At Foster by AML, Esther’s experience and many other pupils reinforce our vision of bringing quality music education to socioeconomically disadvantaged children across Africa. Our core mission remains to raise a new generation of confident and resilient children who possess a deep appreciation for African music, as well as the skills and knowledge to pursue their artistic aspirations.

... there are those who never had the chance and, sadly, will never get to use their musical talents to captivate music enthusiasts or etch their mark on the enduring wall of African music fame.

Today, we are incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved. The African Music Library is now the only public library in the world offering such in-depth and extensive information on African music.

“You, Michael?” Some of his classmates taunted him. “Michael wants to sing. Maybe through the hole in its heels,” another teased, and the pupils laughed. “Let’s show some respect, everyone,” Mr. Adegbenro cautioned, silencing the teasing, and then he urged Michael to step forward. Instead, Michael sat back, his head bowed. His self-doubt and second thoughts were palpable.

“You, Michael?” Some of his classmates taunted him. “Michael wants to sing. Maybe through the hole in its heels,” another teased, and the pupils laughed. “Let’s show some respect, everyone,” Mr. Adegbenro cautioned, silencing the teasing, and then he urged Michael to step forward. Instead, Michael sat back, his head bowed. His self-doubt and second thoughts were palpable.