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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a breathtaking live concert performance of “My Garden in the Countryside,” a heartfelt piano piece composed and performed by the incredibly talented Arlington Jones. Written as a love song for his wife, this beautiful composition is the perfect soundtrack for romance, making it an ideal watch for Valentine’s Day....
Dr. Nicole Cherry and company perform the classic African-American spiritual as part of “The Quilt: Live in Concert” in January 2025. This event was part of DreamWeek San Antonio’s city-wide summit.🎶🎶 In the spirit of the award-winning documentary “The Quilt: A Living History of African American Music”, San Antonio and Texas artists highlighted music genres born and formed by African American history and culture, including gospel, jazz, spirituals, and...
Celebrate the holidays with the beauty of the Ladino folk song “Si Veriash a la Rana” performed live in this captivating concert featuring artists Lily Henley, Ethan Jodziewicz, and Jordan Tice!...
Musical Bridges Around the World was featured in the article “3 Steps to Make the Most of One Day in San Antonio, TX” on apartmentguide.com. The article highlighted MBAW’s contributions to San Antonio’s cultural scene through diverse musical programs, including the Russell Hill Rogers Musical Evenings at San Fernando Cathedral and the Gurwitz International Piano Competition. This recognition underscores MBAW’s impact in uniting people through the universal language of music, making it a must-see attraction for new and continuing residents of San Antonio. Read the Article...
Duo Baldo, the dynamic music-comedy duo, brings their unique blend of virtuosity and humor to “Hungarian Dance No. 5.” With violinist Brad Repp’s exceptional technique and pianist Aldo Gentileschi’s comedic flair, they take Brahms’ fiery classic on a whirlwind journey....
Experience the captivating artistry of Tatiana Dorokhova as she brings one of the most difficult pieces of piano repertoire, “Islamey”, to life. Whether you attended her October concert in person or you’re tuning in from afar, this is your chance to relive (or witness for the first time) the magic that set our 27th season in motion...
Musical Bridges Around the World is proud to announce its 2024-2025 season of Russell Hill Rogers Musical Evenings at San Fernando Cathedral featuring world-class artists from China, Italy, Mexico, Russia, South Korea, and the US. All concerts will now take place on select second Sundays of the month and demand has increased the series to six concerts this season (previously five)! Season Schedule Learn more and get your free tickets for each concert below, at mbaw.org/sfc, or on Eventbrite (Please note that concerts must be registered separately). Hummingbird & the Marigold Sunday 13 October 2024, 7PM Gurwitz 2024 Audience Favorite and...
Photo by Robert Michaelson And that’s a wrap! Our annual Summer Video Series has officially come to a close. We’ve released all of our concerts from last season 26 of Russell Hill Rogers Musical Evenings at San Fernando Cathedral on our YouTube channel for your enjoyment. This collection showcases a rich tapestry of musical artistry, and we invite you to relive these unforgettable moments. Watch on our YouTube...
Back to Gurwitz News In a recital titled after the artist’s Gold Medal win at the 2020 Gurwitz International Piano Competition, Musical Bridges Around the World presents pianist Jiale Li in “Golden Touch” to open its 26th season of Russell Hill Rogers Musical Evenings at San Fernando Cathedral. The concert will take place on Sunday 24 September 2023 at 7 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Ticket registration is required at mbaw.org/sfc. This performance marks Li’s first return to San Antonio since his victory, and the program will include romantic virtuoso masterworks by Chopin, Liszt, Schubert, and Rachmaninoff. One year after...