Ezinma

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American Violinist, Film Composer, and Educator • Born January 1991 • European Classical • Hip-Hop • Trap Covers

Fast Facts

• Born in Nebraska
• Started violin at age three
• Her upbringing by a German-American mother and Guyanese father has influenced her musical style
• Became popular for creating trap remixes of classical repertoire
• Violinist in Beyonce’s all-female backup band
• She has performed with well-known musicians, such as Stevie Wonder, Kendrick Lamar, Khalid, and Yo-Yo Ma 
• As a composer she has written for the Black Panther soundtrack and Google advertisements 
• Performed at the Coachella music festival
• Founded Strings By Heart, a nonprofit organization that gives children in NYC access to instruments and lessons
• Enjoys reading, kickboxing, hiking, and playing tennis