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We possess a strong belief in the creation and performance of new music.

Through our Commission Project, we are working with various composers to create new works for the woodwind quintet that explore various aspects of American culture and the landscape of our society as it exists today. With three of our members being first-generation college students and three members being from the rural south, ZaRiah is dedicated to increasing music accessibility in underserved communities. It is through our collaborations with composers that we can reflect where we come from with new music. By contributing to the ever-evolving landscape of the wind quintet repertoire, we hope to create belonging for and within our communities.

The Composers

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  • The son of a church musician and pastor, Brian Raphael Nabors was surrounded by awealth of musical activity. His upbringing immersed him in R&B, Neo Soul, Jazz, Funk, andBlack marching band culture. Beforedeclaring a major in architecture, he pivoted toembrace his passion for music, leading to a diverse array of compositions that explore theintersections of various musical genres.

    Nabors’music has been performed by the Boston Symphony, Seattle Symphony, andAtlanta Symphony, among others, at venues including Carnegie Hall andElbphilharmonieHamburg. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts and a Master’s in composition from theUniversity of Cincinnati.

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Your Support Matters.

Our commissions are made possible with your support and generosity. With your help, we can collaborate with incredible composers, bring to life new music with professional recordings, and share all of it with you.

All donations are greatly appreciated and we thank you for your support.