Sometimes, opportunity is music to someone's ears.
A clarinet in the hands of a gifted young musician. A choir discovering the power of singing together. A child playing an instrument for the very first time.
Music has an extraordinary ability to bring people together, crossing cultural, social and language barriers. But talent alone is not always enough. Sometimes, all that's missing is an instrument, a teacher or the opportunity to perform.
Over the years, Proud Partners has helped create those opportunities by connecting young musicians with instruments, tuition, financial assistance and people who believe in their potential.
From individual performers to school bands and internationally acclaimed choirs, these are some of the stories that struck a chord with us.
David Cyster
From promising young musician to accomplished clarinettist.
At seventeen, David Cyster was already collecting national music awards. But there was one instrument he needed to take his talent further. Discover how Proud Partners helped him acquire an A clarinet and follow his remarkable musical journey from Kuils River to the concert stage.
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Stellenbosch University Choir
A world stage. A place for every voice.
When the internationally acclaimed Stellenbosch University Choir travelled to Russia for the 2016 World Choir Games, not every student could afford the trip. Discover how Proud Partners helped talented young singers join their fellow choristers on the world stage.
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Tygerberg Children's Choir
Little voices. International acclaim.
One of South Africa's most celebrated children's choirs has taken its notable talent around the world. Proud Partners helped young choristers participate in international competitions and experience the opportunities their exceptional musical abilities deserved.
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Junior Rosa Choir
Different voices. One beautiful sound.
Bringing children from different communities together through the joy of singing, the Junior Rosa Choir celebrates more than musical talent. It's an opportunity to discover friendship, understanding and the remarkable harmony that can emerge when people sing together.
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5th St Peter's Scouts
No April Fool's. A dream come true.
When a group of young Scouts in Bloemfontein heard they were getting new instruments for their marching band, they thought it was an April Fool's joke. Discover the wonderfully unexpected surprise Proud Partners had in store.
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Instrument Donors
Some instruments deserve an encore.
From a saxophone once sacrificed for a wedding ring to a violin that found a talented new owner, discover how generous music lovers helped Proud Partners put four instruments into the hands of aspiring young musicians.
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Artscape Wellington Youth Band
From borrowed instruments to the international stage.
They started out borrowing instruments for Saturday rehearsals. Before long, they were entertaining diplomats at the Consular Ball. Discover how Proud Partners helped a talented group of young Wellington musicians find their rhythm.
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Durbanville Children's Home
A little music. A lot of heart.
Fifteen recorders, a keyboard and a very special visit from South African singer Nianell. Discover how Proud Partners helped bring music, encouragement and new possibilities to the children of Durbanville Children's Home.
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Soyisile Primary School
Some performances mean more than awards.
In 2005, singer Nianell chose a concert for children in Khayelitsha over an awards ceremony at Sun City. Discover how a new keyboard, music lessons and one extraordinary performer helped Proud Partners bring music to a deserving school.
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The Belhar Project
Giving musical talent a head start.
When Proud Partners discovered that young musicians at Belhar High School were starting their training too late, we helped develop a programme involving 14 primary schools, 28 teachers and dozens of aspiring musicians.
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Ermelo Music Project
After school, the music began.
When a determined maths teacher in Ermelo set out to bring music into her community, Proud Partners helped turn her idea into an expanding programme of instruments, lessons and teacher training across three local schools.
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Pick A Pal
First a song. Then a friendship.
Fourteen schools, different languages and a whole lot of new friendships. Discover how Proud Partners' Pick A Pal initiative brought young children from different communities together through songs, drawings and shared experiences.
Explore Project →Sometimes, happiness comes with chips.
Not every Proud Partners project needs a grand plan. Sometimes, all it takes is a little thoughtfulness, a beautiful setting and something delicious to eat.
Earlier in 2026, Proud Partners treated the Lesedi Primary School Choir to an outing at Bloubergstrand, where approximately 100 learners and staff enjoyed fish and chips, cooldrinks and, of course, ice cream.
An absolute treat for the children who have never seen the ocean and traveled through the night from Soshanguve, a township situated north of Pretoria in the Gauteng province!
A simple gesture. A lovely day out. And hopefully some wonderful memories to take home.
Because making a difference can also mean simply making someone's day.