Alpha: It All Started May 1
The four women from Kingston in 1890 never knew that the Alpha the created would help put Jamaica on the map. The history of Alpha at 26...
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Marcelle Smith
Apr 302 min read
ALPHA WELCOMES OVERSEAS STUDENTS
The Alpha School of Music, best known for continuing Alpha’s 100+ year legacy in music education, is now opening its doors to overseas...
George
Apr 271 min read
Upward & Onward Is May 16, 6PM
It's that time of year again! Join us at 26 South Camp Road for Upward & Onward 2024. The Alpha School of Music presents the annual...
George
Apr 253 min read
8th Community Band Season with Support From The Sean Paul Foundation
The Alpha School of Music proudly announces the commencement of the eighth season of performances. The respected Alpha Community Band is...
George
Apr 42 min read
Ivan Neville's "Higher Education"-Listening=Supporting!
Listen. Enjoy. Support. "Higher Education" is great roots reggae music for a great cause. Naya Records, in association with Floki...
George
Apr 41 min read
Skatalites Diamond Jubilee USA Tour
60 years of Skatalites means one heck of a party in 2024! Originally together for just 2 years in the early 1960s, the Skatalites,...
George
Apr 32 min read
Jackie Willacey, Past Student and Bandmaster, Has Died
Carlton Seymore Willacey, 94, died in Florida, USA on 02 April 2024. Funeral Mass Services for Carlton Seymore Willacey (Jackie) will be...
George
Mar 81 min read
ABSR Celebrates The Women In Alpha's Life
We celebrate the Sisters of Mercy and their contributions to music education... The Sisters of Mercy of Jamaica have been leaders in...
George
Mar 31 min read
Watch Deep Roots (1982) BBC Series
A classic snapshot of Jamaican music and culture straight from the creators. In November 1982, a just-launched British TV station called...
George
Mar 12 min read
Alpha March Birthday Boys
The Alpha Boys School is grateful to share the music of Tommy McCook, Feluke, Don Drummond and Stingwray during their special month. In...
George
Feb 271 min read
Alpha Reggae Month Staff Spotlight
The Alpha School of Music is blessed with talented staff who have made special contributions to reggae music. The Alpha School of Music...
George
Feb 192 min read
Feb 28 Is Ska Night At Devon House. Make It A Date!
And don't be late for the Alpha School of Music Ska Night! Devon House Development Ltd. and The Alpha School of Music are pleased to...
George
Feb 92 min read
Remembering The Mother Theresa Of Reggae
Sister of Mercy. Jamaican. Sound system operator. Mother to hundreds of youth who benefited from her care. Sister Ignatius passed away...
George
Feb 71 min read
Feb 21-25. Island Music Conference
The annual Kingston link up for local and international music experts and practitioners. The IMC is set to host over a dozen panels and...
George
Feb 61 min read
Alpha Roll Call: The Marley Files
A selection of ska and reggae recorded by Bob Marley, The Wailers and Bob Marley & The Wailers that features Alpha past students. We...
Marcelle Smith
Feb 52 min read
“A SPONGE FOR MUSIC”: MEET ASOM STUDENT MICHAEL JONES
First year bass student is making the most of all Alpha has to offer. Born in Antigua, raised in Barbados and residing in Jamaica since...
George
Jan 131 min read
REBEL SALUTE 2024 TURNS 30 AND ALPHA WILL BE AT THE PARTY
Alpha past students Yellowman and Leroy Smart are set to perform on Night 2 at the 30th anniversary event. Rebel Salute 30 commences on...
Brittany Jackson
Dec 28, 20231 min read
Watch! Alpha 2023 Christmas Festival
The Alpha School of Music's 2023 Christmas Festival struck a triumphant chord December 14th inside the Alpha Courtyard. For the third...
Marcelle Smith
Dec 27, 20232 min read
“NEVER STOP LEARNING”: MEET ASOM STUDENT LEON CHANNER
"My experience at Alpha has given me so many opportunities. One of my main goals is to never stop learning music." Leon Channer is a...
Brittany Jackson
Dec 22, 20231 min read
8 Christmas songs to put you in a merry mood
Enjoy the Alpha Christmas Playlist from Alpha Boys School Radio! The Alpha Christmas Playlist features a mix of reggae, foundation...
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