We, at the Academy, feel obliged to create opportunities for our children
in the communities to be active in music education and in so doing some of the social pathologies we are faced with on a daily basis can be eradicated.
To identify and develop the musical talents of persons from historically disadvantaged communities and others.
To draw upon the existing core of music teachers to take responsibility for small ensembles in targeted schools.
To work toward the establishment of ensembles, both small and large, as an expression of the musical prowess of the community.
The Athlone Academy of Music (AAM) is a non-profit organization established in 1994 with the sole aim of providing music tuition within the Athlone area.
Follow our latest news and events...
The Athlone Academy of Music, a non-profit organisation and fully fledged community music school, established in 1994, draws students...
The Athlone Academy of Music (AAM) is a non-profit organisation with the sole aim to provide music tuition to children living in disadvantaged communities. Music tuition has shown to help with discipline, motivation and a sense of belonging. Each child who joins our programme is a separate success story. Amongst the children there are always some who we are exceptionally proud of.
Jevano Swartz, Age 21 years"Jevano now 21 years comes from a very poor home (single –parent family) but with a great interest in music. Now he has learnt playing the silver flute and has progressed to join our Symphony Orchestra. .He has been accepted at the University of Cape Town and is currently studying BMus."
Lance Thuynsma, Age 22 years"Over a period of 4 years he has learnt to be an excellent player of the clarinet. Now he is also furthering his career in music at the UCT (University of Cape Town) doing BMus."
Craig Petersen, Age 27 years"Craig comes from a very disadvantaged community where drugs and alcohol are rife. He has succeeded to rise above all his adversities and has passed his grade 8 music exam with a distinction. He was accepted at Stellenbosch University to do the Certificate Course and is currently working with the SA Army Band. He is also the Theory Teacher at the Athlone Academy of Music."
Samantha Julius & Stacey Carelse, Age 22 years & 21 years"Samantha and Stacey (playing Piano ) have both been placed on the Honorary Roll (they are listed among the top achievers) at Unisa ( University of South Africa) for their excellent results in their practical and theory exams."
Angus Petersen, Aged 27 years"Angus graduated from the Academy ± 10 years as a trombone player and is currently still with the SA Army Band."
Patrick Kays, Aged 29"Patrick graduated from the Academy ±12 years ago and was auditioned and accepted to play in the SA Navy Band. He is currently still with the Navy Band. (Trumpet Player)"
Ochestra,"We are also extremely proud of many of our students who have progressed exceptionally well. They auditioned and are now members of the Cape Town Youth Philharmonic Orchestra."
General,"The students have performed at many prestigious events eg. Performances at French Embassy, Slovak Embassy, Schools Arts Competition (Artscape) Morning Melodies (Baxter Theatre), Athlone News 30th Celebration, Weddings, Funerals and Birthday Celebrations. We have undertaken six successful European Music Tours . The students have performed at concerts in Hungary, Budapest, Slovakia , Bratislava, Germany and Austria."
