What We Do
Choir, Grants, Competitions, Soccer, and more!
Past Grantees
River Oaks Chamber Orchestra (ROCO) – Chamber Music for All
Chamber Music for All ROCO applied its grant funding toward its mission of making classical music more engaging, intimate, and inclusive. The ensemble performed a vibrant season of chamber concerts across Houston, blending traditional works (including German repertoire) with modern programming in unexpected venues, bringing classical music directly to the community
Houston Brass Quintet
Bringing Brass to the People With support from Houston Saengerbund, the Houston Brass Quintet expanded its educational outreach and community concert offerings. The grant helped fund performances that included German composers and brought high-energy brass music to schools, outdoor venues, and special events throughout the region.
Houston Grand Opera
Supporting Vocal Excellence HGO used their Saengerbund grant to enhance programming related to German opera repertoire and vocal training. As one of Houston’s premier arts institutions, their investment in German language and musical artistry echoes our mission and ensures that classical vocal traditions remain a cornerstone of operatic
Our Activities
German Language Scholarship Competition
Founded in 1883, the Houston Saengerbund today presents a full season of choral concerts, German cultural events, and music and language competitions. The Houston Saengerbund is excited to present a new statewide opportunity to foster German language by engaging in community outreach on a wider basis. For the very first time, high school students from across Texas will have the opportunity to compete in a virtual German language scholarship competition to qualify for two full scholarships to participate in the AATG Summer Study Program.
Choir
The Houston Saengerbund has showcased its musical talents throughout our previous seasons by proudly hosting our own Oktoberfest, Weihnachtskonzert, Frühlingskonzert, and a variety of other concerts. The choirs perform a wide variety of music in German, English, and other languages to reflect the culture of Houston. From the Baroque era with Bach and Handel, to the more contemporary styles of Broadway and German Schlager, the HSB repertoire catalog is vast. The Houston Saengerbund continues to be a vital cultural hub, thanks to its dedication to musical excellence and a timeless sense of warmth and friendliness.
Saengerbund Soccer Club
The Saengerbund Soccer Club (SSC) was founded in 1963 from a group of young Germans who were members of the Saengerbund singing society.
As always, all games are at Bear Creek Park at 3535 War Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77084. Come down to Bear Creek Park to cheer our team on to victory.
If you have questions about the Saengerbund Soccer Club, please contact Horst at sbkickers@comcast.net or 281-367-1748.