Lo Ta-yu's Taipei Concert Features Surprise 'National Flag Song' Performance, Moving Audience to Tears
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Taiwanese pop music icon Lo Ta-yu held two concerts at the Taipei Music Center with the Chun Lung Symphony Orchestra.
- A surprise performance of the song "National Flag Song" deeply moved the audience, with a giant screen displaying the national flag.
- Veteran journalist Shen Chun-hua shared her emotional reaction on Facebook, stating she was moved to tears by the patriotic display.
Veteran Taiwanese pop singer Lo Ta-yu recently concluded two "So Tomorrow Will Be Better" concerts at the Taipei Music Center, collaborating with the Chun Lung Symphony Orchestra. While the performances have ended, a hidden track, the "National Flag Song," continues to resonate with fans.
Veteran journalist Shen Chun-hua posted on Facebook, describing a massive "Blue Sky, White Sun, and a Full Earth Red" national flag displayed on the main stage's screen, which brought her to tears. The 72-year-old artist, known for his rock anthems, shifted to a grand symphonic arrangement for this concert. He guided the audience through beloved classics like "Green Island Serenade," "Harbor Night Rain," and "Romance of 1980."
A huge 'Blue Sky, White Sun, and a Full Earth Red' national flag fluttered on the main stage's screen, and my eyes instantly welled up with tears!
The most striking moment was the performance of "National Flag Song," composed by Huang Tzu. Many fans shared their excitement as the familiar melody played, Lo Ta-yu accompanied them on keyboard, and a giant national flag unfurled on screen. The audience responded with enthusiastic applause, and some were visibly moved to tears. This marked the first time a singer publicly performed the "National Flag Song" at a concert. Faced with this powerful hidden track, Lo Ta-yu briefly stated, "How beautiful is Huang Tzu's 'National Flag Song'!" highlighting the classic piece's return to its pure musical essence.
How beautiful is Huang Tzu's 'National Flag Song'!
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.