Venture down Sani street on a weekday afternoon and you may hear the sounds of Ma Brrr, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Purcell, Michael Jackson, fanfares, umxhentso, dubstep, Bob Marley, Jonas Gwangwa… or something else you’ve never heard before. Trombones, marimbas, bass guitar… piano, voices, cellos, drums… shouts, whispers, booms, clicks, screams… it’s the sound of young people working, playing; the singing of beating hearts and the creaking of expanding minds. Access Music Project (AMP) is an Eastern Cape music education centre connecting young people with their creative identities and opportunities in the creative economy, in partnership with local schools. AMP was established in response to the problem of young potential musicians not having access to music studies. In many schools music is not an option for study, and arts in general have little priority. AMP’s model is that of a centre where human and physical resources are pooled to serve learners from various under-resourced schools, enabling the creation of a well-equipped, diverse and high quality music programme. Engagement with arts provides a space in which children can explore those parts of their selves that cannot be understood through words, and develop critical and alternative ways of thinking and expression. The opportunity to study music formally can open up another world of pathways for children who are talented and aspiring musicians.
One more sleep...
We can't wait to celebrate with AMP and it's community of learners, teachers, parents, staff, funders and friends. Come and experience the music and the joy 🎶
We can't wait to watch a concert of all the hard work everyone has put in this year! 🤩
Marching Drummers in action!
Come and support them as they take to the stage for the first time.
AMP End of Year Concert.
11 November 14h30
Amazwi SA Museum of Literature
R50 Tickets at the door
Come and join in the fun!
Rehearsals are in full swing for our concert.
AMP End of Year Concert
11 November
14h30
Amazwi SA Museum of Literature
R50 Tickets at the door
Come and hear what Access Music Project is all about!
The Concert will showcase a wide range of musical styles performed by AMP soloists, small ensembles and the AMP Orchestra.
AMP is an Eastern Cape music education centre connecting young people with their creative and musical identities as well as opportunities for them to take part in the music industry. AMP does this by opening access for school learners to develop their musical skills in preparation for formal qualifications and/or industry opportunities in music.
The concert will be directed by AMP founder and Music Director; Gareth Walwyn. Refered to as "Mister" by the students, "Mr." writes for and conducts the Ochestra. AMP's unique orchestral repertoire is well-known for it's distinctively South African flavour.
Contact information for tickets, bookings and queries.
visit the website accessmusic.org.za/donate
WhatsApp or Call 071 121 4081
email amp@accessmusic.org.za
We've been busy...
Our core team at AMP has been working hard putting up notice boards donateRhodes University Department of Music and Musicologyology. The Band Room has been a hive of activity and the learners have responded by spending time jamming in the rearranged space.
Many thanks to Boudina McConnachie for inviting AMP learners to Symphony Spectacular held at the Guy Butler Theatre.
Our learners were delighted to see many of the AMP teachers and staff taking part in this extraordinary community event:
Gareth Walwyn (Artistic Director/Tuba/Udu)
Themba Mthee Mashobane (Cello)
Ilana Kretzmann Chirombo (Violin)
Athenkosi Nelane (Choral Conductor/Music Theory)
Devon Florence (Singing/Percussion)
Bridget Harrison (Project Manager/Piano)
Othandwayo Bill (Chorister)
Well done, Gareth and AMP!
Breathing life and music into a beautiful saxophone donated by Megan Alves from Sedgefield.
Siyabulela Mfuku (saxophone) and his brother Bulelani Mfuku (bass guitar) began their musical journey at AMP and attended the first lesson ever given by founders Gareth Walwyn and Shiloh Marsh. They are both now dedicated and valued teachers at AMP.
If you have an instrument you no longer use and would like to donate, please contact us.
AMP learners were enthralled with the workshop given by the 'Big 5 Brass Quintet' at the Joza Youth Hub. Three of our brass learners sat side by side with members of the quintet whilst learning about the importance of warming up and technical exercises through practical demonstrations.
We attended their concert in the evening and the whole day was an amazing experience. Thanks to George Foster, Brendan Kierman, Mike Magner, Eugene Kierman, Nick Green and Heinrich Lategan for the generosity of their time and knowledge and INSPIRING us all!
Excited to host the Big 5 Brass Quintet for a Masterclass/Workshop at AMP ahead of their evening performance in Makhanda.
All are welcome to attend this shared learning experience.
AMP Internal Concert : 21 September 2023
What a vibe, what a thrill!
Our learners outdid themselves in a wonderful celebration of music. Taking part is compulsory for our instrumental learners giving them practice and confidence in performing. The audience of fellow learners gave encouraging support to everyone who took part and we were awed by the progress and talent on display.
Well done to the learners, teachers, interns and everyone who contributes to making AMP possible.
One more sleep...
We can't wait to celebrate with AMP and it's community of learners, teachers, parents, staff, funders and friends. Come and experience the music and the joy 🎶
We can't wait to watch a concert of all the hard work everyone has put in this year! 🤩
Marching Drummers in action!
Come and support them as they take to the stage for the first time.
AMP End of Year Concert.
11 November 14h30
Amazwi SA Museum of Literature
R50 Tickets at the door
Come and join in the fun!
Rehearsals are in full swing for our concert.
AMP End of Year Concert
11 November
14h30
Amazwi SA Museum of Literature
R50 Tickets at the door
Come and hear what Access Music Project is all about!
The Concert will showcase a wide range of musical styles performed by AMP soloists, small ensembles and the AMP Orchestra.
AMP is an Eastern Cape music education centre connecting young people with their creative and musical identities as well as opportunities for them to take part in the music industry. AMP does this by opening access for school learners to develop their musical skills in preparation for formal qualifications and/or industry opportunities in music.
The concert will be directed by AMP founder and Music Director; Gareth Walwyn. Refered to as "Mister" by the students, "Mr." writes for and conducts the Ochestra. AMP's unique orchestral repertoire is well-known for it's distinctively South African flavour.
Contact information for tickets, bookings and queries.
visit the website accessmusic.org.za/donate
WhatsApp or Call 071 121 4081
email amp@accessmusic.org.za
We've been busy...
Our core team at AMP has been working hard putting up notice boards donateRhodes University Department of Music and Musicologyology. The Band Room has been a hive of activity and the learners have responded by spending time jamming in the rearranged space.
