Classical Musicians of African Descent

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Joseph Matthews, violin

Classical 91.5 WXXO-FM | By Malinda Wagstaff

Published January 29, 2020 at 9:24 AM EST

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Joseph Matthews began his violin studies at the age of 10, before pursuing a music major in violin performance and arts management at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. He attended law school at the University of Miami School of Law and is currently the Program Associate in Knowledge, Learning and Leadership at the League of American Orchestras. Mr. Matthews is passionate about a career in arts leadership, but also plans to continue on as a performing musician and arts educator.