Summer Music Workshop
Houston’s Premier Summer Jazz Workshop Experience
Hands-on music education, mentorship, and performance opportunities for students ages 8–18 featuring jazz, Latin music, improvisation, percussion, ensemble performance, and music technology.
Scholarships Available • Multiple Houston Locations • Beginner to Advanced
Ages
Elementary through High School
Styles
Jazz • Latin Jazz • Funk
Improvisation • Contemporary
Locations
Houston-area schools and community partner sites
Scholarships
Affordable programs with financial assistance available
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Transforming Lives Through Music Education
.For more than 26 years, Diaz Music Institute has provided engaging and transformative music education experiences for students throughout Houston. Our Summer Music Workshops combine jazz, Latin jazz, funk, improvisation, percussion, and contemporary music instruction in a supportive and inspiring environment led by experienced educators and professional musicians.
Students develop:
- musicianship,
- creativity,
- confidence,
- collaboration skills,
- and real-world performance experience
Workshop includes:
- Jazz Ensemble Instruction
- Latin Percussion & Rhythm Studies
- Improvisation Training
- Drum Set, Piano, Brass & Woodwinds
- Contemporary Music Styles
- Student Performances & Showcases
- Professional Artist Mentorship
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE DMI
Nationally Recognized Music Education With a Personal Touch
DMI combines high-quality instruction, professional mentorship, and real performance opportunities in a supportive environment where students can grow as musicians and young leaders.
Choose Your 2026 Summer Workshop Location
Each workshop location has a separate application to help us manage enrollment, student placement, and site-specific reporting requirements for our supporting partners and funders. Please select the workshop site your student will attend and complete that specific application.
June 15–19, 2026
Summer Jazz Workshop
Ages 12–14 | Limited Enrollment
Site: Atascocita HS
June 15–19, 2026
Latin Jazz Workshop
Ages 12–18 | Limited Enrollment
Site: Raul Yzaguirre School for Success
June 30–July 2, 2026
Rhythm Section Workshop
Percussion, piano, bass, guitar & drums
Site: Spring HS
June 30–July 2, 2026
Improvisation Workshop
Jazz improvisation, creativity skills
Site: Spring HS
June 22–26, 2026
Success Elementary Music Workshop
Site: Raul Yzaguirre School for Success
SOLD OUT
June 22–26, 2026
Latin Jazz Intensive
Site: Spring HS
INVITATION ONLY
For more information call 832-858-5855 or email: info@diazmusicinstitute.org
July 20–30, 2026
Summer Music Camp
Site: Wheatley HS
SOLD OUT
July 20–30, 2026
Summer Music Camp
Site: Freeman HS
SOLD OUT
26 YEARS OF IMPACT
More Than a Music Camp
DMI’s Summer Music Workshops combine professional-level music instruction with mentorship, creativity, leadership, and cultural exploration. Students work directly with experienced educators and guest artists while developing confidence, discipline, collaboration, and artistic expression.
1000+
Students Served Yearly
26+
Years Serving Houston
Featured at
Midwest Clinic & JEN
What Students Will Experience
Students receive hands-on instruction from experienced educators and professional musicians in a high-energy, encouraging environment designed to build confidence, creativity, musicianship, and leadership.
Instrument Instruction
Students receive instruction in brass, woodwinds, percussion, piano, bass, guitar, voice, and more.
Latin Rhythm Studies
Students explore Afro-Caribbean and Latin jazz rhythms through hands-on percussion and ensemble performance.
Improvisation & Creativity
Workshops encourage improvisation, composition, self-expression, and musical confidence.
Music Technology
Students are introduced to recording, music production, entrepreneurship, and modern music careers.
Guest Artists & Mentorship
Students learn directly from nationally and internationally recognized artists and educators.
Live Performances
Students showcase what they learn through performances and collaborative ensemble experiences.
Featured Guest Artists & Clinicians
Students will have the opportunity to learn from nationally recognized guest artists, professional musicians, and cultural arts leaders throughout the Summer Music Workshops.
Jeff Coffin
Grammy-winning saxophonist, educator, and member of Dave Matthews Band.
Jeff will work with students on improvisation, creativity, ensemble performance, and musical communication during the Summer Music Workshops.
Known For: Dave Matthews Band • Béla Fleck • Grammy-winning recordings
Carl Allen
Acclaimed jazz drummer, educator, and former member of the Jazz Messengers and Freddie Hubbard Quintet.
Carl will work with students on jazz ensemble performance, rhythm section interaction, improvisation, and the traditions of swing and modern jazz.
Known For: Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers • Freddie Hubbard • Christian McBride Band • Jazz Education
Oskar Cartaya
Internationally recognized bassist, composer, and educator known for jazz, Latin, and world music performance.
Oskar Cartaya will work with students on groove, ensemble performance, Latin rhythms, improvisation, and professional musicianship.
Known For: Spyro Gyra • Jennifer Lopez • Herb Alpert • Marc Anthony
Horace-Alexander Young
Internationally acclaimed trumpeter, educator, and bandleader known for his powerful sound, lyrical improvisation, and leadership in modern jazz.
Terell Stafford will work with students on jazz improvisation, ensemble communication, swing feel, phrasing, trumpet performance, and professional musicianship.
Known For: McCoy Tyner • Bobby Watson • Carnegie Hall Jazz Band • Vanguard Jazz Orchestra
26+ Years
Serving Houston Students & Families
National Recognition
DownBeat Student Music Award Winners
Prestigious Performances
Students have performed at The Midwest Clinic & JEN Conference
Professional Mentorship
Students work with nationally recognized artists and educators
“Diaz Music Institute gave my child confidence, discipline, and musical opportunities we never imagined possible. The mentorship and sense of community have been life-changing.”
— Parent of DMI Student
Give Your Student a Summer of Music, Creativity & Confidence
Join students from across the Houston area for an unforgettable summer of music, mentorship, performance, and cultural exploration. Scholarships may be available for qualifying students.
