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THE MUSIC WE PLAY

Did You Know...

Every song features at least one past student of the Alpha music programme in Kingston, Jamaica. Founded in 1880, Alpha has helped launch the careers of jazz innovators, ska pioneers and reggae icons. Operated by the Sisters of Mercy of Jamaica, a Catholic order of nuns since 1890, Alpha continues to develop the next generation of music talent.

A short list of alumni.

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What are they saying about ABSR?

"WORTHY OF PAUSE AND ATTENTION."

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"A TOP 10 WORLD MUSIC STATION."

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5 on 5 with Cedric Brooks

5 on 5 with Cedric Brooks

5 on 5 with Cedric Brooks

Its a tough task to find 5 songs that define one of the most eclectic musicians from Jamaica.

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Vin Gordon Trombone

Vin Gordon Trombone

Past Student: Vin Gordon aka Don D Jr

At Studio One, Vin Gordon met Lee Perry and played with many reggae artists during the rock steady years.

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Tarrus Riley Joins Johnny Osbourne for the First Single from Osbourne's New Album

Tarrus Riley Joins Johnny Osbourne for the First Single from Osbourne's New Album

Tarrus Riley Joins Johnny Osbourne for the First Single from Osbourne's New Album

Osbourne and Riley revisit one of Osbourne's first hits which was itself based on a cover of The Spinners' “I’ll Be Around”, written by...

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Remembering Owen Gray

Remembering Owen Gray

Remembering Owen Gray

Past Alpha student Owen Gray (1939-2025) was one of Jamaica’s foundation singers. Many years of music accomplishments. Owen Gray (5 July...

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