Kenny G came to Hanoi, wanted to enjoy bun cha

This is Kenny G's second visit to Vietnam since his extremely successful tour in 2015. He returned to Hanoi after 8 years as the opening artist for the "Good Morning Vietnam" project series co-organized by Nhan Dan Newspaper and IBGroup, which will take place at the National Convention Center on the evening of November 14.

Kenny G arrived in Hanoi on the evening of November 12 after a long flight.

Despite having just experienced a long flight, Kenny G still smiled brightly and waved to fans when he landed at Noi Bai airport. Because he loves Vietnamese scenery and cuisine, the male artist previously expressed his desire to eat bun cha during his upcoming stay in Vietnam.

The famous saxophone artist's meals are also given special attention by the organizers and carefully prepared with a diverse menu, approved in advance by Kenny G's Manager. Because Kenny G was very impressed with the bun cha dish during his first performance in Vietnam, this time the artist wants to enjoy it again. However, to ensure safety, Kenny G will not eat out but the organizers will book a hotel to prepare it specifically for the artist.

Mr. Nguyen Thuy Duong, Production Director of Kenny G Live In Vietnam program, welcomed the artist at the airport.

Kenny G came to Vietnam with 6 band members and 10 crew members. During their time in Hanoi, the group will stay at a 5-star hotel near the performance venue. Kenny G will stay in the Presidential Suite, which is usually reserved for heads of state, famous stars, or the super-rich. Kenny G's entire group is insured by an international company.

Mr. Nguyen Thuy Duong, Chairman of IB Group Vietnam, Production Director of Kenny G Live In Vietnam, revealed that Kenny G's side submitted a nearly 60-page list to the organizers in Vietnam, including detailed requirements related to accommodation, travel, sound and stage equipment, to ensure the quality of the show as well as the satisfaction of the artists. In particular, Kenny G's schedule is kept confidential.

He travels in a luxury car with a private driver who is knowledgeable about culture and cuisine and can answer all of Kenny G's questions in English.

Kenny G was impressed with bun cha and wanted to enjoy it again.

Before coming to Vietnam, Kenny G's side sent detailed diagrams of the stage setup and construction of the podium, which must be accurate to the centimeter. Before the show, Kenny G's manager will conduct an inspection to ensure that the concert is perfect according to the artist's requirements as well as meeting international standards with perfect sound.

The part that Vietnamese audiences are most looking forward to is which songs Kenny G will choose to play in this comeback. The organizers said that the artist actively chose the songs. These are Kenny G's famous songs such as Going Home, The Joy of Life, Forever in Love, Sentimental, By the Time This Night Is Over, Songbird, Havana, The Moment, My Heart Will Go On... but completely renewed by the artist.

In addition, the audience will probably enjoy the familiar folk songs for the first time through the legendary trumpet of Kenny G. The organizers have suggested the songs: Trong com, Beo dat may troi, Nguoi oi nguoi o dung ve for Kenny G to arrange into smooth jazz. However, whether he chooses a song to play or not is still a secret mystery that the audience will have the answer to on the night of November 14.

The organizers revealed that Kenny G will not only play music, but will also donate a saxophone that has been with him to auction to raise funds when he learned that the purpose of the program is charity. All proceeds will be donated by Nhan Dan Newspaper to funds to support people in difficult circumstances, especially children.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/am-nhac/kenny-g-toi-ha-noi-muon-thuong-thuc-mon-bun-cha-20231112215727964.htm