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The Berlin im Licht concert, a celebration of the music of renowned German composer Kurt Weill, is set to enchant audiences in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. On February 21, the Ho Guom Opera in Hanoi will host this exceptional musical event, with a subsequent performance in Ho Chi Minh City the following week. Headlining the concert is world-renowned soprano Katharine Merhling, known for her captivating interpretations of Weill’s works. The program will include the composer’s iconic pieces, such as Seeräuber Jenny, Bilbao Song, Salomon Song , and Speak Low . Created in 1928 with lyrics by Bertolt Brecht, this composition holds a special place in the history of Berlin’s cultural landscape, having been crafted specifically for the Berlin Festival of Light in September of that year. Kurt Weill, the son of a Jewish cantor, was a student of Ferruccio Busoni, but it was his collaboration with Bertolt Brecht that brought him widespread acclaim. The concert will also showcase the talent of V...

Oktoberfest , a festival celebrating the very best of German cuisine, craft beer, and vibrant cultural traditions, is making its return to Vietnam this autumn. The festivities will take place in three major cities: Hanoi, Danang, and Ho Chi Minh City, from September to October. The German Oktoberfest 2024 is just around the corner! Photo: GBA As shared by Alexander Ziehe, Chairman of the German Business Association (GBA), this year’s event holds extra significance. The year 2025 will mark a special milestone: the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the Federal Republic of Germany. The festival, he added, is a testament to the deepened bilateral strategic partnership across various fields, especially culture, economics, trade, and investment. Oktoberfest has been a long-standing tradition in Vietnam since 1992 and is one of the longest-running celebrations of its kind outside of Germany. It serves as a cultural bridge between the two nations, pro...