Johannesburg, South Africa – Downtown Music Hub has announced a major new Music in Schools’ program that will bring 200 musicians to primary and high schools around Johannesburg.
This innovative program, funded under the Social Employment Fund (SEF) from the office of the President of South Africa, is designed to support social and economic activities across Johannesburg and to provide young people with the opportunity to learn about music from some of the country's most talented musicians.
The musicians, who have been selected for their expertise, passion for social development and experience, will be working informally with learners, sharing their knowledge and passion for music, and inspiring a new generation of musicians and music lovers.
"Music has the power to bring people together and to connect communities, and we believe that this program will make a real difference to the lives of young people across Johannesburg," said Mpume Mabuza, CEO at Downtown Music Hub. "As Downtown Music Hub, we are proud to be facilitating this program and to be playing a role in the development of South Africa's creative industries. We are confident that this initiative will help to nurture the talent of young musicians and provide a platform for their voices to be heard."
The Music in Schools’ program is set to run for a period of nine months and is expected to have a significant impact on the musical landscape of Johannesburg. Downtown Music Hub is committed to working closely with schools and the local community to ensure the success of this exciting new initiative.
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF SOUTH AFRICA LIMITED (IDC)
A national development finance institution established in 1940 to promote economic growth and industrial development, the IDC provides niche and innovative funding products aimed at enhancing and growing South Africa's industrial capabilities and, by extension, the rest of the African continent.
JICSEP
JICSEP is appointed by the Industrial Development Incorporation of South Africa Limited (IDC) to facilitate the execution of the Social Employment Fund programs within the greater Johannesburg area.
DOWNTOWN MUSIC HUB
Downtown Music Hub (DTMH) is a landmark recording facility located in the heart of Johannesburg, with more than 40 years of rich history and top charting records. Downtown Studios has been offering artists a truly inspirational and openly creative space for decades. DTMH is the coordinating partner with JICSEP in the execution of the Music In School program (as part of the Social Employment Fund) in the greater Johannesburg area.
For more information about the SEF Music in Schools’ program, please contact Sphe Mbhele – Business Development Manager (Downtown Music Hub) via email sphe@dtmh.co.za or 072 058 6675.
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