Mentorship
Receive personalized guidance from renowned faculty, helping you refine your composition skills and artistic vision.
Bridges
Bridges Faculty
Our esteemed Bridges faculty comprises world-renowned jazz and classical musicians dedicated to mentoring the next generation of composers. With extensive experience as performers, educators, and innovators, they provide invaluable insights, personalized guidance, and support to help participants refine their craft and bring their creative visions to life.
Billy Childs
Piano
John Clayton
Bass
Steve Wilson
Saxophone
Bridges 2025 Winners
The Steans Institute proudly announces the 2025 Bridges Composition Competition winners. Congratulations to Sam Chandler for “The Inland Sea,” John Sturino for “A Boundless Design,” and Teresa (Naphatraphee) Um for “Wheel of Chronicles.” Each of these talented composers has been awarded the David Baker Prize for their exceptional work.
Inside the Experience
Bridges is your chance to expand artistic boundaries, gain mentorship, and connect with a dynamic musical community while showcasing your work on a prestigious stage.
Collaboration
Work closely with talented peers, blending ideas and styles to create groundbreaking music.
Exposure
Showcase your work at a world-class venue, gaining recognition and valuable career opportunities.
