Young Texas Artists Music Competition Showcases Promising Classical Musicians
Arts nonprofit Young Texas Artists (YTA) will bring eight rising classical music stars to the stage Saturday, March 14.
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Young Texas Artists’ Bach, Beethoven & Barbecue Gala Celebrates Spirit of Texas
Young Texas Artists’ 2026 Bach, Beethoven & Barbecue gala will be a grand, boot-stomping salute to Texas.
The Key Note: Conversations in Music
As far as Shannon Hesse is concerned, the best way to play piano is to perform with others. “It feels like we’re having a conversation,” said Hesse, a regular collaborative pianist for the Young Texas Artists Music Competition. “We can share ideas and play off of each other. That, to me, is far more rewarding … Read more
Young Texas Artists Kicks Off 41st Season With Classic Cabaret
Young Texas Artists (YTA) kicked off its 2025-26 season in style Oct. 16 with a dazzling Classic Cabaret celebration in The Woodlands featuring exquisite live music and performances by distinguished YTA alumni.
The Key Note: A Heart for Music
Longtime Young Texas Artists volunteer Craig Stephan describes his journey as a musician and his commitment to YTA.
Young Texas Artists’ New Season Features Classic Cabaret, Music Competition and Gala
Young Texas Artists’ 2025-26 performing arts season will include a kickoff party, the Young Texas Artists Music Competition, a gala, and a lecture series.
Major Milestone: Young Texas Artists Presents 40th Finalists’ Concert & Awards March 8
This year marks YTA’s 40th classical music competition — 40 years of championing rising stars in classical music and inspiring audiences. And the public is invited to see it all unfold. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at Crighton Theatre, 234 N. Main Street, in the Downtown Conroe Cultural District.