Bassline Live Music Lab Initiative (South Africa)

Live Music Lab is a one-month long hands-on music training programme commencing on the 16th of September and concluding on the 11th of October.

Founded by Peter Gabriel, the ‘World of Music, Arts and Dance’ (WOMAD), is a highly successful project, boasting audiences of millions and spanning 30 different countries. It has been regarded as one of the world’s longest and most distinguished festivals. For the 2024 WOMAD South Africa Festival, a series of events and showcases will be hosted across the nation, featuring performances from the likes of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, PJ Powers, Zolani Mahol, Arno Carstens, as well as many other international acts.

While festivals are known to promise a good time, it takes a lot of behind-the-scenes work to bring these events to life. The best concerts rely on professionals with varying skills, working collectively to deliver a fantastic occasion. It takes teams of lighting operators, sound engineers, artist coordinators, publicity personnel and production managers working proficiently in their roles and collaboratively with the performing talent. With the Lab comes the possibility for professional growth in the fast-growing African music industry.

Eligibility Criteria 

• This exclusive opportunity is open to proactive youths based in township communities and central Cape Town who are interested in gaining skills in event management, concert promotion, and marketing within the music industry and technical production too.
  • You should be 18 to 25-year-old resident of Cape Town and its surroundings areas.
  • You should be living within a 40-minute radius from Rosebank, Cape Town.
  • You should be a solutions-driven team player with creative industry interests.

For more information, visit Bassline.