Happy Fourth of July!
The teachers and staff at Memorial Music wish you a happy and safe Fourth of July! And when we say safe, we are especially talking to our flutists, trumpet players, guitar players, pianists, drummers, and every student who needs all their fingers. If your celebration includes fireworks, grills, sparklers, or anything else hot and explosive, please be careful.
We want to see everyone back at lessons in one piece!
Free Monthly Group Class
Join us on Sunday, July 26th from 1:30–2:30 PM for our free monthly group class. This month’s class, Singing Fun!, will be led by one of our piano and vocal instructors, Steffany.
Students will explore their voices, learn helpful tips and tricks, and discover new ways to make the most of their singing. This vocal-based class is a fun opportunity for students to build confidence and enjoy singing in a supportive group setting.
As always, this group class is free for all current Memorial Music students. We hope you’ll join us!
Keep the Music (Practice) Going This Summer!
Summer is a great time to enjoy a break from the usual routine, but a little practice along the way can make a big difference.
Practice does not have to take hours. Even 10 to 15 minutes a few times each week can help students keep their skills sharp, maintain muscle memory, and return to lessons feeling more confident.
Enjoy your summer, have fun, and keep playing when you can. We look forward to hearing your progress at your next lesson!
Keep the Music (Experiences) Going This Summer!
Summer is a great time for students to experience music outside of lessons and practice time. From free outdoor concerts to family-friendly performances and special symphony events, there are several opportunities around Houston this month to hear live music, explore different styles, and enjoy music together as a family. Here are a few events happening in and around Houston that Memorial Music students may enjoy.
July 5th – Outlaw Music Festival
https://www.woodlandscenter.org/events/2026/outlaw-music-festival
This full-day concert at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion features Willie Nelson, Wilco, Sheryl Crow, Stephen Wilson Jr., Margo Price, Lukas Nelson, and Lily Meola. Tickets are required, and pricing was not listed in the details provided. This could be a great option for older students and families interested in country, folk, Americana, songwriting, and live band performance. With several well-known artists on the same lineup, students can hear different vocal styles, arrangements, and approaches to storytelling through music.
July 10th – Movie & Dance: Encanto with Live Ballet Folklórico
https://www.woodlandscenter.org/events/2026/performing-arts/encanto
This free family-friendly event at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion combines live dance, music, culture, and a screening of Disney’s Encanto. The evening begins with a performance by Mixteco Ballet Folklórico, bringing Mexican dance traditions, rhythm, and storytelling to the stage, followed by the movie on the big screens. It’s a fun option for students to experience how music, movement, and culture work together to tell a story.
July 11th – Summer Symphony Nights
https://www.milleroutdoortheatre.com/performance/summer-symphony-nights-4/
Bring the family to Miller Outdoor Theatre for a free evening with the Houston Symphony under the stars. This Summer Symphony Nights performance features music by Mendelssohn, Falla, Ginastera, and Márquez, conducted by Ana María Patiño-Osorio. It’s a great opportunity for students to experience a live orchestra in a relaxed outdoor setting and hear how different composers use rhythm, melody, and orchestral color to create exciting musical moments.
July 15th – Game On! A Symphony of Sport
https://www.woodlandscenter.org/events/2026/performing-arts/wso-game-on
This free concert at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion features The Woodlands Symphony Orchestra performing music inspired by sports, stadiums, and competition. Students will hear how orchestral music, fanfares, rock anthems, rhythm, and crowd participation can create excitement and energy. It’s a fun way to connect live music with familiar sounds from football, basketball, the Olympics, and other big sports moments.
July 19th – The Australian Pink Floyd Show
https://us.atgtickets.com/events/australian-pink-floyd/smart-financial-centre/
The Australian Pink Floyd Show comes to Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land with a full concert production celebrating the music of Pink Floyd. Tickets are required, and pricing was not listed in the details provided. This could be a good option for older students interested in classic rock, guitar, keyboards, drums, live sound, lighting, lasers, video, and how a professional tribute band recreates well-known music in a large concert setting.
July 23rd – Music for Little Ones at Children’s Museum Houston
For babies only: https://www.cmhouston.org/events/music-for-little-ones-babies-only
For older kiddos: https://www.cmhouston.org/events/music-for-little-ones-mixed-age-families
Children’s Museum Houston offers two Music for Little Ones classes on July 23rd: a Babies Only class from 5:30 to 6:00 PM for babies from birth to 12 months, and a Mixed-Age Families class from 6:15 to 6:45 PM for children ages 0 to 5. These classes use lullabies, movement, play, and simple musical activities to support early musical development and give families a fun way to explore music together. General admission is required.
July 24th & 25th – A. R. Rahman with the Houston Symphony
https://houstonsymphony.org/performance/a-r-rahman-with-the-houston-symphony/
A. R. Rahman joins the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall for a special concert featuring his wide-ranging music, including influences from Eastern classical, pop, world music, rap, and film scores such as Slumdog Millionaire. Tickets are required, and pricing was not listed in the details provided. This is a great option for students to hear how orchestral music can connect with many styles and cultures, and how composers use music to support storytelling on a global stage.