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Music lovers will have an opportunity to enjoy the colors in art and music of great composer Van Cao to treasure the artistic values and outstanding contribution of the musician to the country’s music.
The concert themed “Dan Chim Viet” (Flock of Vietnamese birds) organized by the Vietnam Musicians Association will be performed by artists of the Vietnam National Opera and Ballet (VNOB), the Military Ceremonial Music Troupe, and the Sun Symphony Orchestra.
Music by Van Cao (1923- 1995) is one of Vietnam's greatest contemporary composers. His song "Tien Quan Ca" (Marching Song), was chosen by President Ho Chi Minh to be the national anthem and edited by the National Assembly in 1955.
He was also the author of famous romantic songs featuring love and aspiration for peace. Musician Van Cao was not only a musician and revolutionist but also a notable poet and painter.
