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 amateur 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 Western Canada where members have a choice of nine ensembles, including multiple levels of concert and jazz bands, as well as the ability to join Chorus or Handbells. Everyone is able to practice in a single building rather than spread out across facilities not intended for performance and rehearsal such as schools or churches, while performing multiple concerts each year including at the Winspear Centre. No other organization in Canada offers the same level of community music programming.

By joining Cosmo you get access to:

  • A warm, welcoming community of like-minded musicians;

  • The support of professional staff and conductors in your musical journey;

  • Professional, high-quality instruction and opportunities to perform at a variety of Edmonton events, including at The Winspear Centre; and

  • A new home for your musical career at CMS!

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, and 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. Audition standards 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 our mission is to provide a safe, welcoming atmosphere for musicians to continue to develop their skills! 

Member Fees

The Cosmopolitan Music Society is a membership based Non-Profit organization. Season Fees are based on the number of Ensembles joined and included 4x Tickets to the Finale Concert at a promotional rate of $20 and membership to the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre Society (OSPACS) at a rate of $5.

All CMS members performing in an ensemble are required to pay the following fees for the 2023/24 Season: 

  • Regular Membership:  $511.50 CAD
    ($425 CMS Membership + 21.25 GST + $60 for 4x Finale Tickets + 5.25 OSPACS membership)

  • Student Membership:  $366.50 CAD
    ($325 CMS Membership + 16.25 GST + $20 for 4x Finale Tickets + 5.25 OSPACS membership)

Start the Process

To begin the registration process, please fill out the form below to be contacted by our office with more information on joining the Cosmopolitan Music Society