Contemporary Music Lessons In Cape Town

The genre of music known as adult contemporary is a wide ranging variation of popular music that ranges from vocal-rich melodies of the 1960s to music of modern times that features primarily ballad-based textures, while incorporating a distinct rock influence to one degree or another. The kinds of musical genres that are associated with the style include hip-hop, hard rock, R&B, and some variations of teenage popular music.

A growing number of educational institutions are offering full degree programmes in contemporary music, as opposed to the traditional classical and jazz avenues which were the only ones previously available. In the city of Cape Town in South Africa, the inclusion of contemporary music in structured educational programmes is becoming increasingly popular. While full-fledged degree programmes are not available just yet, promising progress is being made in terms of making this kind of musical tuition available to those who choose to commit to it. An increasing number of music schools are providing contemporary music classes.

Established private schools

The Jazz Workshop was established in 1965 and has provided music lessons on practically all instruments for decades now, as well as vocal training. A wide range of musical instruction is provided at the Jazz Workshop including rock, pop, swing and blues. An effort is made to craft a learning environment that is casual and laid-back, and one that makes the goal of learning music thoroughly enjoyable for any student regardless of their age or skill level.

The Jazz Workshop also serves as an invaluable resource in terms of providing a platform where like-minded musicians can network. The workshop notice-board has evolved into a busy forum for the exchange of ideas, and numerous bands have been formed over the years as a result. Combine all this with an in-house music store that provides great discounts on instruments to students, and you have one of Cape Town's most respected music tuition institutions. More information can be found at www.jazzworkshop.co.za.

Jam Rock Music School was founded in 1998 and has been providing high quality informal contemporary music classes ever since. It is the stated mission of this music school to provide students with the best level of individualised music lessons in a class environment that is relaxed and abounding with creativity. Students have the freedom of focusing on the music style they are passionate about while simultaneously learning all the theory that is required to make them proficient musicians.

Jam Rock Music School is located in the northern suburbs of Cape Town and has evolved over the years into a formidable music school with a sizeable team of full-time and part-time music instructors, and as many as 200 students enrolled. The school places a special emphasis on musical styles that have a heavy rock influence, but not at the exclusion of other styles that students may be interested in learning. The provision of sound engineering classes is another aspect of Jam Rock Music School. More information can be obtained on their website at www.jamrock.co.za.

Private tuition

In addition to pursuing the established school strategy, prospective students interested in learning a musical instrument can also approach a large number of private instructors who advertise their services in local classifieds publications and newspapers. Instruction can be found through this avenue in everything from guitar lessons, to vocal training and piano lessons.

Learning to play a musical instrument requires a certain degree of commitment, but it can be a deeply rewarding experience. Whether the motivation is to play solely for personal enjoyment, or with aspirations of carving out a career in music, either approach is perfectly legitimate. It's never too late to start making music. Now is as good a time as any. Check out these great music schools and the music lessons they offer today!

I'm a freelance writer living in Cape Town, South Africa. Born on July 22nd 1974, I am single with no kids.