Awards are presented along with a performance by 3 Gurwitz medalists on a historical Louis XV style Steinway piano in the Peacock Lounge.
Curated by MBAW Gallery Coordinator Diana Roberts, this exhibition looks at some of the playful, ironic, investigative, or purely aesthetic ways contemporary artists interact with found imagery and preconceived ideas. Through subtle (or not so subtle) manipulation of materials, intent, or visual cues, these four Texas-based artists subvert, shift, and ultimately expand our reading of […]
Avi Avital is a driving force behind the reinvigoration of mandolin repertory. More than 90 contemporary compositions, 15 of them concertos, have been written for him, while his inspired re-imaginings of music for other instruments include arrangements heard on some of his recordings for Deutsche Grammophon. Enhanced by his infectious spirit of adventure and the […]
Avi Avital is a driving force behind the reinvigoration of mandolin repertory. More than 90 contemporary compositions, 15 of them concertos, have been written for him, while his inspired re-imaginings of music for other instruments include arrangements heard on some of his recordings for Deutsche Grammophon. Enhanced by his infectious spirit of adventure and the […]
AVI AVITAL, Mandolin & BRIDGET KIBBEY, Harp Spectacular Israeli-American mandolin-harp duo bring spectacular virtuosity to centre stage with a sophisticated program ranging from Bach to Villa-Lobos. Musical Evenings at San Fernando Cathedral merge the historic architecture of the nation's oldest continuously operating Catholic sanctuary with enchanting music of some of the finest, award-winning artists from […]
*Due to COVID-19, the current exhibition has been extended through the summer. The gallery is still open by appointment during regular business hours, but receptions have been cancelled.* Look at the gallery online here! The Art Gallery at Musical Bridges Around the World presents the organic paintings of Norma Jean Moore (San Antonio) and the […]
The Art Gallery at Musical Bridges Around the World presents the organic paintings of Norma Jean Moore (San Antonio) and the metal sculptures of Brian Wedgworth (McAllen). In different ways, both artists have experienced the intersection of artmaking and the capacity for the human body to heal itself, exploring forms that are simultaneously molecular and […]
D’s on Keys is an opportunity for professionals such as MD’s, PhD’s, JD’s and DDS’s to share their musical talents in a dynamic environment with gusto and flair! We invite you to an evening benefiting Kids to Concerts, Musical Bridges’ educational outreach program impacting over 50,000 San Antonio school children annually.
Armenian soprano Mané Galoyan, whom Classical Source exclaimed, “…is a real find <…> with a compelling presence and able to express feelings as naturally as breathing … ” is making a splash in the classical music industry. In the most recent season, Ms. Galoyan makes her Metropolitan Opera debut, singing Prilepa/Chlöe in Pique Dame, conducted […]
Mane Galoyan recently completed her residency with the Houston Grand Opera Studio in the 2017-2018 season, where she made her role debut as Violetta in La traviata, as well as the Confidante in Elektra. Mané Galoyan is a winner of numerous international competitions, including First Prize in the 27th Eleanor McCollum Competition and Concert of […]
