United Strings of Color

United Strings of Color The United Strings of Color formed in 2018 to inspire and encourage all young people to pursue classical music.

In keeping with the history of the moment, the current group is immersed in making a difference. The United Strings of Color is an outreach project that addresses racial disparity in classical music and delves into the intersection between societal issues and music. During its four seasons, the group has studied pieces by under-represented composers, such as the African Americans Florence Price, A

nthony Kelly, DBR and Undine Smith Moore; played music with African connections; and lent their voice to social justice awareness by performing Violin Vigils. United Strings of Color has performed at Raleigh's African American Cultural Festival, with the Durham Symphony, for the local Omega Psi Phi Quiz Bowl, for the Raleigh-Wake Chapter of Jack and Jill, at the North Carolina Museum of Art, for the African American Cultural Celebration at the North Carolina Museum of History, for the Durham Rotary Club, for Triangle Park Links Incorporated, at area churches, at PS 118 Art Gallery in Durham, and for the Raleigh's Boys and Girls Club. The group has also been featured as a My Brothers Keeper partner.

03/27/2026

We are grateful to all the Thrivent members who have chosen to direct their Choice Dollars to United Strings of Color!

Last night United Strings of Color not only highlighted some important history but touched hearts. We really appreciate ...
03/01/2026

Last night United Strings of Color not only highlighted some important history but touched hearts. We really appreciate the support of United Arts Wake County and the Town of Apex, making this event possible. Thank you to Apex Mayor Gilbert and Wake County Commissioner, Safiyah Jackson, for attending and becoming our newest fans! , ,

A taste of the wonderful music in store for you at our 2-28-26 event.
02/26/2026

A taste of the wonderful music in store for you at our 2-28-26 event.

A preview of United Strings of Color's program on 2-28-26. This performance is from the Kidznotes Concert on 2-25-26.

Get a preview of our Saturday Concert this Wednesday, 2/25. 6-7:30 pm, Community Family Life & Recreation Center at Lyon...
02/24/2026

Get a preview of our Saturday Concert this Wednesday, 2/25. 6-7:30 pm, Community Family Life & Recreation Center at Lyon Park, 1309 Halley Street, Durham, NC, 27707. A big thank you to Kidznotes for the opportunity!

12/17/2025

United Strings of Color bringing in the season with joyful music.

United Strings of Color is very grateful for the support of United Arts Wake County. They are continuing to fund the Com...
11/11/2025

United Strings of Color is very grateful for the support of United Arts Wake County. They are continuing to fund the Community Spotlight grant category supporting diverse voices in the arts.

Thank you for supporting United Strings of Color!
11/08/2025

Thank you for supporting United Strings of Color!

Next weekend the North Carolina Symphony will be performing the ever-popular Symphony No. 9 by Antonin Dvorak. Dvorak wr...
09/13/2025

Next weekend the North Carolina Symphony will be performing the ever-popular Symphony No. 9 by Antonin Dvorak. Dvorak wrote this work “From the New World” when he was the Director of the National Conservatory of Music of America in New York City. Less known is that a student at the Conservatory, Harry Burleigh, was the primary reason Dvorak became so well acquainted with the music developed by enslaved Africans. Mark your calendar for February 28, 2026, when United Strings of Color will tell the story of Burleigh and Dvorak and two other partnerships that elevated Black classical music. This project is made possible by a grant from United Arts Wake County and support from the Town of Apex.

A smiling United Strings of Color after their excellent performance at the 14th Annual African American Cultural Festiva...
09/02/2025

A smiling United Strings of Color after their excellent performance at the 14th Annual African American Cultural Festival!




Invitation to new members for the 25-26 season!https://youtu.be/I-wgI8Tw8ck
08/01/2025

Invitation to new members for the 25-26 season!
https://youtu.be/I-wgI8Tw8ck





We welcome young musicians to apply to become a member of one of our chamber groups in the Triangle area of North Carolina.

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