Transforming lives through music.

El Sistema Texas

El Sistema Texas is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit transforming lives through music. Through accessible music education, we nurture artistic excellence, confidence and a sense of belonging in children and young people. Based in West Houston, we welcome families from across Greater Houston.

Explore our orchestras, choirs, early childhood music, popular music ensembles and inclusive programs. Saturday activities take place at 433 Barker Cypress Rd, Houston, TX 77094. Families from nearby Katy and the Energy Corridor are welcome. Contact our team to find the right program, confirm schedules and learn about enrollment and scholarship opportunities.

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Beneficiaries

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Impacted

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Volunteers

Our Causes

Changing a Child’s Life

Your support can change a child’s world through music.

Collective Practice of Music

Your generous contribution ensures the continued success and vitality of our  programs

Community in Harmony

Advancing inclusive music education for every child

Testimonials

Events & Concerts

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12 Dec

All aboard for a magical Christmas journey!

  • 5:00 - 7:00
  • 433 Barker Cypress Rd, El Sistema Texas
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27 Sep

From Salsa to Rock — one stage, endless possibilities!

  • 5:00 - 7:00
  • MATCH – Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
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26 Sep

Hispanic Heritage Festival

  • 12:00 - 4:00
  • Bayland Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77074

Blog

El Sistema Texas brings Latin-Caribbean music, symphonic mariachi and the debut of its Symphonic Rock Orchestra to MATCH on September 27, 2026.

Anna, Luna, Andrea, Nelly and Lucas joined young musicians from across the United States for the YOLA National Festival 2026 in Los Angeles, culminating in a performance at Walt Disney

More than 400 musicians and an audience of approximately 500 gathered in Houston for El Sistema Texas’s fourth anniversary, raising funds for families affected by the earthquake in Venezuela.

The 2026 Young Soloists Festival at MATCH honored Maestro Eddy Marcano, celebrated a City of Houston proclamation and introduced a new international violin competition.

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