When the journalist sings

At the 2026 Expanded Journalists' Singing Contest, those accustomed to working behind the camera, keyboard, and news reports stepped onto the stage as storytellers through music.

The contestants harmonized in an emotionally charged opening performance. Photo: DO HIEN

Telling stories of work and life through music.

After field trips and continuous reporting hours, the stage becomes a rare moment of quiet where journalists can meet, share, and reveal a different side of themselves. Not everyone is a professional singer, but each performance bears the mark of their profession: keen observation, genuine experience, and glimpses of life that have been captured on the page.

With her performance of "Legend of Mother," journalist Bui Thi Thuy Duong (Elderly People Magazine) not only performed but also recreated her professional memories. A special feature of the performance was the participation of elderly members from Hung Dao ward – individuals she had met during her work. "Being a journalist has allowed me to meet many memorable people. When they stand with me on stage, it no longer feels like work, but like we're sharing stories of life together," she shared, her voice still filled with emotion.

In a different light, journalist A Lăng Ngước ( Da Nang Newspaper, Radio, and Television) chose to tell the story of his father and his hometown. What was previously expressed through news reports and articles is now transferred to music – a more emotionally rich way of expression. “There are things that writing for a newspaper isn’t enough to fully convey. But when I sing, when I let the melody guide me, I feel closer to the listener’s emotions,” he said.

Meanwhile, Captain Vo Thi Huyen Trang, a professional soldier from the Military Broadcasting and Television Center, presented an image of a journalist who also possesses a formal vocal training background from the Military Academy of Culture and Arts. Huyen Trang stated that at the Military Broadcasting and Television Center, many journalists are not only professionally competent but also artistically gifted. Given the opportunity, they can spread positive messages to the public in various ways, not just through news reports or documentaries.

Behind the scenes is the spirit of teamwork.

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[Photo] Finals and awards ceremony of the 2026 Expanded Journalists' Singing ContestOn the evening of June 19th, within the framework of the 2026 National Press Conference, the Final and Award Ceremony of the 2026 Expanded Singing Contest for Journalists, organized by the Vietnam Journalists Association, took place at the Hai Phong City Conference and Performance Center.

Comrades Le Quoc Minh, Member of the Central Committee of the Party, Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Department, Editor-in-Chief of Nhan Dan Newspaper, President of the Vietnam Journalists Association ; and Le Ngoc Chau, Member of the Central Committee of the Party, Secretary of the City Party Committee, Head of the National Assembly Delegation of Hai Phong City, presented the first prize of the 2026 Expanded Journalists' Singing Contest to contestant Doan Thanh Tu (Son La Newspaper and Radio and Television).

More than just a performance, each act is a collaborative effort of the entire team. Reporter Le Thi Thu Hue (Vinh Long Newspaper, Radio, and Television) said that the performance "Hue, My Love" was prepared in a rush, with rehearsals and continuous feedback from the advisory board. According to her, pressure was unavoidable, but thanks to her familiarity with the fast-paced work environment and the spirit of mutual support in journalism, she and her colleagues still collaborated to successfully complete the performance.

For reporter Giàng Thị Thanh (Tuyen Quang Newspaper, Radio and Television), the performance "The Hmong People Thank the Party" was a collaborative effort of many colleagues in the unit. "No matter what position we hold, journalists have to travel a lot, meet many people, and not be afraid of difficulties. It is this camaraderie in our work that helps us easily coordinate both on and off stage," she shared.

From a different perspective, reporter Nguyen Tuan Anh (Hai Phong Newspaper, Radio and Television) sees the festival as a rare opportunity for colleagues from many places to meet outside of work pressure. "After stressful working days, practicing together, singing together, and chatting helps us understand each other better. Many professional stories begin in moments like these," he said.

Composer Nguyen Duc Trinh, President of the Vietnam Musicians Association and Chairman of the Judging Panel, believes that the highlight of the festival lies in the authenticity of each performance. The performances reflect the personal experiences of journalists, from family stories to hometowns and workplaces, creating diversity and relatability.

Among the performances that left a lasting impression at the competition, "The Journalism Profession I Love" (composed by An Hieu), performed by journalist Doan Thanh Tu (Son La Newspaper, Radio and Television), became the highlight of the final night and was awarded first prize.

The song not only has an emotionally rich melody but also conveys the image of journalists with their dedication, responsibility, and pride in their profession. Through the performance, the image of those who wield pens and cameras becomes more relatable – people who are always on the move, always searching for stories and recording the movements of life.

Sharing his thoughts on the performance, journalist Doãn Thanh Tú said he chose "The Journalism Profession I Love" because the song resonates with the journey of journalists. For him, every trip, every person met, every story reflected contributes to his love and attachment to the profession. "Standing on stage, I want to sing not only for myself but also for my colleagues who are dedicated to this work every day. Behind every journalistic work is responsibility, effort, and love for the profession," he shared.

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The audience, who are also journalists, were surprised to see their colleagues appear in a different, more intimate and down-to-earth artistic setting.

The competition ended, and the journalists returned to their familiar work routines: new news reports, new trips, new stories awaiting them. But what remained from that stage was the connection – between colleagues, between people, and between journalism and life in its wider context.

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