A ceremony marks the 60th anniversary of Radio the Voice of Vietnam's Children's Music Program

VOV’s Nightingale Troupe was the first to have their voices broadcast, enchanting generations of children and teenagers all over Vietnam. Songwriters Pham Tuyen, Hoang Lan, and Dang Hung are still remembered today. The songs “Who loves Uncle Ho Chi Minh more than adolescents?,” “I am the hope of the Party,” “Childhood’s swallow wings,” and “Our village’s rice” have been hits for years. Songwriter Pham Tuyen said: “Over the radio airwaves music has been popularized in urban and rural areas.  I think this is our biggest achievement. As 60 years have elapsed, the Children's Music Program has moved forward, developing music for children.”

The program is well received because it broadcasts entertaining and educational songs with fantastic lyrics and melodies. Songwriter Nguyen Van Hien said: “When I was little, I listened to many children's songs. Later on, I thought I should write something about my own youth for the following generations. As a contributor to VOV, the most prestigious radio station in Vietnam, I want VOV to transmit my musical creations to children.  That's what makes me feel the happiest.”

VOV President Nguyen The Ky addressed the ceremony

From a 15-minute format, the Children's Music Program has evolved into a full, rich music service.  VOV President Nguyen The Ky said: “The previous and current generations of children - in fact, all of us - will never forget the original program producers. In commemorating the 60^th anniversary of the Children's Music Program and the Nightingale Troupe, VOV proudly follows the path laid out by previous generations of songwriters and singers.”