Farewell to the 'golden voice' - Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung

Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung, real name Kieu Tat Hung, was born in 1937 in Hanoi . He is one of the typical singers, known as the "golden voice" of revolutionary - lyrical music. Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung's name is associated with a series of songs such as Love Song, Road to the Northwest, Song on the Mountain, Song of Hanoi... Although possessing good vocal technique, the male artist still scores points for his emotional singing style, creating emotions for the listener.

Later, Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung and his family settled in Germany. However, he still maintained his artistic activities, becoming a source of inspiration for many juniors in their journey to pursue singing. Therefore, the departure of the male artist left many regrets for the audience and colleagues.

Colleagues talk about Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung

Vĩnh biệt ‘giọng ca vàng’ - NSƯT Kiều Hưng- Ảnh 1. — Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung in the program Proud Melody in 2014

People's Artist Tan Minh was shocked to hear about the passing of Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung. He confided: "I will always remember her top-notch folk chamber voice, soaring, soft, sweet... unmistakable."

According to People's Artist Tan Minh, Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung studied chamber music abroad, but when singing Vietnamese, his voice is very smooth. "This is a voice that future generations will learn and absorb a lot from. In the future generation, I see that singer Trong Tan has more similarities than anyone else, as Trong Tan's most famous signature song is also the song associated with Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung's name - The Sound of the Monochord . Every time I hear Trong Tan sing this song, I feel like I "meet again" the once-famous voice of Kieu Hung," People's Artist Tan Minh expressed.

Singer Trong Tan had the chance to meet and sing along with Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung in a live show in 2014. Recalling this milestone, the male singer said that at that time, the program crew had already finished the script. However, a week before the performance, when he heard that Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung was returning to Vietnam, he contacted and asked his senior to accompany him as a special guest of the program. The first time the uncle and nephew met was also the first time they sang a duet together.

“That night, when he appeared, the whole audience was surprised and moved by the two singers of the Dan Bau, who belonged to two generations. In addition, the Song on the Mountain in the movie Vo Chong A Phu was performed first by Uncle Kieu Hung, who later became associated with me. And at Trong Tan’s live show, the two of us sang this classic song together for the first time. Those were generational bridges that truly inspired me. He also praised and encouraged me a lot in my singing career,” singer Trong Tan recounted.

Trong Tan confided that he had listened to Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung sing since he was a child, many of which left an impression on him such as Am am ngay moi (New Day Sound), Hat ve cay lua hom nay (Song on the Mountain), Tieng dan bau (Monkey’s Tongue), Rang tram bau (Myrtle Tree)… The natural and sweet way of singing of the senior gave Trong Tan the fire to successfully sing the song Tieng dan bau (Monkey’s Tongue). “Each person has a different voice, but when I sing this song, everyone remembers me. Perhaps, once again, the song being revived is a testament to the connection and empathy between the two of us,” he confided.

Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung practices singing with Trong Tan in the 2014 live show

Having collaborated with Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung, Trong Tan told him that his predecessor was a great musical monument during the difficult years of the country. Although Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung has settled in Germany for a long time, his musical legacy is still remembered and cherished by generations of music lovers. Trong Tan added about his predecessor: "I knew this day would come, but hearing the news of Uncle Kieu Hung's passing is truly heartbreaking."

People's Artist Tran Binh shared that Meritorious Artist Kieu Hung is a senior generation, having many memories when working together at the Central People's Song and Dance Troupe and performing together in Hanoi and many other provinces. For People's Artist Tran Binh, his senior is a multi-talented artist but humble and sincere with his juniors. "In many performances in remote areas, when requested by the people, he was willing to sing again many times. We really admire and respect him," People's Artist Tran Binh confided.

An unforgettable memory for People's Artist Tran Binh was the reunion with his senior in Germany. During his business trip abroad, the male artist was determined to meet his senior. What impressed People's Artist Tran Binh was the moment the singer of the Monochord shed tears when talking about missing Vietnam and the performances for the people. "After that, he told me: "I will find every way to return to Vietnam...". A few years later, he returned to Vietnam, lived in a small house in Kim Lien and sang. It was sad and disappointing that an artist with so many contributions to Vietnamese art, a person who lived very modestly, sincerely and lovable, had left us," People's Artist Tran Binh confided.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/vinh-biet-giong-ca-vang-nsut-kieu-hung-185251104232537908.htm