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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.

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Do you remember your first day of stepping into your dream? Yesterday we welcomed learners into our Early Access Programme. Excitement prevailed despite the wet weather.

Thanks to our Intern team, especially Yolanda Bonani (marching drums), Theresa Dwyer & Charles Antrobus (Theory) and Uyathandwa Madinda (EAP Facilitator) for a fabulous afternoon.

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AMP's STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

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Do you remember your first day of stepping into your dream? Yesterday we welcomed learners into our Early Access Programme. Excitement prevailed despite the wet weather.

Thanks to our Intern team, especially Yolanda Bonani (marching drums), Theresa Dwyer & Charles Antrobus (Theory) and Uyathandwa Madinda (EAP Facilitator) for a fabulous afternoon. 

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or 
collaboration / partnerships

AMPs STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

#sef Joza Youth Hub Social Employment FundImage attachmentImage attachment
3 days ago
Access Music Project

AMP Alumni performing at Rhodes University Department of Music and Musicology and showcasing Jazz.

Bulelani Mfuku (Bass Guitar), Siyabulela Mfuku (Alto Saxophone), Sinesipho Geelbooi (Drums), Sisipho Mangete (Trombone) & new friend Thami (Piano)
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Behind the scenes, the AMP team has been working hard to prepare for the start of the year.

Every day is a joy to work with our Social Employment Fund participants, mostly alumni of AMP, who are gaining experience in office administration and significantly contributing to the running of AMP.

Thank you team - great teamwork this week!

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or
collaboration / partnerships

AMP's STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

#sef Industrial Development Corporation The Learning Trust
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Behind the scenes, the AMP team has been working hard to prepare for the start of the year. 

Every day is a joy to work with our Social Employment Fund participants, mostly alumni of AMP, who are gaining experience in office administration and significantly contributing to the running of AMP.

Thank you team - great teamwork this week! 

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or 
collaboration / partnerships

AMPs STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

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Music theory lessons take place once a week at AMP for all learners. Theresa Dwyer is making use of the Kodaly teaching method and teaching theory through embodiment - clapping, singing etc - for the first 2 years of our programme.

Many thanks to Postnet Grahamstown for printing our first set of workbooks for the new 2025 class group. We are excited to see how the Kodaly approach and foundation gives our learners a strong base for understanding music theory.

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or
collaboration / partnerships

AMP's STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

#sef Industrial Development Corporation
... See MoreSee Less

Music theory lessons take place once a week at AMP for all learners. Theresa Dwyer is making use of the Kodaly teaching method and teaching theory through embodiment - clapping, singing etc - for the first 2 years of our programme. 

Many thanks to Postnet Grahamstown for printing our first set of workbooks for the new 2025 class group. We are excited to see how the Kodaly approach and foundation gives our learners a strong base for understanding music theory. 

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or 
collaboration / partnerships

AMPs STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

#sef Industrial Development CorporationImage attachmentImage attachment

We welcomed our AMP Learners on Friday as another year begins. Eager and expectant, each learner has a clear sense of wanting to make progress and become a better musician.

Many thanks to Siyabulela Mfuku who led the welcome and went through the Code of Conduct for 2025 with all our learners. Our Social Employment Fund team of interns worked steadily through the week to prepare and always make the hard work fun with their approach.

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or
collaboration / partnerships

AMP's STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

#sef Industrial Development Corporation Joza Youth Hub
... See MoreSee Less

We welcomed our AMP Learners on Friday as another year begins. Eager and expectant, each learner has a clear sense of wanting to make progress and become a better musician.

Many thanks to Siyabulela Mfuku who led the welcome and went through the Code of Conduct for 2025 with all our learners. Our Social Employment Fund team of interns worked steadily through the week to prepare and always make the hard work fun with their approach.

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or 
collaboration / partnerships

AMPs STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

#sef Industrial Development Corporation Joza Youth Hub
2 months ago
Access Music Project

We've reached the end of our year on a high note with a fabulous concert! The progress of our young musicians has been a joy to witness and 2025 holds the promise to be full of music.

Thank you to the community which makes AMP possible from learners, teachers, parents, staff, supporters and funders. It is an incredible team effort to create this opportunity for so many.

Do you want to sponsor a learner for the year or enable them enter their grade 5 international music exam with ABRSM / Trinity College? Contact us to play a part in their journey.

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or
collaboration / partnerships
accessmusic.org.za/about/ (donate)

AMP's STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians, performers and creative professionals.
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RUCE: Rhodes University Community Engagement Joza Youth Hub The Learning Trust St Andrew's College Soweto String Quartet Rhodes University Department of Music and Musicology Mpuma Kapa TV ABRSM Andrew Moyake Public School kutliso Daniels secondary school National Lotteries Commission Sony Music News Grocott's Mail National Youth Jazz Festival, Makhanda Dave Koz Grahamstown parkrun African Musical Instruments Major Fraser's Verge of Change Makhanda
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Weve reached the end of our year on a high note with a fabulous concert! The progress of our young musicians has been a joy to witness and 2025 holds the promise to be full of music.

Thank you to the community which makes AMP possible from learners, teachers, parents, staff, supporters and funders. It is an incredible team effort to create this opportunity for so many. 

Do you want to sponsor a learner for the year or enable them enter their grade 5 international music exam with ABRSM / Trinity College? Contact us to play a part in their journey.

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or 
collaboration / partnerships
https://accessmusic.org.za/about/ (donate) 

AMPs STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians, performers and creative professionals.
#sonyglobalsocialjusticefund 
#sef
RUCE: Rhodes University Community Engagement Joza Youth Hub The Learning Trust St Andrews College Soweto String Quartet Rhodes University Department of Music and Musicology Mpuma Kapa TV ABRSM Andrew Moyake Public School kutliso Daniels secondary school National Lotteries Commission Sony Music News Grocotts Mail National Youth Jazz Festival, Makhanda Dave Koz Grahamstown parkrun African Musical Instruments Major Frasers Verge of Change MakhandaImage attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment
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Do you remember your first day of stepping into your dream? Yesterday we welcomed learners into our Early Access Programme. Excitement prevailed despite the wet weather.

Thanks to our Intern team, especially Yolanda Bonani (marching drums), Theresa Dwyer & Charles Antrobus (Theory) and Uyathandwa Madinda (EAP Facilitator) for a fabulous afternoon.

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or
collaboration / partnerships

AMP's STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

#sef Joza Youth Hub Social Employment Fund
... See MoreSee Less

Do you remember your first day of stepping into your dream? Yesterday we welcomed learners into our Early Access Programme. Excitement prevailed despite the wet weather.

Thanks to our Intern team, especially Yolanda Bonani (marching drums), Theresa Dwyer & Charles Antrobus (Theory) and Uyathandwa Madinda (EAP Facilitator) for a fabulous afternoon. 

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or 
collaboration / partnerships

AMPs STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

#sef Joza Youth Hub Social Employment FundImage attachmentImage attachment
3 days ago
Access Music Project

AMP Alumni performing at Rhodes University Department of Music and Musicology and showcasing Jazz.

Bulelani Mfuku (Bass Guitar), Siyabulela Mfuku (Alto Saxophone), Sinesipho Geelbooi (Drums), Sisipho Mangete (Trombone) & new friend Thami (Piano)
... See MoreSee Less

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Behind the scenes, the AMP team has been working hard to prepare for the start of the year.

Every day is a joy to work with our Social Employment Fund participants, mostly alumni of AMP, who are gaining experience in office administration and significantly contributing to the running of AMP.

Thank you team - great teamwork this week!

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or
collaboration / partnerships

AMP's STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

#sef Industrial Development Corporation The Learning Trust
... See MoreSee Less

Behind the scenes, the AMP team has been working hard to prepare for the start of the year. 

Every day is a joy to work with our Social Employment Fund participants, mostly alumni of AMP, who are gaining experience in office administration and significantly contributing to the running of AMP.

Thank you team - great teamwork this week! 

Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
funding
donations
volunteering or 
collaboration / partnerships

AMPs STORY
AMP was established in 2011 and has continued to grow from strength to strength through the support of a community of learners, teachers, friends and funders.

We have a carefully structured series of programmes from foundational music learning at primary school level, up to our Internship programmes at post-school level, which assist with bridging learners to tertiary studies and the creative industry.

VISION
For South Africa’s youth to have equal ACCESS to music education, creative industry, cultural heritage and artistic possibilities.

MISSION
To enable young musical people, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to realise musical futures through a solid and competitive music education, towards the development of outstanding musicians,

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