With Austin’s being the “Live Music Capital of the World” there is a large population of aspiring youth who want to become accomplished musicians, singers or producers but many of them do not have the resources or funds for musical training. The Austin Area Urban League announces the AMD Music & Arts Institute, a new collaboration with Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.(NYSE:AMD) to train and educate individuals who have the aspirations of accomplishing their musical dreams!

The ultimate goal of the AMD Music & Arts Institute at Austin Area Urban League is to increase the opportunities for disadvantaged youth musicians to receive musical instruction in piano, theory as well as digital media and music production,
recording and composition. The program also expects to provide musical instruction for adults for a fee.

“The AMD Music and Art Institute is an amazing opportunity for us to blend our commitment to the Austin community and
improving education with our vision to use AMD64 technology to help creative minds tap into the full potential of the
digital age that we call AMD LIVE!,” said Charlie Boswell, director of Digital Media and Entertainment at AMD. “With
the power of AMD64 technology, it’s incredibly exciting to think that our next generation of local artists can have access to
the same technology the world's top digital media and entertainment pros are using.”

Darlene Westbrook, Austin Independent School District’s Chief Academic Officer, says there is a clear correlation between
music education and students doing well academically in school. "Studies show that music education helps young people develop better math skills, greater discipline and stronger study habits--all of which have benefits for their other academic pursuits. It's a win-win situation for students, the school system and community."”

Urban League Board Chairperson Larry Davis said, “Today’s announcement is a prime example of the positive things that can
happen when the community, the corporate sector and organization leaders join together to invest in our future. We are poised
for great outcomes with the music institute.” Jeffrey Richard, President and CEO of the Austin Area Urban League, believes
that the time is now. The organization is proud to lead this responsibility, stating, “Based on Urban League’s 30 year reputation
of serving the needs of Austin’s most disadvantaged communities and citizens, we are positioned to provide the Austin
community with the needed education for future musicians, composers and producers.”

Learn more about the Austin Area Urban League.