Sacred ideological anchor
In the artistic structure of the program "Vietnam's Sea - A Journey to Green Space," the opening act, "You are the unwavering belief in ultimate victory," transcended its role as an opening performance to fulfill the mission of serving as the ideological foundation for the entire program to unfold the story of the sea, the environment, and the nation's aspirations for development.
At 8 PM on June 5th, 2026, the program "Vietnam's Sea - A Journey to Green Space" will take place at Binh Minh Square, Cua Lo Ward, Nghe An Province. Bringing together artists from many generations, the concert conveys the message: Protecting the environment and preserving the sea and islands is not just a matter for one person alone.
This choice becomes even more significant as the program takes place on June 5th – the 115th anniversary of the departure of the patriotic young man Nguyen Tat Thanh from Nha Rong Wharf, leaving his homeland to seek a path to national salvation. In the history of modern Vietnam, this is an event of special significance. That departure not only opened the way to national liberation but also ushered in a new era in the country's history. From the patriotic young man's aspiration to save the nation, the path to national independence was formed, transforming Vietnam from a state of slavery to an independent, free nation with an increasingly important position on the international stage.
The late General Secretary Le Duan once made a profound observation: "Our nation, our people, our land and country gave birth to President Ho Chi Minh, the great national hero, and it was he who brought glory to our nation, our people, and our land and country." In this dialectical relationship, Ho Chi Minh is both a product of national history and a pioneer for the nation's development in the new era. Therefore, placing the image of Uncle Ho at the beginning of the program is not simply an expression of gratitude to the beloved leader, but also a way of affirming the source of all aspirations for development today.
The program brings together many famous artists such as People's Artist Quoc Hung, Pham Thu Ha, Ho Trung Dung, Duyen Quynh, Bui Le Man, Viet Danh, Thanh Thao, Truong Phuc, Lan Thu, Hoang Hai... along with unique artistic performances about the sea and islands, the environment, and Vietnam's aspiration to reach out to the wider world.
Following the opening remarks was an artistic performance titled "From Motherland." This marked a very tight ideological transition. The image of Ho Chi Minh is the most profound embodiment of Motherland Vietnam. From that land were born people who harbored aspirations for independence, freedom, and the will to protect the nation. From that land also formed love for the homeland, a sense of sovereignty , and responsibility for the nation's future.
In the program's approach, the sea does not appear as an isolated element. The sea is placed within the overall context of the nation. Talking about the sea is, first and foremost, talking about the homeland. Protecting the marine environment is, first and foremost, protecting a sacred part of the nation's territory. Preserving the blue of the ocean is also preserving the conditions for sustainable development for future generations.
Therefore, the segments from "People are the unwavering belief in victory" to "From Motherland" are not merely a continuation of artistic performances. They represent a continuous thread of thought, leading viewers back to the roots of the nation before delving into the story of the sea, islands, environment, and a green future. This connection gives the program depth and affirms that every journey towards the open sea today begins with love for the country and a sense of responsibility towards Vietnam.
The program features People's Artist Do Quoc Hung along with many other young talents. Photo: Provided by the artist .
Personal emotions help the community message last longer.
While the opening and "From Mother Earth" sections have an epic quality, the second chapter – "The Love of the Sea" – conveys the most personal emotions.
Familiar names like Duong Thu, Phu Quang, Trinh Cong Son, and Xuan Quynh appeared there, along with works that have lived in the memories of many generations: "The Sea of Nostalgia and You," "The Boat and the Sea," "The Sea's Words," "The Sea Sings This Afternoon," etc.
Divided into three chapters, this is perhaps the softest part of a national-level event, deliberately chosen by People's Artist Tran Binh. He believes that a national-scale program doesn't necessarily need all its performances to use grandiose melodies. In some segments, People's Artist Tran Binh applied musical sinusoidal patterns to create rich emotional nuances and profound depth of soul through lyrical music. The sea in "From Motherland" is a symbol of national sovereignty, while here, the sea is where people entrust their longing, hope, and anticipation with very personal dialogues. Perhaps the team wanted the audience to realize that protecting the sea is not just about economics or sovereignty; it's also about preserving a part of the spiritual life of the nation as a whole and each individual in particular. Perhaps that's why this chapter also resonates most with the general public.
Beyond the grand messages about the country and the environment, it is the personal emotions that make the program softer and more relatable. And it is these personal feelings that help the community messages last longer.
The concert not only took the audience through a range of emotions but also preserved love for the country and the aspiration to protect its seas and islands. (Illustrative image.)
From pride to emotion, action
Looking at the overall structure of "From Motherland - Love of the Sea - Reaching Out to the Great Ocean," it's clear this is a program construction that is both "calculated and ambitious." It's an emotional journey, but also an intellectual one. In People's Artist Tran Binh's program design, "From Motherland" represents the origins and consciousness of the nation, "Love of the Sea" is where people engage in dialogue with the sea from the heart, and "Reaching Out to the Great Ocean" embodies the aspiration for development, integration, and a green future. And what People's Artist Tran Binh and the program creators hope for is that the audience will move from pride to emotion and then to action.
Therefore, the program's creators didn't want the public to simply listen to the works through memory. They placed familiar songs in a completely new context, hoping that the audience would hear them in today's context – when climate change, marine pollution, and the demand for green development have become global issues – so that the artistic program would evoke a sense of responsibility, not just enjoyment and nostalgia.
Therefore, if the first part of the program leads viewers to the sea with love, the final part leads them to responsibility. And as the program's creators shared, if, upon leaving, the audience carries with them pride in Vietnam's sea and reflects more on their responsibility towards the marine environment, even through the smallest actions, then that would be the greatest success for the program's team.
On the part of the singers, People's Artist Quoc Hung, singers Hoang Viet Danh, Ho Trung Dung, Pham Thu Ha, Bui Le Man, and the dance troupes and dancers all expressed enthusiasm for the concert. "A new way of promoting" was the general comment.
As for singer Viet Danh, he said: “The song ‘In the Distant Islands’ was previously considered a call to love for the sea and islands, depicting the image of a resilient soldier at the forefront of the waves. But today, through the meaningful program of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, I realize a new, deeper meaning. ‘In the Distant Islands’ now not only awakens love for the homeland but also reminds me of my responsibility towards the marine environment. Maintaining sovereignty is not just about protecting land and water, but also about protecting the ecosystem and preserving the blue of the ocean for generations to come.”
I believe that music is the most powerful communication 'weapon'. Every lyric inspires us to act together: For a plastic-free ocean, for a sustainably green Vietnam. We, with love and responsibility, will sing from the heart. And I believe that the words of the heart will inspire action from the heart, so that the Vietnam Sea Journey will be a truly green journey.”
If the first chapter awakened pride, the second retained personal emotions, then the final chapter opened a promise to the future. From Mother Earth to the vast ocean, from love songs to green messages, the concert not only took the audience through a range of emotions but also led them on a journey of awareness. And when the final melodies faded, what remained was not only the image of the Vietnamese sea, but also the question each person asked themselves: what will we do to preserve that greenness for the future?
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