About Us

El Sistema Texas is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to changing lives through music. Inspired by Venezuela’s El Sistema, we offer children, youth, and adults—regardless of background or financial situation—access to high-quality music education. Since starting in 2022, we’ve grown with the belief that music is a basic right and a powerful tool for bringing people together.

Through our orchestral and choral programs, we help students build discipline, teamwork, and respect, encouraging them to discover their talents and learn values that go beyond music. Today, we serve over 220 students in Houston and are working to expand our programs to reach even more communities with the transformative power of music.

Mission

Our mission is to give children, youth, and adults from all walks of life access to music education, using music as a way to promote social inclusion, personal growth, and strong values. Inspired by Venezuela’s El Sistema, we work to build unity and community through group music-making, making music a positive force for change in the lives of our students and the communities they belong to.

Vision

We imagine a future where everyone, regardless of their financial or social background, has the chance to experience the joy of making music. We aim to be a leader in inclusive music education, bringing our programs to more communities and developing new cultural initiatives. We hope every participant of El Sistema Texas becomes a compassionate community member and a champion for music as a tool for social change.

Philosophy

At El Sistema Texas, we believe in music as a powerful tool for personal growth and social transformation. Through orchestral and choral practice, we provide high-quality, accessible music education that fosters discipline, teamwork, and artistic excellence. Our mission goes beyond music; we create a supportive and inclusive community where every child, regardless of background, can develop their potential and contribute to a more united society.

Benefits

1. Academic and Emotional Growth: Music practice boosts memory, focus, and problem-solving skills while also improving emotional intelligence, self-esteem, and communication.

2. Teamwork and Community: By playing in orchestras and choirs, students learn how to work together, take responsibility, and develop a sense of belonging.

3. Inclusion and Diversity: Our programs welcome people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, celebrating diversity and fostering social integration.

4. Artistic Development: Students have opportunities to perform at events, festivals, and concerts, expanding their cultural experiences

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El Sistema: 50 Years of Musical and Social Transformation

Founded in 1975 by Dr. José Antonio Abreu, El Sistema has become the world’s most influential music education and social development program. What started as a visionary initiative in Venezuela now provides over 1.2 million children and youth with free musical training, instruments, and ensemble experiences, demonstrating that music is a powerful tool for social change.

Recognized globally for its inclusive and transformative approach, El Sistema Venezuela has inspired hundreds of programs worldwide, proving that every child, regardless of background, deserves access to high-quality music education. In 2022, UNICEF officially recognized El Sistema as a National Goodwill Ambassador, reinforcing its vital role in empowering young people through music.

In 2024, during the 2nd International El Sistema Congress in Venezuela, El Sistema Texas formalized a collaboration agreement with El Sistema Venezuela, strengthening our ties and expanding access to musical education and cultural exchange between our communities.

As El Sistema prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2025, we honor its legacy of excellence and inclusion, reaffirming our commitment to bringing this vision to more children in Texas and beyond.

Mission

Our mission is to provide an educational music program that fosters the cultural integration of children and young people through the collective practice of music. We believe in the transformative power of this art and its ability to develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills in each participant.

Vision

Our vision is to create a network of educational and social musical integration that contributes to the cultural development of children and young people throughout the state of Texas. We want to foster an artistic and teamwork environment that shapes better human beings and promotes equal opportunities for all, regardless of their ethnic origin, race, or social condition.

Philosophy

The philosophy of El Sistema Texas is based on the conviction that children can experience choral and orchestral practice from an early age, instilling essential values such as responsibility, camaraderie, and respect.

Inspired by the successful model of El Sistema de Orquestas y Coros Infantiles y Juveniles de Venezuela, the founders of the Texas System aim to provide children and young people with high-quality, productive, and enriching music education without distinction of race, ethnicity, or social status

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Through every note and melody, "El Sistema Texas" not only shapes musicians but global citizens with connected hearts.

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