Hong Kong’s music scene is channeling collective grief into powerful solidarity this week as artists prepare for "Salute to the Brave, Soothing the Soul" – a charity concert honoring a firefighter who died battling a residential blaze. Scheduled for December 22, the event comes three days after the hero’s state funeral on December 19, which will be attended by thousands paying their respects.
🎵 All proceeds from the concert will directly support the firefighter’s family, but organizers emphasize a bigger mission: "We want to heal hearts across our city through music," said one performer during rehearsals visited by CGTN’s Huang Fei. The lineup includes indie bands, Cantopop stars, and orchestral groups – a sonic tapestry reflecting Hong Kong’s unity.
🔥 The tragedy has sparked viral social media tributes, with #HKHero trending globally. As one young attendee told us: "This isn’t just a concert – it’s how we remember courage."
