Changing young lives through the magic of music
The Australian Children’s Music Foundation provides free, long term music programs and instruments to disadvantaged and Indigenous children across Australia, inspiring creativity and imagination while nurturing self-esteem and confidence.
Our music programs
Schools
All across Australia, disadvantaged children and youth engage in free, long-term music programs presented by our specialist teachers.
Juvenile Justice Centres
We believe that it is critical to create an outlet for youth in detention to express themselves in a positive way. #
Music Therapy
Children in hospital benefit immensely from the opportunity to engage in music lessons, presented by our specialist teachers.
National Songwriting Competition
Every year, students from across Australia are invited to put pen to paper and enter their original songs.
Latest News
FGX Q&A with ACMF Founder Don Spencer
In Future Generation Investments charity partner Q&A series, they speak to our Founder and CEO Don Spencer OAM. He shares how the ACMF music programs have transformed you
New Richmond Brass Band Program – with Poly Global
Recently, the Australian Children’s Music Foundation (ACMF) partnered with Poly Global to deliver a constructive music program at Richmond West Primary School in Melbourne,
ACMF Remote Learning Music Classes in Hillston NSW
There can be no doubt that the year 2020 has been a challenging year so far – between bushfires, flash floods, and the global pandemic Covid-19 outbreak. This has meant that
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Music education for children's emotional & mental well-being.
Don Spencer OAM
ACMF Founder
“I’ve seen firsthand, time and time again, how music sparks creativity and imagination. Music underpins the resilience and determination that many Australian kids need to overcome the challenges that life throws at them. The power of music can never be underestimated. A world without a music education is now a real one. The Australian Children’s Music Foundation works to redress this. READ MORE>>”
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