Welcome to the Classical Mandolin Society of America!
North America’s only organization promoting and nurturing the art of classical mandolin playing and the mandolin family of instruments.
International Workers’ Order Children’s Orchestra circa 1942
Judy Friedman submitted this photograph of her mother and grandfather in the International Workers' Order Children's Orchestra, circa 1942. Her mother, Berverly Spivack, is in the ceter of the last row with two bows in her hair. Her grandfather, Frank Spivack,...
Passing of Mark Linkins
Mandolin Journal
Read current and past issues of the Mandolin Journal online.
Previous Conventions
Photos and performances from previous CMSA conventions.
Music Libraries
Access sheet music from the Starter and Nakano music libraries.
Video Library
View instructional videos created especially for CMSA members.
Manage Account
Manage your account and edit your profile.
Member Directory
Find and connect with members in your area.
Mandolin Orchestras of the Past
See historic photos of mandolin ensembles.
Honors and Awards
CMSA honors individuals who have made contributions to classical mandolin.
The Classical Mandolin Society of America invites you to join our organization!
Community
Membership gives you access to, and makes you part of, the international mandolin community. It provides an opportunity to meet great players, teachers and kindred spirits and to gain life-long friends. Participating will help you grow as a musician.
Conventions
The CMSA hosts an annual fall convention at a different location in North America each year. This is a chance for members to meet, exchange ideas, and perform. It’s an opportunity to learn from and be inspired by leading professionals.
Communications
Receive the quarterly Mandolin Journal with news, informative articles and reviews. Gain full access to all areas of the CMSA website, including valuable member-only features such as music downloads and classified ad postings.