Singer To Thanh Phuong was moved to receive a gift from the program "Mai Vang Tri An"

(NLDO) - He was moved when he realized the concern of "Mai Vang Tri An" for him, it was the encouragement that helped him overcome his illness.

Mr. Bui Thanh Liem, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Nguoi Lao Dong Newspaper (left cover), presented 10 million VND to the family of singer To Thanh Phuong. Ms. Lam Ngoc Duoc, the singer's wife, on behalf of the family thanked the program "Mai Vang Tri An"

On the morning of May 14, the program "Mai Vang Tri An" organized by Nguoi Lao Dong Newspaper visited and presented a meaningful gift to singer To Thanh Phuong.

Singer To Thanh Phuong, who touched the hearts of many generations of audiences with the song "Song of the Southern Land", had an emotional morning when receiving a meaningful gift from the program "Mai Vang Tri An" organized by Nguoi Lao Dong Newspaper with the support of Nam A Commercial Joint Stock Bank. Mr. Bui Thanh Liem, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Nguoi Lao Dong Newspaper, presented 10 million VND to singer To Thanh Phuong.

Director Thanh Hiep, Deputy Head of Culture - Sports Department of Nguoi Lao Dong Newspaper, General Director of Mai Vang program, visited the family of singer To Thanh Phuong.

He visited, shared and expressed his respect for a singer who contributed to making a mark on traditional music .

Currently, singer To Thanh Phuong's health is facing many difficulties. After a stroke in 2010 and many years of fighting Parkinson's disease, heart valve failure and atherosclerosis, he has had to undergo long-term treatment, has difficulty walking and needs support from relatives in daily activities. Recently, he had another accident due to the effects of medication, which has further weakened his health.

However, his eyes still showed resilience, emotion and gratitude when he was remembered by reporters, artists and audiences. In the moment of receiving the gift of gratitude, To Thanh Phuong emotionally said:

"I can no longer sing like before, but my heart is still attached to the stage, to the sound of the instrument and the songs. Today's gift is not only material, but also a great source of spiritual encouragement that makes me feel that I am still loved and appreciated."

The program "Mai Vang Tri An" is one of the continuous activities to honor artists who have contributed to the country's art but are facing difficult circumstances in life. More than 800 artists nationwide in many fields have been visited and given gifts by the program. Visiting and timely supporting singer To Thanh Phuong is a practical goal, with profound humanistic meaning and a bridge connecting artists and the public that "Mai Vang Tri An" always aims for.

Singer To Thanh Phuong is a prominent figure in the lyrical, traditional revolutionary music genre. He won the National Gold Medal for Professional Music and Dance in 1985, and successfully performed many songs such as: "Battalion 307", "Ngau hung ly qua cau", "Dat que ta vong mong"... In particular, his warm, sincere voice through the song "Bai ca dat phuong nam" has entered people's hearts as a symbol of Southern music.

The meeting on the morning of May 14 ended in a warm and affectionate atmosphere. The affection from colleagues, fans and the press is a precious gift that gives strength to the artist who has devoted his life to music.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/ca-si-to-thanh-phuong-xuc-dong-don-nhan-mon-qua-tu-chuong-trinh-mai-vang-tri-an-196250514103145754.htm