THE STRING QUEENS
The String Queens, an award-winning string trio celebrated for blending classical music with jazz, hip-hop, R&B, and pop, bring their genre-defying sound to the Birchmere on Sunday, December 6, 2026. Known for dynamic performances that educate, inspire, and empower audiences through diverse cultural perspectives, the ensemble has graced stages from the Hollywood Bowl and Lincoln Center to the Kennedy Center and NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series. Their appearance at the Birchmere offers a chance to experience their acclaimed artistry up close, with a repertoire that ranges from classical roots to contemporary anthems.
When: Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 7:30 pm.
Showtimes: Doors likely open one hour before showtime; the performance begins at 7:30 pm.
Tickets: $49.50 (general admission); $63.45 through Ticketmaster (including fees) or $56.50 at the Birchmere Box Office (sold without additional service charges on show nights from 5–9 pm).
Lineup: The String Queens — an award-winning, genre-defying string trio (violin, viola, cello) whose members serve as U.S. Department of State Cultural Ambassadors and Voting Members of the Recording Academy.
Run time: Not specified; typical Birchmere headliner sets run approximately 90–120 minutes, including intermission if applicable.
Ages: The Birchmere is an all-ages venue; no specific age restriction is listed for this event, but children under a certain age (often 12) may require a ticket. Contact the venue for details.
Venue: The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305. Phone: 703-549-7500. Box office open on show nights 5–9 pm.
Note: The String Queens’ discography includes the albums *The String Queens* (2019), *Our Favorite Things* (2020), and *RISE* (2022), with a fourth studio album co-produced by Regina Carter scheduled for summer 2026. The trio has won WAMMIE Awards for Best Classical Group and Best Classical Song, the Aspire Award from the Atlanta Symphony, and the Jazz Education Award from the DC Jazz Festival Organization. They have performed at the Presidential Inauguration Concert, BET Honors, and collaborated with artists such as Regina Carter and Coco Jones. Their education work includes workshops for Carnegie Hall, El Sistema USA, and school districts nationwide.