The Voice of Vietnam launched a test broadcast of Sonata-FM89, a dedicated classical music channel, in Hanoi on October 20, 2026.
The Voice of Vietnam launched a test broadcast of Sonata-FM89, a dedicated classical music channel, in Hanoi on October 20, 2026.
VOV’s Vice General Director Pham Manh Hung said the launch demonstrates the cultural responsibility and strategic direction of Vietnam’s national media agency. The channel aims to give the public greater access to the arts and nurture musical appreciation.
VOV’s Vice General Director Pham Manh Hung said the launch demonstrates the cultural responsibility and strategic direction of Vietnam’s national media agency. The channel aims to give the public greater access to the arts and nurture musical appreciation.
VOV Sonata-FM89 was created in just three months, from initial concept to first broadcast. Content development, staffing, copyright research, and working out the technical details of frequencies and transmission were done simultaneously by coordinated VOV units, Mr. Hung said.
VOV Sonata-FM89 was created in just three months, from initial concept to first broadcast. Content development, staffing, copyright research, and working out the technical details of frequencies and transmission were done simultaneously by coordinated VOV units, Mr. Hung said.
VOV General Director Do Tien Sy meets the technical crew in the recording studio.
VOV General Director Do Tien Sy meets the technical crew in the recording studio.
VOV General Director Do Tien Sy meets the technical crew in the recording studio.
VOV General Director Do Tien Sy meets the technical crew in the recording studio.
VOV Sonata-FM89 is produced by VOV’s Literature, Arts and Music Department (VOV3). According to the production team, they select music that suits listeners’ changing moods throughout the day—from bright morning melodies to late-night jazz and classical pieces—aiming to create a standard yet accessible listening experience.
VOV Sonata-FM89 is produced by VOV’s Literature, Arts and Music Department (VOV3). According to the production team, they select music that suits listeners’ changing moods throughout the day—from bright morning melodies to late-night jazz and classical pieces—aiming to create a standard yet accessible listening experience.
Associate Professor Bui Hoai Son, Deputy Head of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for Publicity, is keen on VOV's Sonata-FM89, saying it adds an important option to the cultural ecosystem.
Associate Professor Bui Hoai Son, Deputy Head of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for Publicity, is keen on VOV's Sonata-FM89, saying it adds an important option to the cultural ecosystem.
VOV’s General Director Do Tien Sy, deputy general directors, and department leaders press the button to launch the VOV Sonata-FM89 channel, October 20, 2026.
VOV’s General Director Do Tien Sy, deputy general directors, and department leaders press the button to launch the VOV Sonata-FM89 channel, October 20, 2026.
According to People’s Artist Pham Ngoc Khoi, Vice President of the Vietnam Musicians’ Association, opportunities to hear or learn about classical and symphonic music in person were once limited, the internet and digital platforms now offer more ways to access these genres, alongside concert halls and live performances.
According to People’s Artist Pham Ngoc Khoi, Vice President of the Vietnam Musicians’ Association, opportunities to hear or learn about classical and symphonic music in person were once limited, the internet and digital platforms now offer more ways to access these genres, alongside concert halls and live performances.
VOV General Director Do Tien Sy talks to artists from the New Music Ensemble.
VOV General Director Do Tien Sy talks to artists from the New Music Ensemble.
Pursuing the motto "Exquisite Music, Connecting Emotions", Sonata-FM89 aims to become a quality musical hub on air and online.
Pursuing the motto "Exquisite Music, Connecting Emotions", Sonata-FM89 aims to become a quality musical hub on air and online.
Sonata-FM89 is rolled out in two phases. In the first phase, it is broadcasting on FM around the clock from now until the end of 2026 in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Can Tho, Nha Trang, Hai Phong, Quang Ninh, Hung Yen, Bac Ninh, and Phu Quoc. Beginning next year, VOV will expand coverage to other cities and tourist destinations nationwide, as well as to digital streaming channels.
Sonata-FM89 is rolled out in two phases. In the first phase, it is broadcasting on FM around the clock from now until the end of 2026 in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Can Tho, Nha Trang, Hai Phong, Quang Ninh, Hung Yen, Bac Ninh, and Phu Quoc. Beginning next year, VOV will expand coverage to other cities and tourist destinations nationwide, as well as to digital streaming channels.
In addition to orchestral and chamber music and other classical works, Sonata-FM89 also presents quality jazz and other instrumental music.
In addition to orchestral and chamber music and other classical works, Sonata-FM89 also presents quality jazz and other instrumental music.
Dedicated to enriching Vietnam's cultural landscape, VOV Sonata-FM89 bridges global classical music with Vietnamese audiences, while cultivating local talent, honoring creators and artists, and fostering the country’s classical music ecosystem.
Dedicated to enriching Vietnam's cultural landscape, VOV Sonata-FM89 bridges global classical music with Vietnamese audiences, while cultivating local talent, honoring creators and artists, and fostering the country’s classical music ecosystem.