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In Harmony

In Harmony is a community-based afterschool music program led by the Houston Symphony in partnership with AFA and local community organizations. It aims to provide access to music education and promote life skills through active music-making for children in under-resourced communities who might otherwise not have access to music. In Harmony programs are tailored to each specific community partner, including culturally relevant musical content that allows children to celebrate and share their cultural traditions.

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Dr. Sippi and Mr. Ajay Khurana

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DeLUXE K!ds In Harmony

En Armonía con Segundo Barrio

DeLUXE K!ds In Harmony

In partnership with the Houston Symphony, DeLUXE Theater and AFA, this afterschool program, based in the Fifth Ward Cultural Arts District, utilizes music and violin instruction to foster community and create a safe, accepting, and inspiring environment for children. DeLUXE K!ds launched in October 2022 as the inaugural In Harmony partner and currently serves 40 students in grades 3–6 throughout 5th Ward in its fifth year as of the 2026-27 season.

Key Program Elements:
  • Free after-school program for children ages 8-11 in the 5th Ward area.
  • 4.5 hours of music instruction during three weekly rehearsals throughout the school year.
  • Monthly performances across Houston, including at the DeLUXE Theater and the Houston Symphony's lobby after PNC Family Concerts.
  • Enhanced confidence and performance abilities, preparing students for prestigious national stages.
Program Partners:

En Armonía con Segundo Barrio

Developed in collaboration with the Houston Symphony, Segundo Barrio Children’s Chorus (SBCC), and AFA, En Armonía introduces children from Houston’s Second Ward (“Segundo Barrio”) to the violin through twice-weekly group lessons, supplementing SBCC’s bilingual afterschool offerings while promoting life skills through culturally relevant Latin American repertoire.

Key Program Elements:
  • Tuition-free program for SBCC children ages 7-10.
  • Twice-weekly group violin lessons for more than 40 students in the Segundo Barrio Children’s Chorus.
  • Development of life skills through violin instruction, emphasizing responsibility, community participation, and personal excellence.
Program Partners:

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