Programs

A unique opportunity for young musicians to deepen their experience and skills as musicians through rehearsing and performing chamber music in small, customized ensembles.

Students at all levels of experience may enroll in one-on-one composition lessons with AFA Faculty Artists in order to hone their individual music-writing skills as well as join their fellow students on outings and activities involving AFA’s artistic collaborators.

The Boot Camp session is a two-week program focusing on the development of fundamental music skills and the student’s creative voice, offering instruction in technique, instrumentation, music theory and more.

The Intensive is a one-of-a-kind, pre-professional experience for young composers taking place over five weeks and featuring in-depth writing projects in collaboration with some of Houston’s premier arts organizations, including Houston Ballet. The Composition Studio Intensive is an unparalleled opportunity for local young composers!

Take your playing to the next level at AFA year round by developing skills not only as a soloist but also as a collaborative pianist and musician. Piano at AFA includes solo work, chamber music, and much more.

The Orchestra & Chamber Music Intensive is a conservatory-style experience for motivated and passionate high school musicians from across the Houston area. Activities include symphony orchestra, chamber music, music theory and electives, and performances.

The Orchestra & Chamber Music Workshop features symphonic orchestra tailored to advanced younger players, offering a unique experience for this age group, plus chamber music, music theory and electives.

Take your playing to the next level at AFA year round by developing skills not only as a soloist but also as a collaborative pianist and musician. Piano at AFA includes solo work, chamber music, and much more.

The String Ensembles Institute offers string players the opportunity to learn, rehearse, and perform challenging and fun music for 2 full weeks, guided by expert Faculty Artists. Students from across the Houston area attend, allowing students to meet their peers who love playing a string instrument as much as they do!

Develop your skills as a young artist in a positive, supportive environment during the AFA Summer Music Festival’s session for vocalists.

The Wind & Brass Workshop offers its participants two weeks of learning, practicing, and rehearsing in concert band, instrument-section classes, and small chamber music ensembles, plus music theory and enrichment classes. Students from across the Houston area attend, allowing students to meet their peers who love playing an instrument as much as they do!