For 56 years, the Freight has been more than a venue – we’ve been a living archive of musical traditions, a classroom for curious minds, and a gathering place where community happens through music.
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A Message from Our Executive Director
Watch as Clayton Shelvin introduces our end-of-year initiative celebrating the Freight’s impact on music education and cultural preservation. Through world-class performances, transformative programs, and dedicated teaching artists, we’re growing something extraordinary in Berkeley.