What We Do

“Philadelphia has always had a place in the conversation of music history. West Philadelphia has produced some of the world's greatest artists and continues to be a haven of artistic excellence.”

Our Mission

Community Unity Music Festival encourages the young people of our communities to submerge themselves in the arts, which will help provide a world view instead of a corner view. Our job is to provide an alternative that can turn into a complete life change and, if pursued, a life-affirming and fulfilling career.

“I look forward to coming to the festival anytime I have the opportunity. It reminds me of home.

— Branford Marsalis

How We’ve Served Our Community

  • Bootsy Collins performance and live interview with an open discussion with community members.

  • Branford Marsalis Quartet Concert

  • Equipped music programs and students with over 40 instruments.

  • Five scholarships awardees have continued their studies in music.

  • Became a food distribution site for musicians and community members in need during the 2020 Pandemic Lockdown

  • Two scholarship awardees are actively pursuing a music career

  • We have provided the community with over 1000+ gun locks courtesy of the Philadelphia Sheriff’s office

  • We are in our 8th season

  • We service several thousand community members with yearly program offerings