Concert to mark 30th anniversary of Vietnam-Peru diplomatic relations

ABO/NDO- The Embassy of Peru in Vietnam will host a concert entitled ‘Q'pop & Quechua Concert’ at Hanoi Opera House on the evening of October 23 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Vietnam - Peru diplomatic relations (November 14, 1994 - 2024).

The concert will feature Peru’s musical sensation, Lenin Tamayo, who has been dubbed the founder of of the genre that combines Korean pop music (K-pop) with songs in Quechua, the language of the Incas and the most widely spoken Indigenous language in South America.

The event will also feature Yolanda Pinares, a key figure in the dissemination of Peruvian culture. Pinares uses her musical talent to inspire global audiences, with her unique blend of Andean and contemporary sounds, connecting the past and present of Peru's diverse culture.

Concert to mark 30th anniversary of Vietnam-Peru diplomatic relations.

Joining the artists from Peru will be two talented Vietnamese artists: Vu Hien, a classic guitarist, and Phan Thuy, a pipi (plucked four-string instrument) musician and tutor at the Vietnam National Academy of Music.
In addition, the repertoire will also feature dazzling performances of two dancers from Peru and two dancers from the Sud Crew, one of the oldest and most influential groups from Vietnam's contemporary dance community. This collaboration promises to deliver a fresh experience for the audience through captivating dances.

The concert is a unique blend of Peru's indigenous language, Quechua, and modern Kpop-style music, promising to deliver a fresh musical experience through vibrant songs and captivating dances.

The event aims to strengthen the friendship between Peru and Vietnam while providing the audiences with opportunities to explore the distinctive cultures of both countries.

A similar event will be held at Hanoi University (HANU) on October 24.

(Source: NDO)