BSW in the Community!

At Buffalo String Works, community is at the heart of everything we do. Beyond the classroom, our students step onto stages across Buffalo, sharing music that reflects belonging, celebration, and civic pride. Over the past year, three performances stood out as powerful reminders of how music can connect people, places, and purpose.

Honoring Community Leadership at City Hall

In 2025, our students had the honor of performing at Buffalo City Hall during Dion Dawkins’ Key to the City ceremony in November. For our students, performing at such a civic milestone was both an exciting opportunity and a meaningful way to contribute to a moment of citywide recognition.

A Winter Concert Rooted in Community

In December 2025, families, friends, and community members gathered for our 2025 Winter Community Concert. This concert showcased not only our students’ musical growth, but also the joy and confidence that come from making music together.

Ringing in a New Chapter for Buffalo

The new year began on a high note when BSW students performed at Mayor Sean Ryan’s Inauguration on January 1st. Performing at the start of a new mayoral term was a profound reminder that our students are an integral part of Buffalo’s present and future.

Buffalo String Works is proud to be part of the moments that bring our city together. Each performance is an opportunity for our students to share their voices, build confidence, and strengthen the cultural fabric of Buffalo. We’re grateful to our partners, families, and supporters who make these experiences possible and who continue to believe in the power of music to unite and inspire.