Concert to celebrate 50 years of Vietnam - Germany diplomatic relations

On the evening of October 4, at the Ho Chi Minh City Theater, a special concert by the Hessen State Chamber Orchestra (Germany) took place to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Germany (1975-2025).

Hessen state artists bring Vietnamese audiences sophisticated and emotional classical European melodies.

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The performance program of the Hessen State Chamber Orchestra (Federal Republic of Germany) is jointly organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs , the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City, the representative office of the state of Hessen in Vietnam, the Ho Chi Minh City Theater and the Hanoi Opera House.

Cultural bridge celebrates 50 years of Vietnam - Germany diplomatic relations

Speaking at the program, Mr. Kambiz Ghawami, representative of Hessen state, said that Hessen state and Vietnam have many similarities. Hessen is the oldest state among 16 states of Germany. On September 2, Vietnam celebrated the 80th anniversary of the country's founding. Hessen state will also celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2026 and looks forward to welcoming artists from Vietnam to perform on this occasion.

Dr. Kambiz Ghawami emphasized that this concert in Ho Chi Minh City is part of Hessen State's contribution to the series of events celebrating 50 years of diplomatic relations between Germany and Vietnam. At the same time, he thanked the Government, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam, the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee and agencies and businesses on both sides for their support to make the event a success.

Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra artists perform at the Ho Chi Minh City Opera House

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During the performance, the artists of the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra performed classic works by three composers: Louis Spohr, Ludwig van Beethoven and Felix Mendelssohn. These works are imbued with the spirit of European classical music, reflecting the depth of the German and European musical traditions in general.

Louis Spohr opened with his Double Quartet No. 4 in G minor, Op. 136, which showcased the rich musical dialogue between the instrument groups, representing the creative tradition in Hesse. Next, Ludwig van Beethoven performed his Sextet in E-flat major, Op. 81b, a delicate combination of horn and string quartet, creating a sound that was both powerful and delicate. The final piece was Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy's Octet in E-flat major, Op. 20, which he composed at the age of 16, combining youthful vigor and masterful compositional technique.

The program is a spiritual gift for classical music lovers.

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The Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1929 and is one of the first radio orchestras in Germany. With nearly a century of formation and development, the orchestra has affirmed its position on the music map in Europe and the world, standing out thanks to its excellent wind instruments, powerful strings and energetic performance style. Under the direction of conductor Alain Altinoglu, the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra regularly performs in major music centers in Europe and Asia, and releases many digital products and CDs that are well received by music lovers worldwide.

In the luxurious space of the Ho Chi Minh City Theater, the smooth combination of artists brought the audience an emotional European music feast, both classical and fresh. The concert ended with resounding applause, leaving a deep echo in the hearts of music lovers, and at the same time affirming that music continues to be a strong bridge between Vietnamese and German culture.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/hoa-nhac-ky-niem-50-nam-quan-he-ngoai-giao-viet-duc-185251005004428343.htm