Educator Resources

Welcome Music Educators!

YOSA is here to support all San Antonio and surrounding area music educators and their students with free resources, exciting opportunities, and world-class musical experiences. From complimentary clinics and music library access to performance opportunities at the Tobin Center and visits from renowned guest artists, we’re committed to enriching music education in San Antonio. Explore all the ways YOSA can partner with you—whether it’s providing free concert tickets or educational materials, we’re here to help.

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YOSA 2026 Invitational

A free festival of San Antonio-area middle and high school bands and orchestras. Applications are now open for 2026!

The 2026 YOSA Invitational gives local school bands and orchestras the chance to record and perform in the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts’ renowned H-E-B Performance Hall, San Antonio’s premier concert venue, free of charge to all participating ensembles.

School Visits

Guest Artists Performances

Inspire your students with performances and masterclasses by world-class guest artists.

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An orchestra rehearsal in a large, brightly lit music room with musicians seated at music stands, a conductor in front, and a colorful geometric wall design.

Free Clinics

Prepare for UIL and other performances with complimentary clinics lead by YOSA conductors, including Troy Peters and Ken Freudigman.

In-school Concerts and Visits

Bring YOSA directly to your students with
engaging in school performances and visits.

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Educator Materials

  • Night view of Tobin Center with illuminated historic building and modern curved glass building in the background, palm trees and streetlights in the foreground.

    Complimentary Tickets

    Experience YOSA performances with complimentary tickets for TMEA members. All music educators in San Antonio are eligible to get free tickets to any YOSA concert.

    Request Tickets
  • Open sheet music with musical notes and staff lines.

    Loans from the YOSA Library

    Educators can access YOSA’s extensive music library, including string, full orchestra, band, and chamber pieces. Contact us for a catalog—if we have what you need, we’ll provide it free of charge!

    Request Catalog
  • A colorful assortment of paper sheets in various hues including blue, green, red, purple, orange, black, pink, white, light blue, and yellow, overlapping each other.

    Post Concert Materials

    YOSA is happy to provide you with educational materials that meet state standards to use in class before and after attending a YOSA Concert.

    Request Materials

YOSA’s Educator of the Year Award

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YOSA celebrates excellence in music education with our annual award recognizing outstanding teachers.

Every year in May, YOSA celebrates a music educator in the San Antonio area whose contributions to fine arts have benefited young musicians in the community.

Past winners include:

  • 2025 - Sixto Elizondo IV

  • 2024 - David Stephenson

  • 2023 - Jan Garverick

  • 2022 - Melanie Sorgi