HÀ NỘI — The third edition of the annual classical music concert series Timeless Resonance, featuring renowned Vietnamese pianist, Professor and People's Artist Đặng Thái Sơn and Polish pianist Ewa Pobłocka, was held at Hồ Gươm Theatre in Hà Nội on November 11.

Marking the third consecutive year of the series, which was launched by Idemitsu Vietnam in 2024 to bring classical music closer to audiences in Việt Nam, the concert attracted more than 700 audience members.

It brought together two internationally acclaimed pianists whose careers are both associated with the 1980 International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw, Poland.

Sơn was the first Asian pianist to win the first prize at the competition. He has since performed at prestigious concert venues around the world and collaborated with leading international symphony orchestras.

Polish pianist Ewa Pobłocka was also a prize winner at the 1980 competition, receiving the Mazurka Prize for her interpretation of Chopin's mazurkas. She has since performed internationally and recorded more than 50 albums, covering solo, chamber music and concerto repertoire.

The programme featured pieces by composers Frédéric Chopin, Federico Mompou, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Francis Poulenc.

Highlights included Chopin's Nocturne in B-flat minor, Op. 9 No. 1 and Scherzo No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 31, performed by Sơn, as well as Mozart's Sonata in D major, K. 381 and Schubert's Rondo in D major, D. 608, performed by the two pianists together.

Combining solo and joint performances, the concert offered audiences a selection of classical piano pieces spanning different musical periods.

Egashira Hideaki, general director of Idemitsu Việt Nam, said the concert series reflects the company's continued commitment to supporting cultural and artistic activities in Việt Nam.

Since launching the series in 2024, the company has sought to create more opportunities for audiences to enjoy classical music while fostering connections between Vietnamese and international artists through performances.

He also highlighted the company's inspiration from the celebrated Vietnamese pianist's dedication to nurturing young talent, alongside its people-centred business philosophy.

“We believe that sustained support for cultural and artistic activities is an important part of our long-term contribution to Vietnamese society,” he said.

Following the first and second editions in 2024 and 2025, respectively, the 2026 concert continues to reflect Idemitsu Vietnam's efforts to support cultural and social initiatives in the country.

Beyond the musical performances, the concert also contributed to Hà Nội's cultural life by bringing classical music closer to local audiences. Through performances by two of the world's leading classical pianists, the concert brought together music enthusiasts and encouraged a shared appreciation of classical music.

Timeless Resonance is an annual classical music concert series initiated by Idemitsu Vietnam in 2024. Dedicated to celebrating timeless musical works and bringing together leading musical talents from Việt Nam and around the world, the series serves as a platform for promoting the enduring values of artistry.

Beyond music, it represents a journey that connects art, education and culture, making classical music more accessible to the wider community, fostering cultural exchange and sharing lasting values with audiences. — VNS