MAKING MUSIC MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Using art music to inspire every child and young adult to realize their dreams and transform societies.

Empowering Lives Through Music

The Art of Music was founded in 2009 with a mission to promote the performance and appreciation of art music in Kenya and to use its transformative power to change lives, particularly of those living in underprivileged areas of the country. We believe art music, with its traditions of structure, discipline, and excellence, can offer a great awakening and opportunity to a broad spectrum of Kenyan youth.

Through its initiatives, the Art of Music Foundation supports thousands of children across projects in Nairobi and Mombasa and is engaged in social welfare programs to support the wider community of parents, siblings, and family members.

PROGRAMMES & INITIATIVES

The Art of Music Foundation’s programme nurture young talent through music, dance and orchestral training while providing social welfare support for their families and communities. From Ghetto classics to national youth orchestras, our initiatives create pathways for personal growth, discipline and opportunity.

Three children playing flutes at an indoor event, wearing matching T-shirts.

Get Involved

Donate

Support music education, social welfare, and youth development across our programmes. Your contribution helps turn talent into opportunity.

Children playing string instruments in a music class, with some wearing face masks.

Sponsor A Student

Provide a young musician with lessons, mentorship, and essential support.
Your sponsorship creates stability and long-term impact.

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Volunteer

Share your time, skills, or expertise with our community programmes.
Help shape lives through music, mentorship, and service.

Impact Snapshot

3000+

Youth in our programmes since 2009

Hours of both in person and online musical instruction in 2024.

1500

New Students in 13 centres throughout Kenya this year

389

of food support given through our programmes

1.5 Tons

Assorted Instruments for our school program

476

Students received artistic scholarships in 2024

5