People's Artist Quang Tho, a famous singer of the wartime artist class, is known for many revolutionary songs expressing pride in his homeland. After more than half a century of singing and teaching, he still maintains his passion for music and contributes to the training of talents such as Dang Duong, Tung Duong, Trong Tan and Khanh Linh.

The songs that made the mark of People's Artist Quang Tho include: We are proud to go up, oh Vietnam, Hanoi, faith and hope, Mountain girl song, Red leaves, Towards Hanoi, Love song, Sailor's feelings...

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People's Artist Quang Tho is still passionate about singing on stage at the age of 76. Photo: Document.

People's Artist Quang Tho revealed his singing talent when he was a mine worker in 1965. From 1971-1972, he and the art troupe served on the Truong Son battlefield and in the South. Later, he became Head of the Vocal Music Department at the Hanoi Conservatory of Music from 2000 until his retirement in 2008.

He won the first Gold Medal in his singing career at the National Singing, Dancing and Music Festival in 1980. After that, he won many Gold Medals at national festivals and major awards in international competitions (first prize at the World Student Singing Competition in Germany; award at the Music Festival in Mongolia). He was awarded the title of Meritorious Artist in 1993 and People's Artist in 2001.

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People's Artist Quang Tho took a photo with Tung Duong and Tan Nhan. Photo: FBNV.

People's Artist Quang Tho shared with VietNamNet that the most valuable thing in his career is to bring his singing to serve people everywhere, to encourage workers, farmers and soldiers on islands. He feels happiest when his singing is deeply engraved in the hearts of Vietnamese people.

In addition to his singing career, People's Artist Quang Tho is always passionate about teaching music, inspiring the younger generation and bringing classical chamber music closer to the audience.

At the age of 76, People's Artist Quang Tho lives happily with his wife Ngoc Thanh and his children and grandchildren. His two sons follow in their father's footsteps.

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At the age of 76, People's Artist Quang Tho has a happy life with his family. Photo: VTV.

In his old age, People's Artist Quang Tho considers health the most important and precious thing. He exercises and practices his voice every day to continue to contribute to the audience.

"I wish to be healthy to continue working, singing, contributing, seeing the growth of students and having fun with my children and colleagues," People's Artist Quang Tho shared with VietNamNet .

Voice of People's Artist Quang Tho:

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People's Artist Quang Tho and Quoc Hung talk about the backstage of the singing competition with many first prizes . People's Artist Quoc Hung said that there hasn't been a chamber music competition for a long time, so students and artists from art troupes, theaters, and schools have had time to accumulate works to bring to the competition.