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“The Quilt” Debuts on PBS Texas – February 2026

“The Quilt” Debuts on PBS Texas – February 2026

January 20, 2026

“The Quilt: A Living History of African American Music”, the educational documentary for children and adults produced by Musical Bridges Around the World, will make its PBS debut the week of 15 February 2026 on all 10 PBS Texas member stations and streaming on PBS Passport. The film will come as part of Season 2 of the award-winning Made in Texas series that celebrates Texas storytellers with films that tell stories from the Lone Star state.  How To Watch Online Streaming Made in Texas is available to stream on: pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on iPhone, Apple TV, Android TV, Android smartphones, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire Tablet,...

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All About Jazz Article on Kinan Azmeh’s Stable Hall Concert

All About Jazz Article on Kinan Azmeh’s Stable Hall Concert

October 19, 2025

Photo Credit: Robert Michaelson Concert reviewer Katchie Cartwright recaps Kinan Azmeh & CityBand’s concert at Stable Hall that opened Season 28 of the Russell Hill Rogers Musical Evenings concert series. All About Jazz article link: https://www.allaboutjazz.com/kinan-azmeh-and-cityband-at-stable-hall-san-antonio-concert-review Check out pictures from the concert on our Facebook here....

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New Venue Announcement!

New Venue Announcement!

August 11, 2025

We are delighted to announce Musical Evenings in will take place at two iconic venues next season here in San Antonio TX, a bold step forward as we grow our series and reach new audiences! 🏛️ Stable Hall at the Historic Pearl – Experience state-of-the-art sound and a fresh, vibrant atmosphere in this dynamic new setting. ⛪ San Fernando Cathedral – Enjoy the breathtaking sacred acoustics of this historic landmark, a cherished musical home for over 25 years. Season 28 (2025-26) dates and artists will be announced soon, so stay...

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Featured on This Is Wealth: Living Life Richly

Featured on This Is Wealth: Living Life Richly

July 24, 2025

We’re excited to share that Suhail Arastu, Advancement Director of Musical Bridges Around the World, recently joined This Is Wealth: Living Life Richly for a deeply inspiring conversation about global experiences, purposeful living, and the power of the arts. Listen today on all platforms Read more about Suhail in San Antonio Woman...

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Bridging Cultures Through Music | Happy Productions Interview

Bridging Cultures Through Music | Happy Productions Interview

July 22, 2025

Bridging Cultures Through Music: Inside Musical Bridges Around the World We’re excited to share that Suhail Arastu, Advancement Director at Musical Bridges Around the World, was recently featured on the Happy Productions podcast. In this inspiring episode, Suhail discusses the mission and impact of Musical Bridges. He explores our global music education programs, our free concert series, and our ongoing efforts to promote cultural unity through the arts. Thank you to Happy Productions for the feature and to all who support our mission to unite, educate, and uplift through music. 🎧 Listen to the full episode👉...

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MBAW Summer 2025 Newsletter

MBAW Summer 2025 Newsletter

June 18, 2025

Comedy group Duo Baldo performs for a full house at San Fernando Cathedral in downtown San Antonio. Credit: Robert Michaelson As summer arrives in full swing, it brings new opportunities of growth and vibrancy. We’re thrilled to share highlights from the past few months and celebrate what your support has helped us accomplish across San Antonio and beyond! Musical Evenings at San Fernando Cathedral This season, more than 2,600 guests filled the historic San Fernando Cathedral for an unforgettable series of concerts—all free to the public. From piano masterpieces and theatrical musical comedy to Sephardic Jewish ballads, African American...

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Best Performance of a Latin Work | Young Sun Choi

Best Performance of a Latin Work | Young Sun Choi

April 29, 2025

Experience the spellbinding artistry of Young Sun Choi (Korea), Bronze Medalist of the 2024 Gurwitz International Piano Competition, as she performs Enrique Granados’ Goyesca No. 4: “Quejas o la Maja y el Ruiseñor” (Lament or The Maiden and the...

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György Ligeti: Étude No. 11 & No. 13 | Yungyung Guo

György Ligeti: Étude No. 11 & No. 13 | Yungyung Guo

April 29, 2025

Experience the extraordinary talent of YungYung Guo (China), the Gold Medalist of the prestigious 2024 Gurwitz International Piano Competition, as she delivers a mesmerizing performance of György Ligeti’s Étude No. 11 “En suspens” (In Suspense) and No. 13 “L’escalier du diable” (The Devil’s...

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The Ultimate Musical Comedy Experience | Duo Baldo

The Ultimate Musical Comedy Experience | Duo Baldo

April 1, 2025

What happens when world-class musicianship collides with side-splitting comedy? You get Duo Baldo! In this special April Fools’ Day performance, the dynamic duo takes on Vittorio Monti’s Czardas—but with their signature...

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A Hilarious 6 Hand Piano Performance | Gurwitz Laureates

A Hilarious 6 Hand Piano Performance | Gurwitz Laureates

February 24, 2025

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind musical experience with this live concert performance featuring the six-hand piano piece written by Albert Lavignac titled, “Galop-Marche à huit mains (for six hands),” performed by the 2024 Gurwitz International Piano Competition laureates: Yungyung Guo, Tatiana Dorokhova, and Young Sun...

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Musical Bridges Featured on Arts and Culture TX!

Musical Bridges Featured on Arts and Culture TX!

February 19, 2025

Photo Credit: Robert Michaelson We are thrilled to share some exciting news! Musical Bridges Around the World has been featured in a recent article by Arts & Culture TX, titled “Early Exposure: Growing the Next Arts Generation in San Antonio.” This piece beautifully captures the heart of our mission and the impact we’re making in our community. By introducing children and families to the universal language of music, we’re planting seeds of curiosity, empathy, and creativity. From the unique melodies of a Middle Eastern oud to the vibrant rhythms of Latin American percussion, our programs open doors to new worlds, showing...

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