"80 years of journey of Independence - Freedom - Happiness": A symphony of national pride

On the evening of September 1, at My Dinh Stadium (Hanoi), the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism solemnly organized a special national art program "80 years of the journey of Independence - Freedom - Happiness". This is a program to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2025).

80 years – a heroic and immortal historical journey with countless challenges and sacrifices. The Vietnamese people have written an epic poem with blood and flowers, with will and faith, to affirm the aspiration for Independence, Freedom, and Happiness. Therefore, this is not only an artistic event, but also a symphony of national pride, where the past – present – ​​future blend together in music , light and endless emotions.

The program is organized to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2025).

The program was elaborately staged, combining music, dance, fine arts and modern technology, creating a multi-layered, creative artistic synthesis, with a 3D mapping system, multi-layered surround sound, super-sharp LED screens and artistic fireworks effects. Today's stage recreated the country's 80-year journey through three chapters: The Road to Independence - Unification; Aspiration for the Fatherland and My Fatherland, Never So Beautiful. Each part is a piece of history, helping the audience "relive" the entire 80-year journey of the nation.

There, chapter I "The Road to Independence - Reunification" brought the audience back to the arduous but heroic years of the nation. The symphony My Fatherland and the medley Voluntary - Praising the Fatherland opened the program, arousing pride and emotion.

Reports and animations such as: Dark Night of History, Long Night of Slavery, along with immortal songs: Footprints Ahead, The Internationale, Together We Go Red Soldiers and National Guard have depicted the seething revolutionary spirit, urging millions of hearts to share the desire for independence.

My Tam and rapper Double 2T ignite emotions through the song Youthful Aspiration

In particular, an excerpt from President Ho Chi Minh 's immortal Declaration of Independence: "Vietnam has the right to enjoy freedom and independence and in fact has become a free and independent country. The entire Vietnamese people are determined to devote all their spirit and strength, their lives and property to maintain that freedom and independence" echoed in the air, bringing the audience back to the historic moment of September 2, 1945. Next, he affirmed: "No! We would rather sacrifice everything, we will never lose our country, we will never be slaves!" - an immortal declaration of the spirit of independence.

Immediately after that, songs such as: Hanoi People, Lo River, Dien Bien Victory... along with the scene of the liberation of the South with the melody of The Country is Full of Joy recreated historical milestones: the Dien Bien Phu victory in 1954, the Great Spring Victory in 1975, the unification of the country.

If the first chapter recreated the glorious past, then chapter II with the theme "Aspiration for the Fatherland" brought the breath of Vietnam today "youthful, innovative and full of aspiration". The opening song "Em di dau bien vang" resounded with the children's choir, blending with the youthful rap melody of Den Vau, evoking the image of a peaceful and prosperous country. Next, My Tam and rapper Double 2T ignited emotions through the song "Aspiration for Youth", affirming the spirit of dedication of today's generation.

The song "Em di giua bien vang" resounded with the children's choir, blending with the youthful rap melody of Den Vau.

Hoang Bach and Lamoon Diem Hang bring Welcome to Vietnam, a song welcoming friends from all over the world to an integrated, friendly and potential Vietnam. Modern music blends with folk songs and symphonies, creating a bridge between the past and the present, conveying the message: the aspiration to build a strong country is the responsibility and belief of the entire nation.

The final chapter "My Fatherland, Never So Beautiful" opened up a bright vision of Vietnam in the new era. The song "Solidarity" (adapted from "Noi vong tay lon" by Trinh Cong Son) resounded like a call for millions of Vietnamese hearts to stand together. Soobin Hoang Son brought a vibrant atmosphere with "Vinhomes are waiting for us", expressing faith in the future. The heroic melody of "Tien quan ca" resounded, performed by Trong Tan and the group "Dong thoi gian", like a sacred oath: Vietnam - Eternal Fatherland, everlasting nation.

In particular, the peak of emotion was when tens of thousands of audiences sang together in Love the Vietnamese Smile by Hoang Bach, performed by Tung Duong, Thanh Lam and the choir. Vietnamese Smile - the smile of a heroic nation that has overcome the storm of war, now shining on the journey to build a strong and prosperous Fatherland.

The audience sang together in Love the Smile of Vietnam by Hoang Bach, performed by Tung Duong and Thanh Lam.

The 80-year program - Journey of Independence, Freedom, Happiness is not only an art night, an important political and cultural event of the country, but through the program, it also aims to honor the 80-year journey of formation and development of the new Vietnam: from the struggle for independence, defending the Fatherland to the cause of innovation and integration.

At the same time, it is a tribute to President Ho Chi Minh, heroic martyrs and compatriots and soldiers nationwide who sacrificed for independence, unification, peace and development; and inspires the aspiration to contribute, innovate, and develop a prosperous and happy country in the new era, especially for the young generation. /.

Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/80-nam-hanh-trinh-doc-lap-tu-do-hanh-phuc-ban-hoa-ca-cua-niem-tu-hao-dan-toc-2025090200525943.htm