorial concert. It is also a journey back to enduring human values, where music continues to connect generations through love, sharing, and faith in a harmonious future.

The Trinh Cong Son music night "Legend of Mother" took place on the evening of June 20th at Bao Ninh Square (Dong Hoi Ward, Quang Tri Province), organized by the Quang Tri Provincial People's Committee in coordination with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the family of musician Trinh Cong Son, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of his death.

The program featured many representative songs related to the themes of peace, love, and the human condition. Through his deeply humanistic music, the performance contributed to spreading the message of love, sharing, and the aspiration for lasting peace, in line with the spirit of the 2026 Peace Festival.

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