Latin Caribbean Ensemble
Explore salsa, merengue, bachata, vallenato and other Latin American and Caribbean rhythms through collective music making.
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Your Sound. Your Next Stage.
Explore Latin rhythms, mariachi, symphonic rock and the music of the plains with El Sistema Texas in Greater Houston. Find your ensemble and connect with our team to get started.
Find your sound
Tradition, Rhythm and Stage Energy
Choose the music that inspires you. Our team will confirm the entry requirements, instruments and availability for your chosen ensemble.
Symphonic Mariachi
Celebrate Mexican and Tex-Mex musical traditions through collective training, instrumental technique and stylistic expression.
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Symphonic Rock
Bring classic rock to the stage with electric and electronic instruments, rhythmic precision and ensemble performance.
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Alma Llanera
Discover music from the Venezuelan and Colombian plains with traditional instruments such as cuatro, maracas, harp and bandola.
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Find Your Ensemble in Four Steps
Explore the Music
Discover our popular music ensembles and choose your area of interest.
Request a Visit
New families start with an Open House request. Tell our team which ensemble interests you.
Confirm Requirements
Our team will confirm current availability and the preparation or evaluation required for your ensemble.
Follow Your Next Step
Receive guidance on participation, placement and enrollment from our team.
Participation and entry requirements are confirmed by our team for each ensemble. An Open House request is not enrollment or a guarantee of placement.
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Before You Begin
Do all ensembles use the orchestra audition materials?
Contact our team for the requirements of your chosen popular music ensemble. The orchestra instrument and level selector applies to the orchestral audition pathway.
How do I ask about instruments, dates and availability?
Request an Open House visit and tell our team which ensemble you are interested in, or email info@elsistematexas.org.
Where can I learn more about the music?
Explore the Popular Programs page for an introduction to each ensemble.
Ready to Find Your Sound?
Meet our team and discover the next step for your musical interests.
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