New Hope Presbyterian Church, a multiethnic congregation led by a Black female pastor in Anaheim, started a string orchestra in April, welcoming students, including those who may have trouble getting into and paying for music programs.

For over two years, Ebonie Vazquez searched to find a mentor of color for her son, Giovanni, now 11 and passionate about playing the violin. She has now found that space at a local church. New Hope Presbyterian Church,

The Black pastor of a multiethnic congregation in Anaheim, California, has started a string orchestra for young musicians of color.

The Black pastor of a multiethnic congregation in Anaheim has started a string orchestra for young musicians of color.