Vietnam funeral music on stage for the first time

Le Minh Son's fans are in for an exciting experience, as the bold and innovative artist has recently announced his upcoming show, which will include a 17-minute live performance featuring musical instruments such as funeral trumpets and large drums. The performances are set for October 28th and 29th, 2025, at the Hanoi Opera House.

According to the event's host, funeral trumpets are among the most recognizable instruments in Vietnamese culture, with music created for these instruments possessing a unique power that symbolizes the awakening of life—the start rather than the end. While it is still uncertain how audiences will react to this unconventional genre, Le Minh Son is indeed daring to explore a concept that typically draws superstitions, as funeral music is often associated with bad luck. Children may find it frightening, and many adults feel uncomfortable with it as well.

Nevertheless, the unconventional is Le Minh Son's specialty. Now 46 years old, the artist has a distinctive taste in music that transcends the ordinary, making his songs instantly recognizable. He once famously stated, “I speak the language of my heart through my music.” Over his 30-year career, encompassing 11 albums and 7 live shows, Le Minh Son has rightfully earned his place in the music industry.