TEXAS INSTITUTE for ORCHESTRAL STUDIES

Admissions

Apply for TXIOS OrchestraFest 2026.

Registration is open to high-school and college student musicians who want a focused orchestral experience. Tuition is fully covered by grants and donations.

Dates

June 11-13, 2026

Tuition

100% covered

Registration

First-come, first-served

At a glance

Current 2026 registration facts.

Dates

June 11-13, 2026

Location

Martin High School, Arlington, TX

Eligibility

High-school and college student musicians who apply

Tuition

100% covered by generous grants and donations

Registration

First-come, first-served

Audition excerpts

None required

Who should register?

High-school and college musicians studying orchestral instruments.

Students ready to prepare challenging repertoire in a full-ensemble setting.

Musicians who would benefit from sectional coaching and focused rehearsal discipline.

Teachers and directors may share the form directly with eligible students.

Schedule

Day 1

9 AM-5 PM

Rehearsal, sectionals, and ensemble preparation

Day 2

9 AM-5 PM

Full-ensemble work and sectional coaching

Day 3

9 AM start; 1 PM concert

Final preparation and public performance

Music

Repertoire and preparation.

  • Brahms: Hungarian Dance No. 5 (Parlow)
  • Sibelius: Symphony No. 2, Finale
  • Williams: Raiders March
  • Barroso: Brasil
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