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The String Queens (TSQ) are full-time schoolteachers. They will open for Gregory Porter on opening night at DC JazzFest on Sept. 1. TSQ includes (from left) violinist Kendall Isadore, cellist Élise Sharp and violist Dawn Johnson. (Courtesy of Roy Cox)

The String Queens to Perform at DC JazzFest ’23, Opening for Gregory Porter

by Brenda C. Siler August 16, 2023August 16, 2023

By day, the String Queens are DMV teachers, and by night, they thrill audiences with an exciting blend of classical, R&B, pop and faith music.

From left: Violinist Kendall Isadore, cellist Élise Sharp and violist Dawn Johnson perform during one of two sold-out shows recently at AMP by Strathmore. (Courtesy of Jim Saah)

The String Queens Play Any Music

by Brenda C. Siler May 15, 2023May 16, 2023

The String Queens (TSQ) are full-time schoolteachers. They will perform two shows at AMP in North Bethesda on May 12. TSQ includes (from left) violinist Kendall Isadore, cellist Élise Sharp, and violist Dawn Johnson. (Courtesy of Leroy Armstead)

On Stage and In the Classroom with the String Queens

by Brenda C. Siler May 8, 2023May 8, 2023