Music has been an integral part of the curriculum at OWLAG since the inception of the Academy in 2007. All Grade 8 to 9 students receive scheduled classes in music as prescribed by the Gauteng Department of Education curriculum. Since the end of 2008, a significant expansion took place which makes provision for individual and group tuition in 16 instruments, including voice. This is provided by 19 part- time music coaches, each of whom specialises in a particular field.

Participation in the “expanded” programme is voluntary. At present, 38% of all students are enrolled. This figure goes up to 50% if participation in the choir  and various instrumental ensembles is included. The numerous individual studies are accredited by independent annual examinations which are administered by the internationally recognised Trinity Guildhall College in London.

Music is regarded as fundamental to the life of the Academy, where it serves as a vehicle for enhancing social, cultural and academic life.