“Private school” amapiano brings to the foreground the genre’s deep house and jazz roots, having emerged from amapiano DJs incorporating live instruments into their sets. While the log drum remains the foundation, here, the melody sets the mood, and the sound’s most prolific stars—like Kelvin Momo, Sam Deep, DJ Stokie, Mas Musiq and more—create enough space for each instrument and vocal to shine. It’s a refined version of amapiano that’s groovy enough to keep the energy up, yet with an understated feel—think less heaving nightclub and more sophisticated lounge. Our editors update this playlist regularly, so if you hear something you like, add it to your library.