Who We Are
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.
Our Mission
To empower young people by providing access to music education, creative opportunities, and mentorship that encourage self-expression, discipline, and community connection.
Our Vision
A future where every young person, regardless of background, has the opportunity to explore their creativity and build confidence through music.
The Leadership Team
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Elizabeth Njoroge
Founder & Executive Director
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Julius Kip'ngetich
Chairman
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Judy Macharia
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Irene Mukiri
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Peter Maddens
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Duncan Wambugu.
Our Centres
Head Office
NBST, Ngara Road, Nairobi
Ghetto Classics, Mukuru
Reuben Centre,Mukuru Kwa Reuben
Ghetto Classics, Mombasa
Mikindani Primary School, Mombasa
Ghetto Classics, Korogocho
St John’s Church and Community Centre, Korogocho
National Youth Orchestra of Kenya
Various Centres (Residential Programme)
Safaricom Youth Orchestra
Safaricom Headquarters, Waiyaki Way, Nairobi
Our Partners & Sponsors
The Art of Music Foundation is forever grateful to our sponsors, whose generosity facilitates the growth and success of our projects.
This year, we received support from the following individuals and organizations:
Sponsors
EAST AFRICA RE-INSURANCE
CREATIVE VISIONS FOUNDATION
BORLETTI BUITONI TRUST LONDON
DATA SAVANNA LTD
FOUNDATION ROSTENNE
BRIAN KAMIRI
DAVIS & SHIRTLIFF LTD
CORINNE SCHULTZ
FARM TO FEED LIMITED
ROBERT HOWARD
ROSANNA NEVARD
STONEX FINANCIAL LTD
DYNAMO SP Z O O
ROSANNA NEVARD
HARRIET ARNOLD FAULKES
JAMES PHILIP MAINA NDEGWA
PROJECT MUSIC HEALS US
TERRANOVA TEAM
PEMBROKE HOUSE SCHOOL
RUBYSTYNE & KIRK W WHALUM
TANA ANTHONY
VZW
THE M-PESA FOUNDATION
THE RENAISSANCE WAY
YOUTH THEATRE KENYA
CHARITY CONNECT
WORLD BANK/UK FOUNDATION
ZELBO LIMITED
SEGAL FOUNDATION
POLISH FOUNDATION
LYDIA CHARLOTTE JOHNSON
JEF NEVE
EMMRICH REBECCA
STEPHANIE SCHILLER
VDH DEV LIMITED
GENERAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE
LUCY SQUIRE
GATHER VENTURES
KERENZA PEACOCK
JOHN GICHUNGU
THE REGISTERED BHAGWAJI
ST MICHAELS ANGELS CHURCH
Statistics Overview
3000+
Youth in our programmes since 2009
1.5 Tons
0f food support given through our programmes
1500+
Hours of both in person and online musical instruction in 2024
476
Assorted Instruments for our school programs
389
New Students in 13 centres throughout Kenya this year
5
Students received artistic scholarships in 2024
