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| “May Melody” – a Vietnam-Austria musical collaboration. (Photo: Dinh Hoa) |
Acclaimed Austrian trumpeter Anna Koch, a specialist in contemporary music composition and improvisation, shared her expertise on the clarinet, a renowned wind instrument in classical, military, and jazz ensembles. She described the clarinet’s distinctive construction, typically crafted from dark wood with metal keys. In Austrian folk music, the clarinet is often accompanied by the accordion and two-band guitar, together creating a rich tapestry of traditional and popular melodies.
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| Artist Anna Koch captivates the audience with her rendition of Press Release by David Lang. (Photo: Dinh Hoa) |
During the event, Anna Koch joined forces with musicians and lecturers from the Vietnam National Academy of Music to present a diverse program of seven carefully curated pieces. The repertoire spanned from timeless classics to contemporary works for the clarinet, including Press Release (David Lang), Crossover (Reuben Jelleyman), and Faded Green (Roberta Lazo).
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| Vietnamese artists showcase their talent in a performance of Andante et Rondo Op.25 (Albert Franz Doppler), featuring the clarinet, piano, and flute. (Photo: Dinh Hoa) |
Dr. Hans-Peter Glanzer, the Austrian Ambassador to Vietnam, provided insightful context for the event, titled “May Melody.” He explained that the occasion commemorates European Day in May, which marks the release of the historic Truman Declaration—a pivotal moment in the pursuit of European integration, peace, and unity. The Ambassador expressed his hope that the program would serve as a platform to introduce and showcase Austrian folk music to Vietnamese audiences through the captivating melodies of the clarinet.
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| The event attracted nearly 500 attendees who shared a passion for music and a curiosity for Austrian folk culture. (Photo: Dinh Hoa) |
Tran Tuan Anh, President of the Vietnam-Austria Friendship Association, emphasized the program’s role in fostering cultural exchange and friendship between Austria and Vietnam, as well as between Vietnam and the broader European community. He affirmed the Association’s commitment to working closely with the Austrian Embassy and relevant organizations to host more events that deepen mutual understanding and appreciation between the two nations.
International Designer from Vietnam and Austria Showcases Ao Dai to the Globe
Well-known Vietnamese-Austrian fashion designer La Hong Nhut has expressed a desire to further strengthen the cultural and artistic ties between Austria and Vietnam by promoting the traditional Vietnamese ao dai to her Austrian friends. La Hong has won multiple fashion awards in Austria and has become an established name in the industry.
