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California Federation of Music Clubs

Affiliated with the National Federation of Music Clubs

Welcome music enthusiasts, music teachers and music performers.

California Federation of Music Clubs (CFMC) is dedicated to promoting American Music, music performances, service through music, and music education in our local communities. CFMC became affiliated with the National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC) in 1923, and currently has over 133 Junior Music Clubs. With support from the National and State levels, local clubs are able to promote and provide musical opportunities for musicians of all ages and abilities within their communities.

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Membership is all about joining and volunteering with a music club. When you become a member of the California Federation of Music Clubs (CFMC), you also become a member of the National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC), which is the largest non-profit organization in America promoting and supporting American Music, performers, and music education. Discover the many opportunities and activities in which our over 90,000 members organize and participate: Festival programs, competitive events, community outreach or just meeting music lovers in your community. Visit our membership page for more information, and contact Madeline Miller at mhermitte2@gmail.com if you have questions or need help.

Are you a Music Teacher? Learn about membership benefits, and the nationally recognized NFMC Festivals Program.

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Are you looking to become a member of NFMC? If you live in California, NFMC membership starts at the state level with CFMC.

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California Junior Club News

Students at Suzuki Piano of Southern California went to several concerts at the Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa, CA.

Students at the Berkeley Academy of Music are getting the opportunity to have fun and make friends through Junior club group music classes.

The CCSM Cello Ensemble, from Pomona Valley CFMC. wrapped up their season with a beautiful and heartfelt concert at Hillcrest Retirement Community this week!

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Junior Leaders from the Southern California Music Festival Club volunteering at their annual Junior Festival

CFMC Member Spotlight

Meet Madeline Miller - Her Passion as a piano teacher has led her to become one of the most dedicated and well respected advocate for music education and music teachers in California. She currently serves as the CFMC membership secretary as well as the Vice-President and Festival Chair of the Southern California Music Festival Club.

1. At what age did you start piano lessons?

I started piano when I was 8, in the third grade. I was raised in a very rural farm area. Very few children studied piano. My first piano teacher was the principal of our elementary school. He came to my home every week for lessons for 5 years. He was the most wonderful teacher ever and the reason I became a teacher. He moved from my little farm town of Weedpatch, California, to Newhall, California. When I graduated college with my teaching credential, he gave me my first teaching job with the Newhall School District.

2. Was there a moment or experience that influenced your decision to become a piano teacher?

I always loved playing teacher! I would pretend to teach the piano or also be a classroom teacher. The love of my teachers and their love of teaching, I know contributed to my decision to be a piano teacher. I started teaching piano in high school as soon as I could drive. I went to a neighbor’s home. I was paid $1 a half hour lesson, but the mother also always had homemade cookies and lemonade for me.

3. What is your favorite music genre or music history period to teach?

I love the Romantic Period. To Play? Definitely the Romantic Period.

4. What do you feel is the most important benefit that your NFMC club provides to your community?

I love that through NFMC we are encouraging young people and their families to expand their love of music. Also, we are expanding the knowledge of our own American music.

5. What led you to become involved in leadership with NFMC, and what leadership experiences did you have before that?

I really like helping other teachers to help their own students. Organizing and helping with community outreach and also our Festival opportunities is very rewarding. I have been very active in Music Teachers’ Association of California. I served on the State Board of Directors for 10 years and 2 of those years as the State President.

6. What is your favorite part about being the CA membership secretary?

I love getting to know other teachers and music lovers through the state.

7. Did any of your children play musical instruments when they were young? If so, did you teach them?

No! I wish they did, but they went in different directions. I do admire every teacher who is able to teach their own children.

8. Where is your favorite place to go when you are not teaching piano lessons?

Disneyland!!!!! Do you have a favorite ride? I think I love all the rides, but some favorites are Space Mountain, Big Thunder, and Indiana Jones. But the list could go on and on!!!

9. What advice do you have for young musicians considering the teaching profession?

Make sure that you love it. It’s very hard work and sometimes you might feel a little down, but it is also the most rewarding job there is.

10. What is your favorite musical quote?

“Practice, practice, practice.”