TxApme Festival - March, 14th 2025

Introducing the First-Ever Texas Popular Music Statewide Student Music Festival – Coming to Austin!

Get ready, Texas! For the first time ever, student musicians from every corner of the Lone Star State will come together for a full-day celebration of music, creativity, and community in the heart of Austin – the Live Music Capital of the World.

TxAPME Student Music Festival is more than just a concert. It’s a one-of-a-kind opportunity for student bands and solo artists to grow, connect, and shine. Participants will experience:

🎸 Interactive Masterclasses with top-tier musicians and industry pros
🎤 Inspiring Panels on everything from songwriting to careers in music
🎧 Access to a Professional Recording Studio for on-the-spot sessions
🤝 Meet-Ups & Collaboration Zones to jam, network, and create
🎶 An Unforgettable Mainstage Performance – festival-style, big sound, big lights!

This is your moment to take the stage, learn from the best, and join a statewide community of rising stars.

Mark your calendars and tune your instruments – the future of Texas music is coming together in Austin.

Date: Saturday - March 14, 2026
Location: Austin, Texas (hosted on the campus of St. Michael’s Prep)
Open to: Middle school, high school, and college student musicians from across Texas

Follow us for updates and application info. Let’s make history—together.

• Registration is open from now until December 1st.  
• There is no fee for participating groups, but they must be sponsored by a TxAPME member.  That membership fee is $25 and open to any Texas Music Teacher.
• Groups will be accepted until the festival fills up.  
• A less than 1 minute simple video recording (phone is fine) and a set list must be submitted by January 15th 2026 for scheduling purposes.
• Check the directors packet below for more information