Buffalo String Works

Buffalo String Works Buffalo String Works' mission is to ignite community and youth leadership through inclusive music education
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Our mission is to ignite personal and community leadership through accessible, youth-centered music education. We recognize the significance of music as a universal language, and by lifting up the voices of our students and parents, we cultivate youth to be agents of social change. Our vision: Neighborhoods United by Empowered Young Musicians

A big thank you to the volunteers from Rich Products for spending the afternoon at our Niagara Street site helping us pa...
09/03/2026

A big thank you to the volunteers from Rich Products for spending the afternoon at our Niagara Street site helping us paint and prepare the space for the new school year. With classes starting in just two weeks, their help came at the perfect time. A huge thank you to everyone who volunteered and helped us get one step closer to being ready for the year ahead!

We’re hiring! Buffalo String Works is looking for a Cello and Viola Teaching Artists to join our team for the 2026–27 sc...
08/31/2026

We’re hiring!

Buffalo String Works is looking for a Cello and Viola Teaching Artists to join our team for the 2026–27 school year! We’re looking for dedicated and compassionate musicians and educators who are excited to share their love of music and create meaningful musical experiences for our community.

Interested in joining the BSW community? Send your resume and relevant teaching experience to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Visit buffalostringworks.org/job-openings to view the full job descriptions and learn more.

We’re getting ready for a new school year at Buffalo String Works! Yesterday, we welcomed our students and families back...
08/26/2026

We’re getting ready for a new school year at Buffalo String Works!

Yesterday, we welcomed our students and families back for orientation. While parents and caregivers learned more about what to expect in the year ahead, students had a chance to catch up with friends over snacks, coloring, and friendship bracelet making.

It was wonderful to have our classrooms filled with students and families again!

A huge thank you to everyone who has already supported our Amazon Wish List! Thanks to your generosity, we’ve received c...
08/19/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who has already supported our Amazon Wish List! Thanks to your generosity, we’ve received classroom supplies, a new music stand, rosin, and a beanbag chair for our students to enjoy this school year.

There are still plenty of items on our Wish List that will help us keep our classrooms stocked, organized, and ready for another year of music and learning. If you feel moved to support our programming, consider purchasing an item from our Amazon Wish List! Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference.

Visit the link in our bio to view our Wish List. Thank you for supporting our students!

A new chapter for our Advanced Ensemble!This year, our Advanced Ensemble is evolving into the BSW Community Ensemble, cr...
08/12/2026

A new chapter for our Advanced Ensemble!

This year, our Advanced Ensemble is evolving into the BSW Community Ensemble, creating new opportunities for our students to take their music beyond the classroom and into the community.

As part of the Community Ensemble, students will partner with local organizations, exploring how their musicianship can support, uplift, and build relationships throughout Buffalo. Through performances, smaller chamber groups, and community-based projects, students will have a voice in how and where they use their music.

It's never too late to learn something new! Through our Lifelong Learners Program in partnership with Buffalo Federation...
08/07/2026

It's never too late to learn something new!

Through our Lifelong Learners Program in partnership with Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers, Inc. , adults ages 55 and older are discovering the joy of learning the violin while building friendships and community along the way.

When we asked a student what her favorite part of music class was, she shared: "Everything is nice in music class. Everything puts a big, happy smile on everybody's faces. It's relaxing and it gives everyone that confidence of knowing that they're doing something and it feels good."

After five years with Buffalo String Works, our Director of Education, Andrew Borkowski, is beginning a new chapter.Andy...
08/04/2026

After five years with Buffalo String Works, our Director of Education, Andrew Borkowski, is beginning a new chapter.

Andy has been an incredible leader, mentor, and advocate for our students, families, Teaching Artists, and staff. His passion for music education and his commitment to our community have helped shape Buffalo String Works into the organization it is today. In his farewell message, Andy reflected: "BSW is special because of the people who created it; the students, families, teachers, staff, and volunteers who come into our building every day to learn and grow together."

We're incredibly grateful for everything Andy has done and wish him nothing but the best in this next chapter.

One of the highlights of our Spring Concert was a special collaboration with the talented students of Love Supreme Schoo...
07/30/2026

One of the highlights of our Spring Concert was a special collaboration with the talented students of Love Supreme School of Music.

Together, our students performed "What a Wonderful World," celebrating the power of music to bring people together across communities. It was a meaningful opportunity for our young musicians to learn from one another and share the stage in a performance that reflected the spirit of collaboration.

Missed the concert or want to watch it again? Head to our YouTube channel to see the full performance!
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3_ocMnpr7zDPmaCKS3r8tKFUYMMnV6eO

Help us get ready for another year of music!This fall, Buffalo String Works is excited to welcome 40 new students into o...
07/28/2026

Help us get ready for another year of music!

This fall, Buffalo String Works is excited to welcome 40 new students into our program. To help prepare for a new school year, we're stocking our classrooms with everyday essentials like music stands and rosin. If you'd like to make a direct impact, consider purchasing an item from our Amazon Wish List. Every gift helps equip our classrooms and supports students as they learn, grow, and make music together.

Visit our Amazon Wish List through this link: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/90BT71BI05HH

07/23/2026

We're honored to be featured on the Volgenau Foundation's website as one of their Classical Music grantees. Their support of the Niagara Street Afterschool Program helps provide students with access to high-quality music education and meaningful experiences. Thank you, Volgenau Foundation, for investing in the next generation of young musicians!

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1270 Niagara Street Suite 200
Buffalo, NY
14213

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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