Composer Khanh Vinh from Ho Chi Minh City won the first prize with his song entitled ‘Loi Ru’ (Lullaby).
Two second, three third, ten consolation and five impression prizes were also announced at the event.
The contest which was launched by the VAVA and the Vietnam Musicians Association in October 2010, attracted over 170 entries. The songs not only express the composers’ sympathy for AO victims but also call on people to join hands to improve the environment in areas affected or damaged by Agent Orange/ dioxin.
An awards ceremony honouring the winners will be held on June 25 in Hanoi.
