Bio

Adrian Bridges is a guitarist, composer, and sound designer based in the Philadelphia area. He brings a diverse background to his work, ranging from theatrical sound design and podcast editing to classical composition and rock, jazz, and hip hop guitar.

Adrian began his formal training in classical guitar at age six, studying at Philadelphia’s Settlement Music School  He moved to New York to attend NYU, majoring in jazz guitar and composition, earning both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree, graduating summa cum laude, and being honored as a Presser Scholar.

Adrian found his way into the New York theater scene playing guitar, mandolin, banjo, bass, and percussion. He now works largely as a sound designer and composer, bringing his musical expertise to create the sonic atmosphere for dance, theater, and podcasts.

As a guitarist, Adrian has performed with a wide variety of groups at venues the world over, including Town Hall (New York), World Café Live (Philadelphia), The Blue Note (Milan), Rockwood Music Hall (New York), SEFCU Arena (Albany), Take Five Jazz Club (Bologna), Stage 48 (New York), and Chris’ Jazz Café (Philadelphia).

He is the current editor of The Ringer/Spotify podcast, Bandsplain, and you can check out his work with hip hop artist Izzy Man on Spotify and Apple Music.