Sen Village Singing – Melody of Gratitude and Pride

Nghe An Newspaper recorded the feelings of some artists, actors, and staff participating in the Festival:

People's Artist Pham Ngoc Khoi - Vice President of Vietnam Musicians Association, member of the Jury: "The Lotus Village Singing Festival has a profound artistic mark"

Sharing by People's Artist Pham Ngoc Khoi - Vice President of Vietnam Musicians Association. Video : Minh Quan

After a long time, the re-organization of the National Lotus Village Singing Festival is an extremely necessary and meaningful artistic, political and cultural activity. This is not only an occasion to remember and pay tribute to the beloved leader, but also an opportunity for artists and mass art troupes across the country to gather and spread the profound humanistic values of Ho Chi Minh's ideology, morality and style through songs and singing.

At this festival, I noticed that the artistic quality of the works and performances of the mass art troupes was more professional than in previous festivals. The works were not only seriously invested in but also demonstrated the creativity, enthusiasm and deep gratitude of the artists towards Him. What is valuable is that many of the works carry profound messages, arousing national pride, love for the homeland and the desire to contribute of the people.

A performance at the National "Sen Village Singing Festival" in 2025. Photo: Minh Quan

A highlight of this festival is the diversity in performance style and content, reflecting the richness of cultural life in the regions. From the vast Central Highlands, the majestic Northwest, to the river delta, each art troupe brings its own unique characteristics - from music, dance to costumes - creating a colorful artistic picture of national culture. It is this diversity that creates the unique identity of the festival, expressing the harmony between tradition and creativity, between personal feelings and national spirit.

I highly appreciated many performances with excellent artistic quality, especially the solo dances and instrumental solos – where the artists fully expressed their talent, emotions and attachment to the image of Uncle Ho. The serious investment in every detail, from staging to expression, created memorable, lingering moments on stage.

In addition, we cannot fail to mention the contributions of the organizers, sponsors, and those who have silently supported this meaningful artistic activity. They are the ones who have given the artists, especially non-professional artists, the opportunity to express their talents and convey their feelings to beloved Uncle Ho and the public nationwide.

What I have high expectations for is the strong presence of the young generation in this year’s festival. They not only continue the tradition, but also bring new ways of expression, close to the breath of modern life. Despite their creativity, the young people still maintain the depth of their emotions, humanistic spirit and love for Uncle Ho. That is a testament to the inheritance and sustainable development of the Vietnamese revolutionary art stream.

Actor Dang Duong Phat (Long An Province Mass Art Troupe): "Offering Him my whole heart of gratitude"

Sharing by actor Dang Duong Phat (Long An Province Mass Art Troupe).

As an actor of the Long An Province Mass Art Troupe, I feel extremely honored and proud to participate in the Lotus Village Singing Festival and the National Lotus Village Festival in 2025 - an artistic event of profound significance, dedicated to the beloved Father of the nation. Standing on the stage of Uncle Ho's hometown, singing emotional melodies, I feel like I am offering Him my whole heart of gratitude, love and steadfast faith.

At this festival, we bring songs and dances imbued with the identity of the South and hope that through those lyrics and voices, we can introduce to friends across the country the unique, rich and proud cultural features of our homeland.

Not only is it an occasion to perform, the festival is also a precious opportunity for me to visit sacred historical sites such as Kim Lien relic site - Uncle Ho's hometown, or Dong Loc T-junction - a place that marks the heroic sacrifices of the young generation during the war. Those trips made me understand and appreciate the value of peace, independence and freedom even more, and aroused in me a strong belief in the revolutionary path that Uncle Ho and our Party have chosen. I vow to continue on that path, using my singing to contribute to spreading the spirit of patriotism, belief and aspiration to build my homeland and country to become more and more beautiful.

Singer Pham Thanh Loan (Quang Ngai Province Mass Art Troupe): "I feel moved and emotional when I can sing on this sacred occasion"

Sharing by Singer Pham Thanh Loan (Quang Ngai Province Mass Art Troupe), Video: Minh Quan

This is the first time I have participated in the Lotus Village Singing Festival, and it is very special that this year's festival takes place in the historic month of May, on the occasion of the 135th birthday anniversary of the great President Ho Chi Minh. Therefore, my feelings are very special - both emotional, touched, and proud to contribute my voice to this sacred occasion. Coming to the festival, our group has made careful preparations very early - from the staging, program rehearsal, to taking care of the health and spirit of the artists and actors. Before entering the competition, we also had the opportunity to visit Uncle Ho's hometown - Sen Village - a place with a very simple and familiar setting, and listen to touching stories about his life and personality.

At this festival, the Quang Ngai troupe brought performances praising the glorious Party, praising beloved Uncle Ho and praising the homeland that is changing day by day. With the spirit of exchange and learning, I always keep in mind Uncle Ho's teaching: " Culture and art are also a front. You are soldiers on that front". I hope that spirit will be widely spread at the festival and I wish all artists and actors from all over the country will have excellent performances, leaving a deep impression in the hearts of the audience.

Mr. Pham Ngoc Thuan - Director of Ninh Binh Provincial Cultural Center: "The Lotus Village Festival and the National Lotus Village Singing Performance leave deep impressions and unforgettable emotions"

Sharing by Mr. Pham Ngoc Thuan - Director of Ninh Binh Provincial Cultural Center. Video: Minh Quan

Coming to the National Lotus Village Singing Festival this year, the Ninh Binh Province mass art troupe brought many carefully prepared performances. In addition to familiar songs praising beloved Uncle Ho, we specially introduced the Xam singing performance with new lyrics composed by the artists in the troupe, expressing sincere feelings and respect for Uncle Ho. In addition, the song " Ninh Binh misses Uncle Ho" with its own unique colors of the ancient capital is also the highlight of the program, evoking deep emotions about Uncle Ho's visit to Ninh Binh.

Within the framework of this year’s Lotus Village Festival, we are extremely honored to attend the opening ceremony – an event that is organized on a large scale, magnificently and emotionally. In addition, the artists and actors in the troupe also have the opportunity to experience many unique cultural activities, bearing the imprint of Uncle Ho’s homeland. We believe that this year’s Lotus Village Festival in general and the National Lotus Village Singing Festival in particular will be a great success, leaving deep impressions and unforgettable emotions in the hearts of all participants.

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