Classical Musicians of African Descent

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Stephanie Matthews, violin

Classical 91.5 WXXO-FM | By Malinda Wagstaff

Published January 29, 2020 at 9:21 AM EST

Stephanie Matthews is a dynamic arts leader, balancing traditional classical music and mainstream genres as a violinist and entrepreneur, while championing diversity, inclusion and artistic excellence in the music industry. Noteworthy solo performances include her recent appearances at the Godollo Castle in Budapest, Hungary and the Zenepalota Palace of Music in Miskolc, Hungary. Ms. Matthews is the Concertmaster of the Brooklyn Orchestra under the direction of Olivier Glissant. She is a member of the La Moda Piano Trio and founding member of the Ebony Strings Quartet.