ALPHA INSTITUTE
The Alpha Institute (formerly Alpha Boys School) has been led by the Sisters of Mercy for more than 100 years, was a home to thousands of orphaned youth and is best known as the place where many of Jamaica’s most accomplished musicians got their start–from jazz man Dizzy Reece to the Skatalites to reggae icon Johnnie Osbourne. The Telegraph (UK) noted Alpha’s role in helping “to release the spirit of one of the most musical islands in world” and the BBC has called Alpha a “dream factory”. Now a day program, the non-profit school provides young men 16-22 years old with holistic music training, personal development and work experience. In addition to session and touring work, Alpha has been successful more recently in placing its students in jobs that include music technology and radio.
“THERE ARE ONLY THREE COUNTRIES WHOSE POPULAR MUSIC IS PLAYED ALL OVER THE WORLD — AMERICAN MUSIC, BRITISH MUSIC, AND JAMAICAN MUSIC. WE OWE MAXIMUM RESPECT AND THANKS TO THE ALPHA BOYS SCHOOL FOR ITS CONTRIBUTION TO THIS FACT.” – CHRIS BLACKWELL, FOUNDER OF ISLAND RECORDS
EDNA MANLEY COLLEGE
At the EMCVPA School of Music, a world of music awaits with faculty of seasoned and iconic musicians classically trained and authentically Caribbean. Want more information about admissions and programmes? Use the link below to contact the Registry and Student Services Departments which provide services and information to assist international students for a smooth transition to life at the College and in Jamaica.
MANIFESTO JA
Manifesto Jamaica is a youth-powered NGO, whose philosophy is education, exposure and empowerment through art and culture. We design and implement multi-disciplinary arts education and entrepreneurship programmes to inspire and uplift with community development goals includes reducing poverty, increasing awareness and social engagement.
