​In 1992, the Department of Arts and Culture made funds available to purchase woodwind, brass and string instruments, and tuition commenced in orchestral instruments. In the following year, 1993, the Athlone Teachers' College closed down and in 1994 the Centre moved into the building, which it is still occupying today. On 01 April 1994 the Centre became a state institution with Vaughan Pietersen as principal.

Often under difficult circumstances, the Centre has persisted in its efforts to make music education affordable and accessible to all socio-economic groups of the community. Since 1994, until today, the Centre has grown immensely, celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2020. Over these years, new posts have been allocated, more instruments purchased and many new departments have been established.

The Centre has also created opportunities and formed relations with the various institutions in Paarl, whom we serve, as well as with international conductors and musicians. Our learners have travelled abroad to participate in exchange projects and continue to actively excel in external exams, eisteddfods, and competitions, all the while being enriched and refining their talents, and at the same time, inspiring communities.