The program brought together music, visual art and the “War and Peace” exhibition, which featured artworks by Thu Tran and Tay Phong, incorporating fragments of bomb and mine casings into art. They evoked memories of family, homeland and the simple values of Vietnamese life.
Visitor Nguyen Thu Huyen from Cau Giay Ward, Hanoi, said: “When I saw such authentic materials as bomb and mine casings reworked in an artistic space, I felt a strong sense of nostalgia. I also felt fortunate to be living in peace and enjoying a comfortable life. I truly hope these experiences can reach more people, especially young people, so they will appreciate the sacrifices of previous generations and remember the traces of our nation’s past.”
The program concluded with the “A Homeland” concert, featuring saxophonist Tran Manh Tuan, guitarist Le Hung Phong and singers.
“The message I want to pass on to younger generations is to preserve what they have inherited from those who came before them. When we take our art to the world, international audiences should be able to see the essence of Vietnam. We must not lose that essence. We can embrace modern influences, but we should build them on a strong foundation of Vietnamese folk traditions and cultural values,” said saxophonist Tuan.
