Sunset Performance Series featuring Christa Gabrielle Faison

Wilmington native Christa Faison is a dynamic musician, educator, and minister dedicated to uplifting her community through music and service. A 2013 graduate of UNCW with a Bachelor’s in Music Education, she was deeply involved in campus life, serving as Principal Violinist for the UNCW String Ensemble, Director of the Gospel Choir, and Assistant Director of the Seabelles A Cappella Ensemble. Her leadership and academic excellence earned her the prestigious UNCW Senior Medallion.

After graduation, Christa spent nearly a decade in education, teaching music at Snipes Academy of Arts and Design, where she founded New Hanover County Schools’ first elementary Strings program and led a highly active choral group that performed at major community events. Recognized for her impact, she was named Snipes Academy’s 2018-2019 Teacher of the Year and was a finalist for NHCS Teacher of the Year.

Continuing her education, Christa earned a Master’s in Music Education from Anderson University and an Administration Licensure from UNCW. She has since transitioned into leadership roles, currently serving as an Assistant Principal at John T. Hoggard High School and Interim Supervisor of Arts Education for NHCS.

As a freelance violinist, Christa performs with ensembles like the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra and the Tallis Chamber Orchestra, and she frequently collaborates on special projects such as the Cucalorus Film Festival and Hurricane Florence Relief Benefit Concert.

Above all, Christa’s greatest passion is her faith. She finds joy in ministering to youth and leading worship, serving as a Sunday School teacher and Minister of Music at Byrd’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. Deeply grateful for the love and guidance of her parents, Rev. Hon. James H. Faison III and Minister Angela Faison, Christa continues to inspire through her music, leadership, and devotion to community and faith.