Not just simply playing music, FatB blends emotions and creative spirit to turn the violin into a bridge between the artist's soul and the audience. FatB's journey is an inspiring story about love of music, overcoming challenges and the desire to constantly reach further.
Familiar with violin since childhood
For artist FatB, music has been a natural flow since childhood. Born into a family with a father working at the Military Ceremonial Corps of the General Staff, he grew up in a space filled with the sounds of musical instruments.
“I remember being fascinated by watching musicians play, and it seemed like a passion had sprouted from there,” FatB shared.
At the age of 6, FatB officially entered the Hanoi Conservatory of Music (now the Vietnam National Academy of Music). Under the guidance of leading professors, he gradually formed a special bond with the violin. Since then, the violin has become not only a musical instrument, but also an inseparable part of his life.
So among the myriad of musical instruments, why did a “soldier’s son” like FatB choose the violin? He said: “The violin can express all emotions - from joy, intensity, to deep sadness. To me, the violin is like a special voice, full of power but also soft and delicate.”
Not only limited to classical music, he also explores the versatility of the violin when playing Jazz, Pop, Hip-Hop, or even electronic music. It is this diversity that helps him go beyond the limits, turning the classical instrument into a modern tool for creativity and inspiration.
“I want the violin to be a bridge connecting people with music, regardless of genre or era,” the artist emphasized.
Indeed, his music has crossed the boundaries of tradition, bringing a new experience to the audience, especially the younger generation.
The journey to becoming a violinist was not a bed of roses. In the early days, FatB had to get used to sharp strings that cut his hands, practice for hours under stress, and have sore shoulders to play the violin in the right posture. But it was in those moments that he learned to be patient and persistent.
A memorable milestone was the first time he performed on stage. “I was so nervous that my hands were shaking, but when the violin sounded, all my worries disappeared. At that moment, I knew that all the effort in practicing was worth it,” FatB shared. Those experiences helped him not only perfect his technique, but also forge a strong will on the musical path.
Classical music has always been at the root of FatB's journey. But he did not stop there, constantly exploring genres such as Jazz, Blues, and Hip-Hop to refresh his violin. With each genre, he found a unique nuance, contributing to opening up unique creative spaces.
“The violin is not just for classical music. I want this instrument to tell stories through many different musical prisms, from classical to modern, to create harmonies that reach all audiences,” he said.
Not only an artist, FatB is also an inspiration. His life has changed a lot since music became his career. The pressure of performing and responsibility to the audience sometimes makes him tired. But above all, the love of music is always the guiding light.
He said, every time I hold the guitar, I want to send to the audience not only the sound, but also my own story and emotions.
Big and small stages from King of Rap, May Lang Thang, Monsoon, to TV shows have become places for violinist FatB to live his passion to the fullest. It is not only where he performs, but also where he touches the hearts of the audience with every note.
Bringing violin closer to young people and reaching out to the world
Looking to the future, FatB is nurturing many big projects. An album with 7 songs, including 1 familiar Vietnamese folk song and 6 works composed by himself is being completed. Not stopping there, he is also aiming for bigger live shows, where he can affirm his personal mark and bring music closer to the audience.
To young people who love the violin, he advises: Don't be discouraged by difficulties. The violin requires perseverance and intense love. Always explore and create, because only when you find your own voice, will the instrument truly tell the story for you.
