Katy Youth Symphony is dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for young musicians to grow and excel in their craft.

All Students will perform in a final concert, showcasing their progress and artistry in front of family, friends, and the community.This program is designed for students with little or zero experience playing their selected instrument.

Details 

Rehearsals: Weekly rehearsals take place on Mondays from

New students: (no prior instrument experience) 5:00 PM to 5:50 PM. Continuing students: meet from 6:00 - 6:50 PM

DATES: September 14th - May 03rd 2026

LOCATION: Steve Radack Community Center, 18650 Clay Rd, Houston, TX 77084

COST: $590, $40 non refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. Tuition payment plans are available.

Payment plans available.

Payment Plan A ( 2 Payment Split), Payment due September & October.

Payment Plan B ( 3 Payment Split), Payment due September & October, November

Tuition invoicing wil begin in Mid September.

REQUIREMENTS: The Prelude Orchestra Ensemble Program is open to Kindergarden through 5th grade students who are new to learning a string instrument or early beginners. Parents will select an instrument that their student will learn (violin, viola, cello, bass).

Please join us for an online parent information session. You will learn about Katy Youth Symphony and the new Prelude Orchestra Ensemble Program. No prior experience is needed for your student to participate in the program, they will be taught to play the instrument you select.

Katy Youth Symphony Handbook

I/we have read and understand the Katy Youth Symphony Participant Handbook. I agree to abide by the outlined rules and policies. I agree to help maintain an atmosphere of respect and to come to each rehearsal prepared and on time, with a good attitude. I will use the KatyYS attendance forum (REMIND) to communicate my late arrivals or absences.

Media Release

I hereby assign and grant to Katy Youth Symphony (KatyYS) the right and permission to use and publish the photographs/film/videos/ electronic representations and/or sound recordings made of me or my child(ren) at all KatyYS activities, and I hereby release the KatyYS contractors, volunteers, and related parties associated with the activity from any and all liability from such use and publication
I hereby authorize the reproduction, sale, copyright, exhibit, broadcast, electronic storage, and/or distribution of said photographs/film/videos/electronic representations and/or sound recordings without limitation at the discretion of KatyYS, and I specifically waive any right to any compensation I may have for any of the foregoing.

Authorized to Treat Minor: In the event that I cannot be reached in an emergency, I hereby permit a Katy Youth Symphony representative to call 911 and/or to contact a medical facility or physician selected by Katy Youth Symphony to provide proper treatment. I will be responsible for all expenses arising in association with such treatment.

Indemnity and Waiver of Claim: I hereby acknowledge that as a condition of the our participation in the information session,  I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Katy Youth Symphony, Power House Church, its employees and volunteers, its governing board, the individual members thereof, and all other officers, agents and employees from any liability, lawsuit, cost, expense or claim of any type whatsoever (including legal fees) for any harm, injury or death arising out of the above-mentioned activity.

Returning & New Applicants, Please pay the $40 non-refundable registration fee.

The tuition for orchestra is $590, Tuition payment is due before the first day of orchestra rehersal (Monday, September 14, 2026).

Payment plans available.

Payment Plan A ( 2 Payment Split), Payment due September & October.

Payment Plan B ( 3 Payment Split), Payment due September & October, November

Tuition invoicing wil begin in Mid September.

Any parent/student may apply for Need-Based Financial-aid. Please complete this form and then email info@katyys.org to request the application.