Colour of Music Festival

Black classical musicians festival performing in Charleston & Columbia, SC, Houston, Nashville, Pittsburgh, Washington, Tulsa, NY, Sacramento, San Francisco.

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What a milestone!

Our collaboration with the @iaamuseum blended history and harmony, featuring everything from African-American Spirituals to Vivaldi and Jessie Montgomery.
Thank you for 4 years of incredible support!

Save the Date: We return Feb 3–6, 2027!

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TOMORROW!!! Have you bought your tickets yet?

Chamber Music at the I’On Chapel returns with a breathtaking program that bridges the gap between the powdered wigs of the Baroque era and the soul-stirring passion of the Romantic landscape.

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The Colour of Music Festival’s performance at the IAAM was a transformative experience that exceeded every expectation.

It was a beautifully executed, landmark evening for the IAAM that left an enduring impression on everyone in attendance.

Thank you everyone!

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Bishop Gadsden’s lovely chapel was lifted to musical heights rarely heard in the space.

The Colour of Music Festival Sextet, led by Paris-based violinist Romuald Grimbert-Barré,violinist James Keene, violist Alexandra D’Amico, cellists Kenneth Law, and Boubacar Diallo.

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TODAY! 6pm. Join us for an unforgettable evening as we take the stage at the beautiful Bishop Gadsen Chapel.

Experience the power and precision of this incredible ensemble in one of Charleston's most serene settings.

Free admission: Ticket required.
https://t.co/v8h2iXBNrV

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A week today…An unforgettable evening awaits as Chamber Music at the I’on Chapel returns with a program that spans the lush landscapes of Romanticism and the elegance of the Baroque revival.

Tickets & Info: https://t.co/v8h2iXBNrV

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The North Charleston Arts Fest is about to get a lot more soulful. We are thrilled to bring the incredible sounds of the Colour of Music Festival Octet to the stage for a one-hour journey through a masterful performance. Witness the artistry firsthand.
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A Night of History, Harmony, and Heritage!

Join us for an extraordinary evening at the International African American Museum in Charleston for Revolutionary Soundscapes | Music, Freedom, & the African Diasporic Experience.

An immersive exploration of freedom and culture.

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Experience the Colour of Music Festival in CHS next week!
• April 28: Chamber musicians @ Bishop Gadsden Chapel.
• April 29: Debut @ the IAAM—an evening of spoken word, spirituals, and chamber music.
• April 30: Festival Octet concert!
Dates & locations in the graphic below.

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Join us for an unforgettable evening as the Colour of Music Festival Octet takes the stage at the beautiful Bishop Gadsen Chapel. Experience the power and precision of this incredible ensemble in one of Charleston's most serene settings.

🎟️ https://t.co/ZqkQqqYGTE

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Edmund Thornton Jenkins was born on this day in 1894 in Charleston, the son of Rev. Daniel Jenkins.
Florence B. Price is a classical composer, pianist, organist and music teacher noted as the first African-American woman to be recognized as a symphonic composer.

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The MPS Foundation, our new Milwaukee education partner, along with CEO Myra Edwards and Colour of Music Festival Founder & Artistic Director Lee Pringle, were onsite recently observing the 4th and 5th grade students from the MPS school district.
Both were in awe of the talent!

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Still buzzing from our Command Performance! 🎻✨
Huge thanks to the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music and our incredible artists for bringing Frolov’s Gershwin and Schumann’s Piano Quintet to life.
See you at the next Colour of Music Festival! 🎶🎹

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"I want to be a professional violinist!"
Those were the words of 3rd grader Ms. Caliyah today after meeting the Colour of Music Festival’s conductor and violinist, Anyango Yarbo-Davenport.

Thank you Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) for its dedication to music access.

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The Colour of Music Festival Quartet engaging with the 3rd and 4th-grade students of the Milwaukee Youth Orchestra.
Our quintet’s debut at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music tomorrow evening—the event is now SOLD OUT.
We return in the fall!

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Thank you North Charleston & Friends!
The debut of the Colour of Music Festival at the North Charleston Performance Arts Center was a resounding success. Our heartfelt gratitude to all the sponsors who made our time in the lowcountry's Music City possible. https://t.co/v8h2iXBNrV

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The success of our Black History Month Series would not have been possible without the visionary support of our sponsors and patrons.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare | Boeing | Crews Subaru | Crews Chevrolet | South Carolina Stingrays | The City of North Charleston

Thank you!

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We are still reflecting on the sheer brilliance of our Masterworks Finale.

The Colour of Music Festival Orchestra brought their A-game, and the audience’s energy was the perfect final ingredient.

To everyone who joined us: Thank you for being part of this "magic."

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This year marks a significant chapter in our history as the Colour of Music Festival presents its inaugural performance series dedicated to the City of North Charleston.
We’re at the Finale now.
Here’s the internationally acclaimed Angela Brown with conductor Leslie B. Dunner.

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A morning of excellence at North Charleston City Hall.

We were honored to feature Romuald Grimbert-Barre, James Keene, Kenneth Law, and Caleb Georges in an intimate performance for the hardworking staff of North Charleston.