VIETNAM NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PARTICIPATES IN THE 81ST ANNIVERSARY OF VIETNAM’S NATIONAL DAY AND THE CONCERT “VIETNAM – A NEW ERA”

On the evening of August 28, 2026, at the Ho Guom Opera House in Hanoi, the 81st Anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 – September 2, 2026) and the concert “Vietnam – A New Era” were held in a solemn atmosphere. The event was attended by General Secretary and President Tô Lâm and his wife, former leaders of the Party and State, leaders of central Party and government agencies and ministries, veteran revolutionaries, Heroes of the People’s Armed Forces, Labor Heroes, representatives of intellectuals, religious dignitaries, people from all walks of life, and members of the Diplomatic Corps in Vietnam.

In preparation for a program of such exceptional scale and significance, the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra (VNSO) proactively undertook rehearsals, program preparation, and artistic coordination well in advance of the event. Given the high standards required for precision, ensemble cohesion, and the solemn character of a national-level ceremony, the rehearsals were conducted with great discipline and focus, ensuring both artistic quality and the ceremonial requirements of the program.

The musicians of the VNSO continued to play a leading role in shaping the artistic direction, working collectively to develop and refine the program throughout the rehearsal process. Their efforts contributed to achieving consistency in sound, musical style, and performance spirit. Close coordination among the conductor, the musicians of the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra, and the guest artists ensured that the program was presented in a unified, dignified, and artistically accomplished manner.

Participating in the 81st Anniversary of the National Day holds special significance for the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra. It is one of the major national events with which the Orchestra has been closely associated over many years, reaffirming the VNSO’s role in important political and cultural events of the country. It also reflects the responsibility of a national artistic institution in contributing to national cultural life, fulfilling its role in serving important national occasions and enriching the spiritual life of the people.

The event was particularly distinguished by the presence of General Secretary and President Tô Lâm and other current and former leaders of the Party and State, as well as representatives of the Diplomatic Corps in Vietnam. In his address at the ceremony, General Secretary and President Tô Lâm emphasized the significance of National Day, expressing gratitude to President Hồ Chí Minh and paying tribute to generations of revolutionary leaders, heroes and martyrs, and the people who had contributed and sacrificed for the independence, sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of the nation. He also reaffirmed the aspiration to build a peaceful, independent, democratic, prosperous, civilized, and happy Vietnam.

As part of an event of profound political and cultural significance, the artistic performances featuring the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra contributed to creating a solemn and highly symbolic atmosphere for the anniversary ceremony. At the same time, the Orchestra’s participation further affirmed its position, role, and reputation in artistic programs held to commemorate the country’s most important national occasions.

The successful completion of the Orchestra’s responsibilities at the concert “Vietnam – A New Era” was the result of thorough preparation, a strong sense of responsibility, and close coordination among the entire team of VNSO musicians.