Bridges Academy in Langa officially launched
The Bridges Academy in Langa by Bridges for Music is officially open.
After successfully launching the academy’s pilot intake in July this year, Bridges for Music in partnership with Nando’s, Pioneer DJ, Resident Advisor and other industry players, officially opened the doors to Bridges Academy to the public on Thursday, 14 November 2019.
The Bridges Academy is a hub of creation and learning where young, talented students can pursue their creative dreams, develop their skills and share their passion for music among other art forms. The curriculum goes beyond music and incorporates entrepreneurial training and a mindfulness program providing a cutting-edge approach to creative education.
The project has been heavily supported by Nando’s, who are committed to nurturing South Africa’s creative talent. All interior design and art adorning the school was curated by Lynch-Lee Studios and sourced through the renowned Nando’s art and design programmes, further cementing a well-rounded partnership.
The Nando’s Music Exchange
Through the partnership with Nando’s, students have an opportunity to showcase their talent to new audiences. This year there have been numerous performances most notably at the Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival at Constitutional Hill as well as the Nando’s Music Exchange in London.
The Nando’s Music Exchange brings together young musicians from across the Nando’s world for cross-cultural musical collaborations and mentorship with accomplished music industry experts.
In 2019, three Bridges Academy students took part in the Nando’s Music Exchange which hosted more than 40 musicians from around the world at the iconic Roundhouse venue in London.
Bridges for Music and partners have put in a tremendous amount of work to make this inspiring initiative come to fruition. The result: the amazing Bridges Academy in Langa!
