Ode to the Black Fiddler™

We’re easing into the week with the soothing sounds of @shes.alexvndria , captured live at @thebronxbrewery during her 2025 OBF performance ✨💜 . . . OBF 2026 marks 10 years of celebrating Black string artistry across the diaspora. Follow us and join our mailing list to be first to receive this year’s date, details, and access to free community tickets. Subscribe via the link in our bio. #MusicMonday #NYC #LiveMusic #BlackExcellence #violín

BIPOC string players are showing up on some of the world’s biggest stages — and we love it! 🙌✨ It feels powerful to witness this artistry where global audiences are tuned in, highlighting the depth, range, and impact of BIPOC musicians across genres. Huge congratulations and shout-out to all the incredible artists: 1️⃣ @rhiannongiddens with Justin Robinson & Demeanor (nominated for Best Folk Album for What Did the Blackbird Say to the Crow) 2️⃣ @jonbatiste (Grammy winner, Best Americana Album for Big Money; nominated for Best American Roots Performance) — D’Angelo & Roberta Flack tribute 3️⃣ @curtis.stewart_violin (nominated for Best Instrumental Solo) & Meg Pickarski 4️⃣ Dr. Chelsey Green & Jeremy Green — GRAMMY House 5️⃣ @drchelseygreen & @jeremyxgreen — performance presented by the Black Music Collective 6️⃣ @cocojones —“Lift Every Voice and Sing” at the Super Bowl pre-game ceremony 7️⃣ @badbunnypr Super Bowl halftime performance, “Monaco,” conducted by @giancarloguerrero.conductor 8️⃣ @brandicarlile halftime performance with @sistastrings 9️⃣ @larussell — Super Bowl LX In-House Band w/ @michaelprinceviolin #BlackHistoryMonth #strings #blackexcellence #grammys #superbowl

#throwbackthursday Shoutout to our amazing host @aliapierrec for keeping the energy during the 9th annual @odetotheblackfiddler music festival! #obfmusicfest #host #festival #blackexcellence

SOUND ON! 📢📢📢 Dr. Chelsey Green’s 2025 OBF performance @thebronxbrewery left us speechless — and still gives us chills! Celebrate MLK Day with incredible Black artistry. Watch the full performance now on YouTube. Link in bio. 🎥: @donniesees #obfmusicfestival #blackmusicmatters #mlkday #livemusic #blackexcellence

Backstage with @drchelseygreen during the 9th Annual @odetotheblaclfiddler at @thebronxbrewery . So grateful for her unforgettable 2025 performance, grace, and sense of humor. 😂 From her mouth to your ears: every follow, like, share, festival visit, or donation truly helps sustain the work we do. Click the link in our bio to learn how you can get involved and support us in 2026. #obfmusicfest #supportthearts #creativecommunity #liveevents #womeninarts

Thank you and farewell, 2025! We’re sharing a few favorite moments from the 9th annual Ode to the Black Fiddler Music Festival held last September @thebronxbrewery . . . Each year this festival comes together through the care and collaboration of many. We’re deeply grateful to our 2025 sponsors for their continued belief in our mission: @thebronxbrewery , @ausomeav @gateways_music_festival , and Bath and Groom Corp. To all the artists, vendors, staff, volunteers, and everyone who joined us to listen, connect, and be present—we can’t thank you enough! The energy, expression, and excellence of BIPOC string musicians continue to define OBF and why it matters. 2026 marks our 10th year. Stay tuned as we prepare to celebrate a decade of music, community, and bold string artistry! 🎶💜🎻 📸: @primo_supremo

It’s been nearly two weeks since the 9th Annual OBF Music Festival, and we’re still riding the wave of energy from this year’s event! Pulling it all together takes months of preparation, countless moving parts on the day-of, and plenty of follow-up after—but every bit of it is worth it. We’re so grateful for the love, support, and community that make OBF what it is. Today, we’re taking a breather to shout out our incredible OBF production team including the powerhouse crew at Ausome AV. Truly extraordinary—y’all need to book them for your next event! Special thanks to @ausomeav for sponsoring this year’s photo booth experience and continuing to serve as OBF’s official A/V provider. Be sure to follow @AusomeAV —their expertise and professionalism are unmatched. Stay tuned—official OBF 2025 footage is on the way! #OBF2025 #OBFMusicFestival #BlackStringMusicians #StringMusicFestival #MusicFestivalNYC #NYCMusicScene #LiveMusicNYC #CommunityThroughMusic #AusomeAV #SupportTheArts #CulturalEvents #BlackExcellenceInMusic #ViolinistsOfInstagram #MusiciansOfColor #musiccommunity

We’re honored to welcome Manuelita Music (Manuela Isabel Romero González) to the Ode to the Black Fiddler Music Festival stage for the very first time! 🎶 A Cuban-born violinist, singer-songwriter, and educator, Manuelita’s artistry bridges classical traditions, Latin roots, and contemporary experimentation. From her training with El Sistema in Venezuela to performing under Gustavo Dudamel and now creating genre-defying original music in New York City, she brings a rich and powerful voice to today’s musical landscape. Her debut singles, De la Luna Aquí and Fake Friend, reveal her gift for weaving storytelling into sound. Now, she shares that vision live at OBF! Get your tickets today and join us in celebrating her OBF debut! 📅 TODAY, Sept 13 · PERFORMANCES START AT 2:30 PM 📍 The Bronx Brewery 🎟️ universe.com/2025obfmusicfest

The wait is over — OBF 2025 is here! Join us today, Saturday, September 13, as we celebrate the 9th Annual OBF Music Festival at @thebronxbrewery Here’s what’s in store: 🕐 Doors open at 1PM sharp with DJ sets by @djcozygod 🍹Arrive early and enjoy specialty cocktails by @thebronxbrewery , including their exclusive Cocotaso — a tropical twist blending coquito and piña colada. 
🕯️From 1:30–2:30PM, join @kingenergyonly for a Pour & Sip session where you’ll create your own 10oz all-natural candle & get a complimentary drink (sign up online or in-person!)⁣ 🎤 🎻Live performances from 2:30–9PM, featuring a powerhouse lineup — and closing with a dynamic set by Billboard-charted violinist and recording artist @drchelseygreen ⁣. 
🪩 Stick around for the after-vibes — @proda will be spinning a special DJ set from 9–10PM!⁣ 🎟️ Ticket prices increase at 1PM — secure yours now at universe.com/OBF2025musicfest before the festival begins. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience some of today’s most exciting talent, all under one roof. Let’s make this a day to remember. #OBF2025 #OBFMusicFestival #BronxBrewery #LiveMusicNYC #NYCFestivals #SupportLocalMusi

We’re so excited to welcome Majid Khaliq—for the 5th… 6th… honestly, we’ve lost count at this point! What we do know is that every time he hits the OBF stage, he delivers: high energy, brilliant arrangements, and compositions that stop you in your tracks. Praised by Wynton Marsalis for his “unique blend of improvisation, groove, and technical sophistication,” Majid’s music lives at the crossroads of classical, jazz, and hip-hop. A Juilliard and Queens College graduate, he has performed alongside legends like Regina Carter, Marcus Miller, and Itzhak Perlman. This time, he’s back with his group NO LOOKING BACK—and we couldn’t be more ready. Catch Majid live this Saturday, September 13th at the 2025 OBF Music Festival alongside an incredible lineup of cross-genre string musicians. Ticket prices increase tomorrow—secure your spot now via the link in bio or at universe.com/2025obfmusicfest. #OBF2025 #MajidKhaliq #NoLookingBack #StringMusic #OBFMusicFestival

🚨 Y’all!! We apologize in advance if this #ForteFriday is too lit for your morning meditation cuz… 🤯 🔥 We’re proud to be the presenting sponsor of @warptrio ’s performance at the annual @odetotheblackfiddler festival — happening this weekend in the boogie down BRONX! 🗽🎻 Warp Trio’s violinist Josh Henderson is a celebrated member of the Gateways family, and we’re hyped to see him shine. Much love to OBF for championing the brilliance of alternative string artists and elevating the legacy of Black fiddlers. 🙌🏾✨ — 🎵 Meet Josh Henderson Violinist, violist & composer Josh Henderson is a boundary-breaker. From Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center to stages with Chris Brown, Solange, and Paul McCartney, Josh moves seamlessly across classical, jazz, hip-hop, and more. A founding member of Warp Trio, he’s toured internationally, composed award-winning works, and continues to push the sound of strings forward as both performer and teacher. 🎶🔥 — 📅 Catch Josh & Warp Trio this weekend at @odetotheblackfiddler 👇🏾 Drop a 🎻 if you’re cheering them on! #GatewaysMusicFestival #ForteFriday #JoshHenderson #WarpTrio #BlackClassicalArtistry #OBF #OdeToTheBlackFiddler #AlternativeStrings #SpotlightSeries #OrchestraLife #BlackClassicalArtistry #TGIF #dailyshowcase

🎶 Introducing ALEXVNDRIA! 🎶 Combining soulful vocals and expressive violin, ALEXVNDRIA brings a rich fusion of R&B, jazz, and symphonic sound. A classically trained violinist and singer-songwriter, she’s performed alongside icons like Yo-Yo Ma, John Legend, The Roots, PJ Morton, and Laufey—and now she’s taking the OBF stage with guitarist Jade to share music from her 2024 debut album. Catch her live, this Saturday, at the 9th Annual Ode to the Black Fiddler Music Festival. 🔥 Don’t wait—grab your tickets now at universe.com/2025OBF before prices go up at the door! 📅 Saturday, Sept 13 · 1–9PM 📍 @thebronxbrewery