Musical Bridges Around the World

Musical Bridges Around the World Fostering global harmony, uniting cultures, and
inspiring connections through the power of music. Based in San Antonio, TX To learn more, go to: mbaw.org

Musical Bridges Around the World is a 501(c)(3) arts nonprofit with the mission to celebrate our shared humanity by providing access to global arts for all. Founded in 1998 by Russian-born pianist Dr. Anya Grokhovski and a group of avid music lovers, MBAW currently provides world-class music and arts from around the world programming FREE of charge to the public, students, and senior communities.

MBAW's free public programs include:
🎼 Russell Hill Rogers Musical Evenings at San Fernando Cathedral - Seasonal concert series
🪗 UNITYFest - Annual international-focused music festival
🎹 The Gurwitz International Piano Competition - International piano competition every 4 years
🎨 MBAW Art Gallery - Quarterly exhibitions from local and global visual artists

MBAW's free community programs include:
🌱 Musical Sprouts - Educational concerts and curriculums where kids explore world cultures!
👵🏼 Golden Age - Concerts in senior living communities
🎻 Colburn-Pledge Music Scholarship - TX-based bowed string instrument student scholarship
🎹 Gurwitz Youth Ambassadors - Providing young local pianists with masterclass and performance opportunities.

Happy Birthday to the incredibly talented Tatiana Dorokhova! Watching her pour her heart into every note on the Gurwitz ...
06/11/2026

Happy Birthday to the incredibly talented Tatiana Dorokhova! Watching her pour her heart into every note on the Gurwitz stage left San Antonio completely speechless and we feel so lucky to have been part of her journey here. Wishing her a day as beautiful and powerful as her playing. 🎹

Tatiana Dorokhova

06/10/2026

A little look back at one of our favorite moments from May ❤️ We had the honor of bringing live mariachi music to the Soldier Recovery Unit for their Fiesta celebration 🪅

05/31/2026

At the Grand Opening of the 2024 Gurwitz International Piano Competition, pianist Sergio Tiempo takes the stage to perform Alberto Ginastera's Danzas Argentinas Op. 2, bringing the full force of his artistry to one of Latin American classical music's most celebrated works in a performance that set the entire evening ablaze from the very first note.

Full Performance video on our YouTube Channel!

05/26/2026

On April 12, 2026, the storied walls of San Fernando Cathedral resonated with the brilliant artistry of pianist Young Sun Choi, presented by Musical Bridges Around the World. Enjoy her brilliant performance at the link, including music by J.S. Bach, Frederic Chopin, Carl Vine, and more.

The deadline to apply for the Colburn-Pledge Music Scholarship is coming up fast! 🎻This scholarship provides college tui...
05/26/2026

The deadline to apply for the Colburn-Pledge Music Scholarship is coming up fast! 🎻

This scholarship provides college tuition assistance up to $3,000 for young bowed string players pursuing careers in classical music. Open to first-year classical string students (violin, viola, cello, and bass) with school admission who live in the Greater San Antonio area. Submit your application before June 30th at mbaw.org/cpms.

Applications for our 2026 Youth Ambassador Program are closing soon! 🎶If you have been thinking about applying, now is t...
05/25/2026

Applications for our 2026 Youth Ambassador Program are closing soon! 🎶

If you have been thinking about applying, now is the time. This is your chance to develop your artistry and leadership through live performances, exclusive masterclasses with renowned guest artists, and meaningful community engagement. Open to all instruments for Bexar County students up to 18 years of age.

Submit your application before June 30th at mbaw.org/ya. Do not let this opportunity pass you by!

Musical Bridges Around the World is teaming up with the San Antonio Public Library to bring German music and culture to ...
05/21/2026

Musical Bridges Around the World is teaming up with the San Antonio Public Library to bring German music and culture to life for kids across our city this summer. And who better to lead that journey than the incredibly talented and wildly entertaining Alex Meixner Music.

Locations Dates & Times:
📍 Mission Library - 23 June | 12:00 PM
📍 Igo Library - 23 June | 3:00 PM
📍 Encino Library - 23 June | 6:00 PM
📍 Parman Library - 24 June | 10:00 AM
📍 Collins Garden Library - 24 June | 1:00 PM
📍 Johnston Library - 24 June | 4:00 PM
📍 Guerra Library - 8 July | 10:30 AM
📍 Semmes Library - 8 July | 1:00 PM
📍 Potranco Library - 8 July | 4:00 PM
📍 Carver Library (Denver Heights Community Center) - 9 July | 10:30 AM
📍 Forest Hills Library - 9 July | 2:00 PM
📍 Brook Hollow Library - 9 July | 4:30 PM
📍 McCreless Library - 10 July | 10:30 AM
📍 Westfall Library - 10 July | 2:00 PM
📍 Memorial Library - 10 July | 4:00 PM

For more information, visit our website at mbaw.org/sapl

San Antonio Public Library Foundation

We walked into Camelot Elementary today and walked out with our hearts completely full. Milton Holbrook brought the soul...
05/20/2026

We walked into Camelot Elementary today and walked out with our hearts completely full. Milton Holbrook brought the soul of India through every note on the sitar while Dr. Lopita Nath of Rhythmics School of Kathak Dance San Antonio, Indian Dance brought students to the edge of their seats with the stunning beauty of classical Indian dance.

North East Independent School District - NEISD Camelot Elementary School - North East ISD

Address

23705 Frontage Road, Suite 101
San Antonio, TX
78257

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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+12104641534

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