Bridges: Jazz & Classical Fusion

2026-06-10 — Highland Park, IL. ﻿ The Bridges Composition Competition calls on young composers from around the globe to add their creative perspectives to the “bridge” between the Steans Institute’s jazz and classical focuses with new works written for string quartet and jazz combo. Up to three winners are selected annually to receive the David Baker Prize—an award of $2,500 and a week to further develop their music with...