TDMEC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Dickinson, Texas, dedicated to providing free after-school music lessons, instruments, and performance opportunities to underserved children from 4th grade through high school.

Our programs are open to children from Dickinson and surrounding areas, including homeschool students, starting in the 4th grade.

Parents can enroll their children through the Enrollment Page,(www.tdmec.org/registration) which includes an instrument assessment to help students select the right instrument.

We offer lessons for flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, French horn, and percussion.

No, TDMEC provides all lessons, instruments, and materials free of charge to ensure accessibility for all students.

Students can participate in the TDMEC Galveston County Youth Ensemble, perform at community events, and showcase their talents at festivals like the Dickinson Strawberry Festival.

Students who complete at least one year in the program and enroll in their local ISD band program are eligible to receive an instrument to support their continued music education.

Our music coaches are exclusively high school band section leaders, chosen for their leadership and expertise. They serve as mentors and role models, creating an inspiring and peer-driven learning environment.

Lessons are held at 4613 State Hwy 3, Dickinson, TX 77539, on the campus of the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church.

You can support TDMEC by donating money, instruments, or your time. Visit our Donation Page (www.tdmec.org/giving)or contact us for volunteer (www.tdmec.org/volunteer)or instrument donation (https://www.tdmec.org/donation-drive)opportunities.

The Galveston County Youth Ensemble is a free performance group with two divisions: Junior Division for grade school band students, Advanced Level Division for high school students and Artist Level Division for high school students. The ensemble welcomes all students without auditions to encourage participation. Go to Galveston County Youth Ensemble (www.tdmec.org/ensemble)for detailed information.

TDMEC hosts cultural and community events such as the National Native Heritage Month Celebration, which includes performances, fundraisers, and youth activities. Community Movie and frybread Night. Band is cool coloring contest for elementary schools.

TDMEC provides professional development opportunities for its music coaches, including training from the author of the curriculum used in the program, ensuring consistent and high-quality instruction.

Our music coaches are exclusively high school band section leaders who demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and a passion for teaching. Their experience in local band programs ensures they can mentor younger students effectively.

You can reach TDMEC by email at info@tdmec.org (info@tdmec.org)or by phone at 832-680-1931. For administrative inquiries, email admin@tdmec.org.(admin@tdmec.org)

We provede free afterschool music lessons for underserved kids.

Kids that reside in Dickinson, TX and the surrounding communites of Galveston County

Yes, TDMEC do not charge for lessons, materials or supplies.

TDMEC is a 501c3 non profit that survives and provides services to underserved kids through the donations and generosity of individuals, Corporations and local government.

Yes, TDMEC has an income level we feel is appropriate for poor and working class families in this day and age to allow their kids to reap the benefits of a music education. 60,000 or less for single income family limit and 80,000 or less for two income family limit.

TDMEC starts with 4th graders and go up to 12th graders.