The monolithic stone monument, over 5 meters tall, stands beside the statue of the musician. Singer Trinh Vinh Trinh, Trinh Cong Son's younger sister, and her husband, along with other siblings, were present at the ceremony. Many family members traveled from abroad to attend. Writer Buu Y, a longtime friend of the late musician from Hue, and a large crowd of Trinh Cong Son's fans also attended the ceremony.
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The stone monument inscribed with "Noi Vong Tay Lon" in Trinh Cong Son Park. Photo: Vo Thanh |
The stone monument inscribed with "Noi Vong Tay Lon" in Trinh Cong Son Park. Photo: Vo Thanh
Singer Trinh Vinh Trinh shared emotionally, "Brother Son has returned to Hue, through a road named after him, through his statue in this park, and now, through this stone monument bearing the lyrics of the immortal song 'Noi Vong Tay Lon'. The road represents the heart of Hue's people, while the statue and monument represent the affection of friends and the public. The love everyone has for Brother Son is so profound and beautiful."
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Friends and fans of Trinh Cong Son attend the ceremony. Photo: Vo Thanh |
Friends and fans of Trinh Cong Son attend the ceremony. Photo: Vo Thanh
Researcher Nguyen Dac Xuan stated that Hue was where Trinh Cong Son's musical career began and flourished. He also recalled the historical event immediately following 30/4/1975, when "Noi Vong Tay Lon" was broadcast on Saigon Radio, becoming a symbol of national unity and reconciliation.
"Since then, nearly half a century has passed, and the song continues to resonate in community events and artistic programs both domestically and internationally. Not just a symbol of Vietnamese compassion, 'Noi Vong Tay Lon' has become a song filled with love, carrying a message of peace for all humanity," Xuan said.
The late musician's family and singers perform "Noi Vong Tay Lon." Video: Vo Thanh
Following the monument's unveiling, the melodies of Trinh Cong Son's music filled the air, performed by saxophonist Tran Manh Tuan and vocalists Duc Tuan, Tan Son, and Ha Le. Family, friends, and the audience joined in singing "Noi Vong Tay Lon" in front of the statue of the late musician embracing his guitar in the park.
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