Frequency 92.7 MHz FM | Branding ArtSound Repeater(s) 90.3 MHz Tuggeranong | |
Slogan Canberra's Own Music and Arts Radio | ||
ArtSound FM (callsign 1ART) is a community radio station broadcasting to Canberra from studios in the suburb of Manuka. Its format is fine music and arts programming.
ArtSound was established in the early 1980s under the name Canberra Stereo Public Radio. It is a volunteer run organisation and is listener funded with support from the ACT Government and the Community Broadcasting Foundation.
ArtSound is a member of the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia and the Australian Fine Music Network. The station also operates ArtSound Audio Services with production/recording studios providing facilities for audio recording, CD duplication and archiving.
Programming
ArtSound plays a mix of Jazz, Classical, Blues, Folk and World music. It also features programming on literature, theatre, film, spoken word, art exhibitions and local concerts. Part of its commitment to the community is supporting local music and the arts.