The primary goal of Houston Symphony’s wide array of education programs is to inspire students to begin or continue playing an instrument. We recognize the extensive research that has proven that music education provides academic benefits, increases attendance rates and improves life and thinking skills for all students, regardless of socioeconomic status, preparing them for success in school, work and life.

In the 2023-24 season, the Houston Symphony served 53,000 students from 32 Greater Houston school districts through a combination of 25 full-orchestra concerts, musician classroom visits, and school residencies. This is more than double the number of students served by any other American orchestra through similar concert series.