It is about halfway between Dallas and San Antonio and also half way between Waco and Austin. It is therefore equidistant driving time from either the north or south parts of Texas. American and Delta have connecting flights from Dallas, and Continental from Houston to Killeen. Killeen is located next to Fort Hood, Texas, the largest army post in the world.
Fort Hood is home to two divisions.
Because of the military dependents, Killeen has a vary diverse population with many organized ethnic music and dance groups. The workshops will be held at the Killeen community center. This program is supported , in, part, by funds from the City of Killeen, Texas, Municipal Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenues and by a grant from the Texas Commission of Arts. Assisting will be members of Mariachi Angeles del Cielo. Lyrics to the songs will also be taught.