The Johannesburg Music Initiative (JMI) was established during 2002 to ensure that South Africans in all areas can be exposed to orchestral music and instruments. It also addresses the gap between music students and professional musicians by creating opportunities for those who have the desire to progress to that level.
Music appreciation is achieved through the exposure of schoolchildren, teenagers and young adults to a variety of music forms using classical instruments.
Music participation is facilitated through the hosting of training events, the production of musical events and the commissioning of new compositions.