Speaking at the opening ceremony, Vice Chairman Tran Huu Thuy Giang expressed his gratitude to the embassies, consulates general of various countries, accompanying units, and international art troupes for coming to Hue, contributing to the success of the event. He affirmed that this event continues to prove Hue's position as a unique cultural center, where domestic and international cultural values converge and intersect.
Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee Tran Huu Thuy Giang delivering the opening speech
As a key event within the framework of Hue Festival 2026, Hue International Music Week brings together 8 traditional and contemporary art troupes from Vietnam, France, Spain, Australia, Japan, and South Korea. With 15 performances organized throughout the program, the event offers the public diverse artistic experiences, ranging from traditional music genres to contemporary global performance trends.
Choosing the Huong River waterfront stage in front of Quoc Hoc Hue High School as the venue demonstrates the orientation towards building an open, community-oriented cultural gathering spot for residents and tourists. This is also an occasion where traditional cultural values are connected with contemporary art in a creative and intimate space.
After the opening ceremony, the special art program featuring domestic and international art troupes began. The Hue royal court art performances blended harmoniously with pieces from traditional Korean dance materials combined with contemporary expressive language, creating an emotional and impressive artistic space.
In addition, artists from Chungnam Province (South Korea) brought performances deeply imbued with cultural identity, featuring Samulnori percussion art, traditional folk songs, Pansori, youthful, vibrant K-Pop melodies. Japanese female singer Kawanishi Natsuki also left a good impression on visitors with her gentle, soulful ballad and pop songs.
Special art programs in an international-scale cultural exchange space
From vibrant programs dedicated to the youth to performances rich in cultural depth, Hue International Music Week 2026 is not only an attractive artistic rendezvous during the festival season but also contributes to promoting international cultural exchange and promoting the image of a dynamic, creative, and smart Hue that still preserves and promotes its unique heritage values.
The Organizing Committee expects Hue International Music Week 2026 to become one of the key highlights of this year's Hue Festival, giving the public special artistic experiences, continuing to affirm the brand of Hue, characteristic Festival city of Vietnam.
Some photos from the program