California Federation of Music Clubs

Welcome music educators, music enthusiasts, and performing musicians. If you are interested in student programs, community outreach, and professional musical development, then CFMC membership is for you. Involvement in local music clubs gives you an opportunity to make an impact on your community, and allows you to express your appreciation for music in many different ways.

Membership Benefits

  • Membership in NFMC at all three levels (local, state and national)

  • Student study and performance opportunities

  • Local community programs

  • Local Festivals for juniors and adults

  • National awards and scholarship opportunities

  • Opportunities for students with disabilities or visual impairments

  • Sacred and inspirational music

  • American Music Month, observed in November

  • National Music Week, celebrated in May

  • A subscription to NFMC’s quarterly magazine for senior members: Music Clubs Magazine

NFMC Federation Festivals

JUNIOR CLUB MEMBERSHIP allows teacher and studio participation in the Federation Festival. Federation Festivals offer unique opportunities for students of all ages and abilities. A wide range of musical instruments are represented in the Festival Bulletin. Festival events include solos, concerti, duets, trios, quartets, duos, vocal groups, string ensembles, orchestras, theory, sight-playing and more. Required selections are chosen from the current Festivals Bulletin compiled by the National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC). This publication can be ordered from the NFMC office or at nfmc-music.org. Festivals are non-competitive events where students perform and can choose to earn points based on their rating. Federation Cup points accumulate toward trophies of increasing size.

Membership Process for Music Teachers and Junior Clubs

  1. Contact the State Membership Chair for a membership form, and to get in touch with a local CFMC Club near you.

  2. Follow the Membership Deadlines. CFMC applications and dues are mailed in June, and must be postmarked by October 1st in order for Junior Club students to participate in Festival. Late applications are accepted until November 1st with a $10 late fee added.

Membership Process for Music Enthusiast and Senior Clubs

  1. Contact the State Membership Chair for membership information, and how you can start a Senior Club that supports local musicians and music teachers in your communitu.


Visit the National Website to learn more NFMC-Music.org