Supported by a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant, El Sistema USA (ESUSA) is pleased to announce the 2025 Regional Pathways Symposium Series. This series of two regional events will bring together music educators, administrators, and students for two days of professional development, networking, and community engagement. The first regional event will be held at the Peabody Institute in Baltimore, Maryland.
El Sistema USA and Equity Arc members should check their email or contact us for details about this virtual event.
This session empowers young musicians to succeed in collegiate and conservatory settings by teaching self-assessment, identifying assets and needs, and effective self-advocacy. Ideal for prospective students, families, instructors, program managers, and administrators supporting students’ musical journeys.
Supported by a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant, El Sistema USA (ESUSA) is pleased to announce the 2025 Regional Pathways Symposium Series. This series of two regional events will bring together music educators, administrators, and students for two days of professional development, networking, and community engagement. The first regional event will be held at the Peabody Institute in Baltimore, Maryland.
Join us for the El Sistema USA® Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 24, from 3:00–4:00 PM ET via Zoom. During this session, we’ll provide updates on new membership criteria, introduce our new member platform, and review highlights from the 2024–2025 season.
Join us on September 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM EST for an interactive session designed to help you get the most out of your ESUSA membership. We’ll share our updated Membership Pillars & Criteria, show you how to access resources through Wild Apricot, explain the Membership Referral Program, and highlight upcoming events like the National Symposium and Virtual Forums.
Join us for a webinar on October 28 from 7:30–8:30pm ET to learn more about the newly announced El Sistema USA® Scholarship at Manhattan School of Music. MSM admissions staff will provide an overview of the scholarship and admissions process and answer your questions.
Meet the cohort and learn what to expect throughout the course.
Discover how to identify and compare college music programs to match your artistic and academic goals. Students and parents will explore what makes a school unique – degree offerings, faculty, facilities, location, and financial aid – and learn how to build a personalized college list to confidently take the next step in their musical journey.
Gain practical insight and resources for preparing compelling college applications, including writing standout essays and resumes and securing strong recommendation letters. Learn from admissions experts about how to highlight your strengths, manage multiple applications, and present your best self throughout the process.
Develop strategies and personalized tools to excel in your college auditions. Explore best practices for repertoire selection, practice planning, and live auditions, with guidance from collegiate faculty and insights from current college students.
Understand essential strategies for managing the financial side of college, from identifying and applying for scholarships to navigating the financial aid process. Hear from financial aid experts and parents who’ve been through the process, and learn how to plan effectively, negotiate scholarships, and make a strong case for support.