Inspiring Young Musicians & Building Community

At The Santa Fe Symphony, we believe music is for everyone. Our Education & Community programs support students from early childhood through high school, bring music into public schools, and reach thousands through free community concerts.

Youth Music Classes

We offer year-round classes for beginner through advanced students in:

• Orchestra

• Jazz

• Mariachi

• Chorus

• Chamber Music

• Private Lessons

“Nothing compares to the camaraderie of playing with fellow musicians. Thank you for continuing to bring this to young people in classical music.”

— Youth Symphony Alumnus

Early Childhood Programs

We’re deepening our work with young children through two pilot offerings:

• Lullaby Project: Parents and musicians co-write personal lullabies for their babies or toddlers (in partnership with the Santa Fe Children’s Museum).

• ¡Música para todos los niños!: Music classes for 3–4 year olds at Kaune Early Learning Center, focused on movement and social-emotional growth!

Mentoring in Public Schools

Our musicians support Santa Fe Public School music classrooms with:

• Sectionals

• Group and individual lessons

• Specialized instruction

This program reaches over 150 students each year and strengthens music education across the district.

Community Programming

We bring music into Santa Fe and beyond through:

• Free concerts at senior centers, libraries, shelters, and public spaces

• Pop-ups and early childhood music sessions

• Performances by student ensembles

Our Impact

• 300+ students in Youth Program classes

• 150+ students mentored in public schools

• Thousands reached annually through free concerts

• 27% of students receive financial aid

• No student turned away for financial reasons