Hanoi is expanding practical music education by training teachers, introducing instruments into classrooms and sending students to live performances during the 2026-2027 school year. Vietnam.vn reported the information, citing observations across schools throughout the city.
The Hanoi Department of Education and Training has partnered with Yamaha Music Vietnam to train more than 1,000 secondary and high school music teachers in recorder and keyboard use since late July, according to the report. Teachers practice in ensembles, design lessons and discuss managing large classes.
Instruments are introduced gradually, with sixth graders learning basic techniques and older students advancing to performance and creation. The goal is giving every student a chance to learn an instrument, not training professionals, the report states.
Education department deputy director Pham Quoc Toan said schools choose implementation methods using existing equipment. Teacher Truong Van Tung observed that students show greater enthusiasm when playing instruments directly and coordinating with classmates.
Teacher Le Thi Kim Hung said training helped her incorporate instruments, though mastering recorder breathing techniques required practice before guiding students.
Schools can now organize student visits to venues including the Vietnam National Academy of Music and Hanoi Opera House. Student Nguyen Quynh Anh said live performances make classroom knowledge more memorable and accessible.
Hanoi plans a pilot experiential music appreciation program at cultural institutions for 20 secondary schools and 10 high schools, combining classroom preparation with direct concert attendance, the report states.
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