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Presented by 8 the Theatre, the concert series is calledCAM Philharmonic Concert: When I Remember This Lifepromises to take the audience on a journey of deep emotions, where the classic melodies of Studio Ghibli are not just sounds but also memories, a narrative about childhood and turning points of adulthood.
The "When I Remember This Life" concert series is considered the producer's greatest effort to bring the world of Ghibli to a large-scale stage in Vietnam. The highlight of the event is the participation of more than 60 artists from the CAM Philharmonic Orchestra. With this large and professional orchestra, the film soundtracks that have penetrated the subconscious of millions of viewers will be recreated in a vivid, majestic and sophisticated way, fully preserving the romantic and magical spirit of Ghibli.
The event is scheduled for three nights at two major cultural centers of the country. In Hanoi, the event will take place at the National Convention Center on November 2 and 3, 2025. Next, audiences in the South will enjoy a one-off concert at the Hoa Binh Theater on January 22, 2026. The choice of large-capacity and highly symbolic venues affirms the unprecedented scale of this concert series, creating an opportunity for many Ghibli fans to relive their beloved films.
15 songs from famous movies
"When I Remember This Life" is more than just a symphony concert featuring film music. It is an introspective journey, an invitation for the audience to look back at important milestones in their lives through the lens of Ghibli. The footage and melodies of childhood are recreated to help each audience member see themselves: from a child who once wanted to grow up quickly, to an adult learning to accept and be brave with their choices.
Under the guidance of CAM Philharmonic, audiences will find themselves in iconic Ghibli characters. It could be the image of Chihiro lost in the mysterious spirit world in Spirited Away, the moment Kiki first leaves her mother's arms to start her independent adventure in Kiki's Delivery Service, or Sheeta and Pazu's absolute belief in the magic of a Laputa floating in the sky in Castle in the Sky.
Stories brought to life through music
The characters in Ghibli are not heroes with extraordinary powers. They are just ordinary, simple people, but they dare to live sincerely, dare to accept their fragility, sometimes clumsiness in the face of every turning point and incident of life. It is that closeness and humanity that makes Ghibli music become a part of the common memory, surpassing the limits of an animated film to become a philosophy of life.
In an increasingly hectic world, the "When I Remember This Life" concert series offers a rare space for people to slow down, breathe and remember this life through the poetic lens of Ghibli. The songs will be an emotional bridge, bringing the audience back to the innocence of childhood and the courage when facing life's crossroads.
The combination of the artistic quality of the CAM Philharmonic Orchestra and the emotional weight of Ghibli works promises to bring a magical night of music, deeply moving fans. The event is not simply a musical performance but a complete artistic experience, where the audience is immersed in a deep connection between sound and image memories. The initial success of the show in Hanoi (November 2, 2025) with the announcement of sold out tickets has proven the strong attraction and desire of Vietnamese audiences to relive the world of Ghibli.
