Photo Credits:

Frank Golden (Harmonica photo), David Swearingen (Terri Hendrix W/Lloyd Maines photo)

This brand-new year is here, and it already feels full of possibility. I’m so grateful you’re here with me.

After some much-needed time to rest, heal, and reset in 2025 … I’m happy to say I’m playing shows again. It feels really good to say that out loud. New live dates are on the calendar, and I can’t wait to see your face. Oh, and on my events page, you’ll notice I separate OYOU nonprofit events with an icon so it’s easy to tell what’s what! 

Own Your Own Universe (OYOU) is rolling forward beautifully with music, writing, and community programs. The Own Your Own Universe Podcast with a Purpose launched January 6th — heartfelt conversations rooted in creativity, connection, and meaning. I hope you can catch an episode as I roll them out. 

My 105-song collection, The Part That’s Art, is on its way — all of my original songs (plus a couple of new ones) gathered together on USB and CD. It’s a labor of love I’ve wanted to share for a long time.

And after many years in the making … my book is nearing completion. That one accomplishment feels especially tender.

If you’d like to stay in the loop — show announcements, class sign-ups, podcast drops, releases, and all the good things ahead — please join my email list. It’s the best way to stay connected as the year unfolds.

Thank you — truly — for walking with me. For listening. For believing in art and community and the healing power of song.

Here’s to a beautiful 2026.

Your friend in music,

Terri Hendrix 

The OYOU is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in San Marcos and Martindale, Texas. Our mission is to make the arts accessible to everyone and to empower and transform lives by connecting the mind, body, and spirit through music and the creative arts.

Because accessibility starts with affordability, we keep our events free or low-cost, and we provide a robust scholarship program to ensure no one is turned away. Every program empowers individuals to explore music, creative writing, the arts, and personal growth in a supportive and inclusive community.

Photo by Bill Albrecht