A new scholarship programme, a collaboration between Soundskool Music and the KMH Foundation, aims at expanding access to quality music education for talented young Cambodians.
The partnership, announced this week, is designed to provide full scholarships for students who demonstrate musical talent but face financial constraints.
The initiative covers tuition, learning materials, guided practice sessions and public performance opportunities, enabling students to develop both their musical abilities and personal confidence.
“This agreement marks a significant milestone in our mission to make music education more accessible in Cambodia,” said Gabriele Faja, CEO of Soundskool.
“Learning music nurtures discipline, perseverance, critical thinking and creativity — skills essential not only in the arts but in all areas of life,” he added.
Faja said the fundraising goal is to fund 250 scholarships by July 2027. These courses are intensive, requiring a commitment of between 25 and 33 hours per 12 week course.
“We follow RSL course material which has classical and contemporary components, depending on the instrument. For piano for example, classical is the correct foundation, but in the case of vocal it will structure more on contemporary techniques,” Faja told The Post.
The KMH Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of ISI Group, will manage funding transparency and compliance, while Soundskool will oversee programme delivery at its campuses in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap.
The scholarship follows a direct sponsorship model, pairing corporate or individual donors with individual students to ensure accountability and measurable impact.
Chrin Sovann, operations director of the KMH Foundation, highlighted the broader vision of the collaboration.
“This partnership is more than a formal agreement; it’s a heartfelt commitment to empower the next generation and support Cambodian youth through the transformative power of music,” he said.
Both organisations are now calling on businesses and individuals who want to participate in the programme. Sponsorships begin at just $325.
Donors will receive recognition through media and social media channels, strengthening their corporate social responsibility profiles while contributing to the development of the arts in Cambodia.
Soundskool and KMH Foundation say they hope the programme will help foster a new generation of Cambodian musicians, performers and educators — placing music not as a luxury, but as a vital tool for education and social development.
For more information on how to become a sponsor, interested parties are encouraged to contact Soundskool or the KMH Foundation directly.
