A meeting that bridges the gap with academic art.

On May 16th, at the Vietnam Literature Museum, the exchange program "Music Changes Lives" brought classical art closer to the public through inspiring stories about the profession.

The program, a collaboration between the Vietnam Literature Museum and pianists Luu Hong Quang and Luu Duc Anh, aims to spread the vitality of classical music .

A journey of arduous training and a commitment to service.

During the program, the audience had the opportunity to listen to the two artists share their stories about how they came to music, from their early days learning to play instruments to their persistent journey in pursuing a professional artistic career.

For artist Luu Hong Quang, his love for music wasn't "love at first sight," but rather nurtured over the years alongside a demanding academic and music education schedule, under the guidance and support of his family.

Artist Luu Hong Quang speaks about his love for classical music. (Photo: Thu Trang)

Having come a long way, he realized that the value of art lies in profound empathy: "The love of music, the depth and understanding of music, understanding its content, has no end. I increasingly want to get closer to and understand music better. Whether I'm 30 or 40, that journey will never end."

Continuing that emotional thread, artist Luu Duc Anh also shared about the sacred connection that helps artists reach the deepest emotions of their works.

"What I've always strived for is to immerse myself in that world of music. For me, one of the greatest things about art is that it equips people with a noble ideal to live by, to be loyal to and accompany until the very end," he said.

The experiences of these two artists have spread a message about the power of music. Classical art not only brings moments of exhilaration under the spotlight, but also quietly shapes character, cultivates discipline and perseverance, and anchors faith in the values ​​of truth, goodness, and beauty in daily life.

The pressures behind the piano keys

Drawing from his experience competing in international arenas, artist Luu Hong Quang believes that each award is not simply an achievement, but also a "boost" for the artist to reflect on their own inner strength.

According to him, competitions are the key to unlocking new doors, helping artists to delve faster and deeper into the vast world of music.

The two artists also candidly shared about the mental barriers they faced at different stages of their lives, from the strict discipline of childhood to the pressures of making a living as adults.

Artist Luu Duc Anh (left) shares about the pressures on his artistic journey. (Photo: Thu Trang)

Artist Luu Duc Anh expressed: “In each stage of life, we all face certain difficulties. When I was young, learning to play the piano prevented me from doing the fun things I liked. Later, when I went abroad to study, I saw how amazing the world out there is.”

Now that I'm more mature, I have to face the pressures of making a living. But the fortunate thing about studying music and studying it seriously is that I've found a life ideal. And luckily, that ideal is beautiful: music.”

In the face of such turning points, the artist's strongest support is fidelity to their core ideals. For the value of serious music lies not only in the art of performance, but also in nurturing the resilience of willpower that enables individuals to steadfastly defend what they believe in.

Connecting the public with academic art.

Concluding a highly emotional exchange, the program realistically portrayed the hidden aspects behind the spotlight.

It is a persistent journey through ups and downs, where the artist keeps the flame of passion alive and imbues genuine emotions into the world of sound.

The two artists received flowers at the meet-and-greet. (Photo: Thu Trang)

When art is told through personal experience and sincerity, classical music is no longer distant but becomes a wonderful emotional bridge.

Classical melodies quietly nurture the soul, opening up moments of silence for people to learn to listen, find balance, and live more deeply amidst the pressures of modern life.

Pianist Luu Hong Quang (born in 1990) is one of Vietnam's outstanding young pianists on the international stage, highly regarded for his solid technique, subtle emotion, and profound performance style. He has performed with many world-renowned orchestras such as the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, orchestras from Florence (Italy), and the Szolnok Symphony Orchestra.

Pianist Luu Duc Anh (born in 1993) holds a Master's degree in Performance from the Royal Conservatory of Liège and is currently a lecturer at the Vietnam National Academy of Music. He co-founded the Maestoso music organization and has won numerous awards at international piano competitions in France, Belgium, Switzerland, and Sweden.

The two artists are brothers born into a family with a tradition in the arts; their father is Associate Professor, Doctor, Meritorious Artist Luu Quang Minh, former Deputy Director of the Vietnam National Academy of Music.

Source: https://baoquocte.vn/cuoc-hen-xoa-nhoa-khoang-cach-voi-nghe-thuat-han-lam-394841.html