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.
2020 Convention in San Diego
CMSA 2020 Convention in San Diego, California The dates are set for the 2020 CMSA Convention in San Diego, California. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 11 - Sunday, November 15th with preconvention workshops on Tuesday, November 10.
2020-2022 Election Results
Your CMSA Nominating Committee, Joane Rylander, Tarisa Tognetti, and Sue Lesser, developed a slate of candidates for two open positions to serve three-year terms on the CMSA Board of Directors. The committee sought nominees through convention announcements, our...
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
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Member Directory
Find and connect with members in your area.
Mandolin Orchestras of the Past
See historic photos of mandolin ensembles.
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.