About – South African Music Foundation

About us

South African Music Foundation (SAMUFO) is a non-profit company dedicated to providing free and accessible music education. Founded in 2019 and registered in 2023. We use Music as a tool for positive transformation by providing top tier education and having our students certified with one of the global certification authorities. Inspiring our learners is an important part of our goal, our curriculum and teaching methods have been structured in such a way that it provide consistent inspiration to our learners. Some of our learners come from difficult backgrounds with different forms of abuse, addictions and quite pitiful circumstances.

We recognize this and create a space for these learners to be cared for. This we are able to achieve through partnerships with mental health practitioners and social workers.

At SAMUFO, we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in our programs. We recognize the unique cultural heritage of South Africa and aim to incorporate diverse musical traditions into our curriculum. Our programs are open to Individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or gender identity. Our programs are designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to become proficient musicians, while also fostering creativity, self-confidence, and a love of music. We are grateful for the support of our donors, volunteers, and partners who help us fulfill our mission. With their help, we can continue to provide access to quality music education and inspire future generations of musicians and creative thinkers.

SAMUFO offers a range of music education programs designed to meet the needs of people at different ages and skill levels. Our programs include:

Group Lessons: We offer group lessons for beginner level students. These lessons are taught by qualified music teachers and focus on developing basic music skills. Private Lessons: We offer one-on-one lessons for Intermediate and advanced-level students who want to improve their playing skills.

Ensemble Programs: We offer ensemble programs for students who want to play together and develop their performance skills. These programs provide students with the opportunity to perform in public and build their confidence. Music Camps: We organize music camps during school breaks to provide children with an immersive music education

experience. Our music camps include a range of activities, such as workshops, performances, and outdoor activities.

Programs Taught

Piano, Keyboard, Violin, Viola, Cello, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Trumpet, Euphonium, Trombone, French Horn, Tuba, Drums, Music Theory and Research.

Web Design and Management, Web and Mobile App Development,
Internet Security and Google Certification Courses.

Videography, Photography, Photo and Video Editing, Character Animations and 3D Modelling, Adobe Creative Suite.

Our learners are divided into different groups depending on their ages. All group lessons are taught weekly on Saturday and last 45 minutes for each age group. All private lessons are taught as an extra mural activity since we hope all our students should be in school during weekdays. Should this not be the case, provisions will be made to accommodate such scenario.

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