The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in co-operation with the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union has launched the Choir Festival 2015 as part of cultural activities to celebrate the 70th anniversary of August Revolution (August 19, 1945) and National Day (September 2). — thethaovanhoa.vn

HCM CITY (VNS) — The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in co-operation with the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union has launched the Choir Festival 2015 as part of cultural activities to celebrate the 70th anniversary of August Revolution (August 19, 1945) and National Day (September 2).

The festival's theme, Songs Are Offered to the Party, aimed to highlight revolutionary music in praise of the Communist Party of Viet Nam, President Ho Chi Minh and national heroes.

Professional and amateur performers from art troupes, cultural centres, universities and colleges in HCM City and southern provinces are encouraged to join the event.

The participants can choose different categories including mixed choir, male choir, female choir, children's and youth's choir.

The festival is expected to open early August. — VNS