Thank you to everyone who joined us in Houston for the 2026 El Sistema USA National Symposium.
Centered around the theme We Are Here | Aquí Estamos, this year’s Symposium brought together teaching artists, program leaders, students, performers, and partners from across the national network for two days of learning, collaboration, dialogue, and music-making.
We are grateful to all presenters, participating programs, partners, donors, and attendees who contributed to this meaningful gathering and helped strengthen connections across the field.
We extend a special thank you to the National Endowment for the Arts, Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, and The Houston Symphony for their support in helping make this event possible.
View photos from the event below.
Keynote Presenters
Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR)
Keynote Speaker and Featured Composer
Apollo Chamber Players
Keynote Performers
Participating Programs
SPONSORS
This event was made possible in part by support from the National Endowment for the Arts and Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts.
