Thanh Duy cross-dresses to perform with Nhu Quynh

Singer Thanh Duy emulated his idol Nhu Quynh, from vocal style to appearance, during the "Huong Sac Giai Nhan" show on the evening of 27/12.

Concluding his performance, the singer presented flowers to Nhu Quynh. He stated, "Nhu Quynh will always be my idol. When she needs me, I will appear." The audience enjoyed his recreation of additional expressions from the overseas vocalist.

The show extended for over five hours, featuring collaborative and solo performances by more than 20 singers, including veteran vocalist Hoa Mi and artists Mai Thien Van, Luong Tung Quang, Phuong Yen Linh, and Manh Dong.

Thanh Duy (left) captivated the audience with "Coi Nho" by Song Tra, the first song he performed as a duet with Nhu Quynh at a tea room years ago. On stage, the singer cross-dressed, mimicking Nhu Quynh's every gesture and gaze.

The performance of "Coi Nho".

Ho Van Cuong expressed nervousness when singing with Nhu Quynh, despite their previous collaborations. They harmonized well during the performance of "Giac Mo Canh Co" by Vu Quoc Viet. Fans cheered and chanted their names, followed by sustained applause.

Ho Van Cuong also performed a solo of "999 Doa Hong" (Chinese music with Vietnamese lyrics) featuring a new arrangement.

Nhu Quynh stated that she organized the music show to connect with young singers. Hoai Lam is one of the vocalists she admires. The two performed two songs: "Tinh Yeu Tra Lai Trang Sao" by Le Dinh and "Khong Bao Gio Quen Anh" by Hoang Trang.

The performance of "Tinh Yeu Tra Lai Trang Sao".

The meticulously invested stage design drew inspiration from the "four classical arts" (Cam - Ky - Thi - Hoa, representing music, chess, poetry, and painting), symbolizing the beauty and talent of ancient women. The concert attracted over 2,000 attendees of various ages, most of whom stayed late into the night to support the performers. Audience member Mai Anh, 42, commented that Nhu Quynh performed with the same passion as in her youth, transitioning from romantic folk music to contemporary pop. This marks the artist's third show held in Vietnam.

The performance of "Giac Mo Canh Co".

Nhu Quynh surprised the audience by covering the song "AI Say Mot Doi Vi Em". Departing from her usual gentle demeanor, she performed the track with a youthful style.

The overseas vocalist, Nhu Quynh, also performed many patriotic songs such as "Lua Ve Dem Trang" by Pham The My and "Xuan Uoc Nguyen" by Thai Thinh and Tung Chau. During several performances, the audience sang along with the artist. Born Le Lam Quynh Nhu in Dong Ha, Quang Tri, Nhu Quynh, now 55 years old, gained significant recognition early in her career. In 1991, she won a special prize at the Thanh Pho Ho Chi Minh Television Singing Contest, earning perfect scores with the song "Mua Xuan Tren Thanh Pho Ho Chi Minh" by Xuan Hong. Following this, she began teaching vocal music to children. In 1993, she and her family relocated to the United States. A year later, she rose to stardom with two hit songs: "Nguoi Tinh Mua Dong" (Japanese music, Vietnamese lyrics by Anh Bang) and "Chuyen Hoa Sim" (Anh Bang's musical adaptation of Huu Loan's poetry). She currently resides alone in the United States and has one daughter.