Discover the Joy of Music
Become a Member of Cosmo!
Discover the joy of making music! At the Cosmopolitan Music Society we welcome everyone, embracing adult musicians and singers of all stripes with open arms. Our vibrant community offers you the chance to learn and perform music across a diverse range of genres, styles, and difficulty levels.
Beyond the joy of musical creation, we recognize the profound impact of music on mental health. Studies consistently show that engaging in music performance can elevate mood, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being. Join Cosmo and embark on a journey to uplift your spirits and the soul of our community!
Recruitment for the new season begins in August of every year! Click below to learn more about becoming a member.
Join Cosmo
Joining Cosmo is easy!
The Cosmopolitan Music Society is the only place in Canada where members have a choice of ten ensembles, including multiple levels of concert and jazz bands, handbells and mixed chorus. We rehearse at our dedicated home in central Edmonton, the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre and perform multiple concerts each year including our season finale at the Winspear Centre for Music. No other organization in Canada offers the same level of community music programming as CMS!
By joining Cosmo you receive:
A warm, welcoming community of like-minded musicians;
The support, mentorship and teaching of professional staff and conductors in your musical journey;
Quality opportunities to perform at a variety of events in and around Edmonton, including the world-class Winspear Centre for Music; and
A place to realize your musical goals!
Regardless of your skill level or previous experience performing in an ensemble, we encourage you to register to perform with us. Enrollment in our programs occurs primarily during the summer. Our chorus accepts new members during the first three weeks in September and first two weeks in January.
Registration in all our programs requires an informal audition so our music director can assess your skill level and place you in the ensemble that best matches your ability and interests. Requisite skills for each ensemble are accessible via the Audition Standards link below. Most auditions take place in the last week of August in person at the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre.
We recognize that the process of auditioning can be nerve-wracking for amateur and recreational musicians. Do not let it deter you from inquiring with us – we welcome all skill levels and experience. Our mission is to provide a safe, welcoming atmosphere for musicians to belong and develop their skills!
Member Fees
The Cosmopolitan Music Society is a membership based Non-Profit organization. Season Fees are assessed on an annual basis and dependent on the number of Ensembles to which you belong. Fees include tickets to the Finale Concert at a promotional rate and membership to the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre Society (OSPACS).
Start the Process
To learn about joining Cosmo, please fill out the form below to be contacted by our office with more information and next steps.
***This is not a registration form. Registration information will be sent separately.