The mission of Umoja String Quartet is to encourage the creation of compositions that reflect the culture of and perform works by composers of African heritage.
The word "umoja" means unity in Swahili and is the first principle in the African-American celebration of Kwanzaa. This theme reflects the efforts of the Umoja String Quartet to perform works in a common spirit. Its members bring a wealth of experience in classical, African-American, and other African-based music to weave a tapestry of musical styles as they perform traditional and contemporary chamber music, spirituals, and blues.
