The highly anticipated AMA GROOVE Songwriting Camp is set to return in 2025, offering aspiring musicians, producers, and songwriters an unmissable opportunity to co-create and shape the future of global music. Organized by One Groove in collaboration with The Riky Rick Foundation, AUTOR, and NIROX, the week-long camp will take place from April 26th to May 3rd, 2025, at the scenic Kromdraai Impact and Co-Creativity Hub in the Cradle of Humankind.

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This exclusive camp aims to empower young talent by fostering collaboration, cultural exchange, and mentorship in a setting designed to inspire creativity. It offers participants the chance to refine their skills and form valuable industry connections while learning from renowned professionals. Over the course of the week, attendees will:

• Collaborate with fellow musicians, producers, and songwriters.
• Work on projects with the potential to become global breakthroughs.
• Learn from Masterclass Talks, workshops, and feedback sessions with industry experts.
• Expand their professional network, opening doors to future opportunities.

The AMA GROOVE Songwriting Camp also emphasizes cultural heritage and mental health awareness in the music industry. Participants will be encouraged to explore their roots and draw inspiration from other cultures in respectful and creative ways. The camp seeks to equip emerging musicians with the tools to navigate the complex and evolving landscape of the global music industry while promoting mental well-being.

Key highlights of the program include:

• Writing sessions and workshops are set against the breathtaking natural backdrop of the Cradle of Humankind.
• Inspirational talks from established artists and music industry professionals.
• A special musical workshop with Ubuntu Queens, a group of underprivileged girls from a nearby settlement.
• Attendance at CottonFest Joburg to draw creative inspiration from live performances.
• A listening session where participants will receive feedback from a panel of esteemed industry experts.

Applications for the 2025 AMA GROOVE Songwriting Camp are now open, and interested musicians, songwriters, and producers are encouraged to apply before the December 20th deadline. With the 2024 camp drawing over 1000 applicants and only 14 selected from South Africa and Denmark, competition is expected to be fierce. A curated panel of experts from One Groove, The Riky Rick Foundation, NIROX, and AUTOR will carefully review all submissions.

This is an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of music creation and collaboration. To be among the first to enter the open call, click [here].

For more information about the 2025 AMA GROOVE Songwriting Camp, visit Ama Groove Songwriting Camp (SA) | One Groove. Stay connected for updates on social media by engaging via Instagram.