Explore Spring Break orchestra camp and Summer music camp 2027 with El Sistema Texas. From early musical discovery to orchestra, choir and advanced young musicians, find the right session for your child in the Katy and Greater Houston community.
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Compare camp dates, ages, musical experience, tuition and attendance options. Each camp has its own application and an audition before admission.
March 8–13, 2027 · Two three-day blocks. An orchestral intensive for Overture, Symphony, Philharmonic and Chamber students, with day-only and overnight options. Review ensemble eligibility and audition steps before applying.
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June 28–July 16, 2027 · Ages 4–17 by session. Three day-camp weeks in Katy: Musical Initiation, Orchestra & Choir, and Advanced Young Musicians. Explore the age groups, fees and audition process.
Explore Summer CampHow to get started
Check the dates, age range, instrument or ensemble eligibility and attendance options for Spring or Summer.
Use the application on your camp page. Share the student’s age, instrument or voice, musical experience and requested session.
The camp team will send age- and program-appropriate preparation instructions and confirm your audition arrangements.
Receive the admission and placement decision, then follow the confirmed enrollment, payment and preparation instructions.
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Explore the separate Spring Camp and Campamento de Verano pages.
The Spring and Summer pages list their 2027 schedules, fees, eligibility and attendance options. Contact info@elsistematexas.org if you need help choosing a session.
Yes. Submit your camp application first. Our team will provide the preparation requirements and audition arrangements for the selected program. Auditions help assess readiness and appropriate placement; admission and enrollment are confirmed afterward.
Camp admissions
Start with the application for your chosen camp. The team will contact you with the audition format, preparation guidance and available arrangements.
Tell us about your instrument or voice, lessons and ensemble experience. Follow the requirements sent by the camp team for your selected age group and session. Camp auditions follow their own admission process.
Summer ApplicationReview the eligibility for Overture & Symphony or Philharmonic & Chamber. Apply for the appropriate block and complete the camp audition as instructed by the team.
Spring ApplicationThe Musical Initiation week welcomes applications without previous music lessons. Its audition will be appropriate to the child’s age and experience. Ask the team for guidance before preparing music; do not use the advanced orchestra requirements.
Camp audition dates, format and repertoire will be confirmed by the El Sistema Texas team. Contact info@elsistematexas.org for the instructions for your selected session.
El Sistema Texas welcomes families of every cultural background. Explore music, friendship and collective learning with young musicians from our community. Students from public, private and homeschool settings may apply when they meet their chosen camp’s age and program requirements.
Looking for a summer music camp near Katy or West Houston? Our Summer day camp is at 21600 Cimarron Pkwy, Katy, TX 77450. Spring is a separate orchestral intensive at a planned Texas ranch venue. Check each page for its location before making travel arrangements.
Families visiting from elsewhere in the United States or abroad are welcome to inquire. Contact our team about eligibility, teaching language and any support your family needs before booking travel.
Explore your camp or contact our team to find the next step for your family.
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