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.
Celebrating Youth Day with St Andrew's College was a joy. We were left inspired, encouraged and grateful to play a part in raising the next generation.
May they find their voice and have the courage to be heard.
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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.
Joza Youth Hub RUCE: Rhodes University Community Engagement ABRSM Sony Music News
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To be a teacher is to open the way for others to discover their dormant potential. AMP is fortunate to have a remarkable team of teachers and staff who give of their best to enable our students.
Music theory is an important part of understanding and unlocking the wonders of music.
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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.
Best wishes to all our AMP learners as they enter their mid year exam week.
Feel free to send a good wish in the comments...
Many thanks to our teachers and staff who share their time, passion and commitment to enable these young musicians.
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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.
What an awesome visit to African Musical Instruments. Our AMP learners got to see how Marimbas are made and try out the variety of instruments on offer in the showroom.
Many thanks to Ben Carver and his team for this insightful and inspiring experience.
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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.
The AMP Wind Band closed the Gala Concert with a standing ovation. What a fabulous week of Music in Makhanda. Well done to all our young musicians.
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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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AMP soloists at the St Andrew's College Music Festival. What a fabulous event with performances to makes us all so proud.
Congratulations to everyone involved from students to teachers, parents to funders and the musical community of Makhanda.
Many thanks to St.Andrews College for this opportunity to perform.
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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.
RUCE: Rhodes University Community Engagement Rhodes University Department of Music and Musicology ABRSM Sony Music News Music Society of Makhanda National Lotteries Commission Industrial Development Corporation The Learning Trust Nombulelo Secondary School Andrew Moyake Public School Ntsika Secondary School
Well done to all of your performers - the soloists as well as the orchestra - they are wonderful musicians!
We can't wait to take part inSt Andrew's College;s College Music Festival this week. The sound of practicing, extra lessons and accompaniment can be heard all over AMP this week!
Come and support our 18 solo participants on Wednesday between 08h30-10h30. Our AMP Orchestra will perform in the evening in the Ensemble RUCE: Rhodes University Community EngagementEJoza Youth Hub Rhodes University Department of Music and MusicologyMusicology
So looking forward to hearing your performances!
What a concert!
AMP learners, alumni, teachers and staff are members of the MCO. Every Friday evening we rehearse and have the amazing opportunity to connect with musicians from across Makhanda.
Developing musicianship through mentoring and friendship.
Thank you to everyone who made it possible.
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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.
Rhodes University Department of Music and Musicology RUCE: Rhodes University Community Engagement Joza Youth Hub ABRSM Graeme College Social Employment Fund Sony Music News St Andrew's College Hotstix Mabuse Music Society of Makhanda kutliso Daniels secondary school Andrew Moyake Public School National Lotteries Commission Industrial Development Corporation DSG Grahamstown Nombulelo Secondary School The Learning Trust
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We keep our Band Room for Jamming and this afternoon has had AMP dancing to the beat of Liphelo Manyati (piano) and Siphelele Noqayi (drums).
Both students are taking lessons on other instruments but in the Band Room students share knowledge and explore making music.
Creativity abounds!
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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.
Makana Community Orchestra Nombulelo Secondary School Ntsika Secondary School RUCE: Rhodes University Community Engagement Joza Youth Hub Graeme College ABRSM Sony Music News Social Employment Fund St Andrew's College Music Society of Makhanda Victoria Girls' High School National Lotteries Commission DSG Grahamstown Industrial Development Corporation Andrew Moyake Public School kutliso Daniels secondary school Schreiner: Karoo Writers Festival Mpuma Kapa TV Rhodes University Department of Music and Musicology
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To be a teacher is to open the way for others to discover their dormant potential. AMP is fortunate to have a remarkable team of teachers and staff who give of their best to enable our students.
Music theory is an important part of understanding and unlocking the wonders of music.
Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
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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.
Best wishes to all our AMP learners as they enter their mid year exam week.
Feel free to send a good wish in the comments...
Many thanks to our teachers and staff who share their time, passion and commitment to enable these young musicians.
Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
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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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What an awesome visit to African Musical Instruments. Our AMP learners got to see how Marimbas are made and try out the variety of instruments on offer in the showroom.
Many thanks to Ben Carver and his team for this insightful and inspiring experience.
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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.
The AMP Wind Band closed the Gala Concert with a standing ovation. What a fabulous week of Music in Makhanda. Well done to all our young musicians.
Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
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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.
This content isn't available right now
When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.And a well deserved standing ovation it was!!
AMP soloists at the St Andrew's College Music Festival. What a fabulous event with performances to makes us all so proud.
Congratulations to everyone involved from students to teachers, parents to funders and the musical community of Makhanda.
Many thanks to St.Andrews College for this opportunity to perform.
Join our community and become involved with support:
Sponsor a learner in 2025
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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.
RUCE: Rhodes University Community Engagement Rhodes University Department of Music and Musicology ABRSM Sony Music News Music Society of Makhanda National Lotteries Commission Industrial Development Corporation The Learning Trust Nombulelo Secondary School Andrew Moyake Public School Ntsika Secondary School
Well done to all of your performers - the soloists as well as the orchestra - they are wonderful musicians!