SBCC offers culturally relevant musical instruction and bilingual performance opportunities based on the robust canons of Spanish-language music from the folk, classical, indigenous, and popular traditions. Currently serving more than 250 students and their families annually, SBCC programs provide outlets for creative expression, crucial for a child's development. Our programs bring hope and connection to our choristers, their families, and their community - frequently connecting generations in bilingual households through music. 
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PROGRAMS
 
AFTERSCHOOL INITIATIVES:
-Los Exploradores - early childhood music immersion for ages 3-6 meets once per week and includes end of semester recital presentation
-Los Principiantes - preparatory choir for ages 7-10 meets once per week, participating in at least two concerts per year before graduating to the most advanced choir
-Los Jóvenes Cantantes - our showcase choir with members ages 8-13 meets twice per week and performs at numerous concerts each semester
-Coro de Guitarras (guitar choir)- beginner and advanced group lessons meeting twice weekly for ages 8-13, students showcase their own songs and accompany the choirs in our signature concerts.
-En Armonía con Segundo Barrio (violin program) - a collaboration between SBCC, AFA, and Houston Symphony, this program introduces children ages 7-9 to the violin through twice-weekly group lessons.
 
PUBLIC PERFORMANCES
Our most transformative program features our flagship ensemble, Los Jóvenes Cantantes, performing at 20+ community festivals/events annually, focused on engaging residents, building community, and raising awareness of the importance of Latinx representation and education in the arts. SBCC is the first community-based children's chorus invited to share its bilingual programs at performances with Houston Grand Opera, Theater Under the Stars, Houston Symphony, and at televised events such as the City of Houston Mayor's Holiday-Spectacular, reaching tens of thousands.

 
SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS
Camp is a tuition-free, 4-week, intensive program for children, grades K-8, meeting daily, introducing principles of music and vocal production, culminating in a public “Concierto Comunitario”.  Older students are invited to serve as interns and mentors for the younger campers. This youth-empowerment component provides leadership opportunities, while also addressing a major community need by providing safe spaces and financial relief for parents seeking high-quality programming for their children during work hours.