A night of emotionally rich music featuring traditional folk melodies.

VHO - Concluding amidst prolonged applause from the audience, the "Sounds of Vietnam" concert, held on the evening of May 29th at the Grand Concert Hall of the Vietnam National Academy of Music, delivered an emotionally rich artistic experience. Through instrumental and vocal works imbued with national identity, the Vietnam National Orchestra told the story of the country's history, culture, and aspirations through the language of traditional music.

Dr. Do Quoc Hung, People's Artist and Director of the Vietnam National Academy of Music, delivered the opening speech for the program.

In his opening remarks, Dr. Do Quoc Hung, Director of the Vietnam National Academy of Music, emphasized that the "Sounds of Vietnam" concert is a particularly large-scale cultural and artistic event organized by the Traditional Music Department and the Vietnam National Orchestra of the Vietnam National Academy of Music. It marks the 17th anniversary of the founding of the Vietnam National Orchestra (2009-2026) and also looks forward to the 70th anniversary of the founding of the Vietnam National Academy of Music (1956-2026).

Recalling the formation and development of the Vietnam National Traditional Orchestra - Vietnam National Academy of Music, Dr. and People's Artist Do Quoc Hung stated that in 2009, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Tran Chien Thang signed a decision to establish the Vietnam National Traditional Orchestra, with a core group of outstanding artists, lecturers, and students from the Traditional Music Department.

"Traditional folk music is not merely a form of performing art; it is the very soul of the nation, an auditory chronicle recording the journey of development intertwined with the history of struggle, construction, and defense of the country."

Preserving traditional music means preserving the roots and unique cultural identity of the Vietnamese people amidst the currents of global integration and in the new era of national development.

"Today's 'Sounds of Vietnam' program carries a powerful message about the aspiration to preserve, develop, and integrate Vietnamese traditional music into contemporary life in a more profound way, making it more accessible to a wide audience of all ages," emphasized Dr. and People's Artist Do Quoc Hung.

Traditional folk music is not merely a form of performing art; it is the very soul of the nation.

On the "Sounds of Vietnam" stage , the audience can clearly see this "flow" with 130 participating artists, including People's Artists and Meritorious Artists, performing alongside students they themselves trained and taught.

“At the Vietnam National Academy of Music, we are proud to not only create a top-tier performance environment but also to build a systematic training roadmap, so that each student graduates not only masters traditional music knowledge but also understands the values ​​of national culture, confidently spreading the essence of Vietnamese culture to the world ,” affirmed Dr. Do Quoc Hung, People's Artist.

The program is structured as a panoramic portrayal of Vietnam through music.

Meritorious Artist Le Giang performs

People's Artist Co Huy Hung

The 15 works performed represent a "continuous flow" of traditional music in the development journey of national music, closely linked to the history of struggle, construction, and development of the country.

The highlight of the concert was the seamless connection between tradition and contemporary times, between different cultural regions, and between generations of artistic creators.

From the works of veteran composers to creations by young authors, the program has depicted a continuous flow of Vietnamese folk music.

The spirited drum performance of "The Drumbeat of Lac Hong" by artist Thu Ha and the students of the Percussion group.

Through this, the enduring values ​​of traditional music are celebrated, while also demonstrating the strong vitality, adaptability, and continuous development of this art form in the contemporary context.

The audience was truly moved and proud to enjoy the performances. Each sound—sometimes majestic and powerful, sometimes sweet and melodious, sometimes heartfelt and profound—resonated throughout the program like a narrative of Vietnam's history, culture, and soul through the flow of time, leading the audience to touch the depth of their love for their homeland.

The program opened with a spirited drum performance of "Lac Hong Drum" by artist Thu Ha and students from the percussion group. The powerful sounds recreated the nation's journey of building and defending the country, evoking pride and the indomitable spirit of the Vietnamese people.

Next, the "Keeping Spring Alive" zither ensemble, with the participation of 30 artists, painted a beautiful picture of the country, conveying aspirations for peace, happiness, and prosperity.

The national spirit continues to be depicted through the instrumental piece "Ông Gióng" by composer Xuân Khoát. The work celebrates the strength of national unity, patriotism, and the will to fight to protect the homeland, with the image of Saint Gióng becoming an immortal symbol of the aspiration for independence and freedom.

Drawing inspiration from the heroic echoes of history, the program takes viewers on a journey to discover the beauty of Vietnam and its people across diverse cultural regions with works such as "Homeland Melodies ," "Lullaby ," "Vietnamese Fantasy ," " Sending to the South , " " Remembering the River ," " A Unified Nation ," and "A Peaceful Country ."

Through each melody, listeners can sense the diverse beauty of regional cultures, along with the vibrant energy and optimistic spirit of the nation on its journey of development.

The program also made an impression with its combination of instrumental and vocal music. Artists such as Meritorious Artist Tan Nhan, Anh Tho, and Trong Tan delivered emotionally rich performances through the songs "Xa Khoi," " Chiec Khan Pieu, " and " Ho Chi Minh, the Most Beautiful Name," contributing to honoring the homeland, country, and people of Vietnam.

In addition, the audience had the opportunity to enjoy the talents of many soloists playing traditional Vietnamese musical instruments. In particular, the solo performance of the Moon Lute Concerto "Sunrise" by People's Artist Co Huy Hung left a deep impression.

The collaboration between People's Artist Hoa Dang and artist Hai Dang in the work Czardas also brought pleasant surprises, showcasing the rich expressive capabilities of Vietnamese traditional musical instruments.

The duet of the Bau instrument , "Au O Vi Dau," by Meritorious Artists Le Chi and Le Giang, along with the solo performance of the Pipa instrument, "Gui Ve Phuong Nam," by artist Vu Dieu Thao, brought forth profound and richly lyrical emotions.

Through "Sounds of Vietnam ," the Vietnam National Orchestra continues to affirm its role in preserving and developing traditional music on a foundation of contemporary creativity.

Meritorious Artist Tan Nhan performs

The program's success not only contributes to spreading national cultural values ​​and enhancing musical aesthetics within the community, but also affirms the potential contribution of the Vietnam National Academy of Music in building and promoting Vietnamese cultural identity in the era of integration.

Source: https://baovanhoa.vn/nghe-thuat/dem-nhac-giau-cam-xuc-cua-nhung-thanh-am-dan-toc-232927.html