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Membership Overview
Individuals interested in the organ and choral music fields are invited to join the American Guild of Organists. Membership is open to everyone, regardless of denominational affiliation or musical ability.
Membership in the AGO brings the following benefits
- Annual subscription to The American Organist
- Access to national job postings
- Eligibility for high-quality insurance plans for health, car, home, and professional liability at competitive rates
- Discounts on AGO convention fees and educational resources
- Discounts on Certification exam fees
- Chapter events such as recitals, workshops, meetings, and seminars (chapter members only)
- Voting privileges in officer elections
AGO membership is offered both through local chapters, and to individuals who wish to participate as independent members without chapter affiliation. Local chapters hold regular meetings featuring performances, lectures, seminars, and discussions on a wide variety of topics. Many chapters also offer monthly newsletters, scholarship programs, musician placement services, and substitute referrals to employing institutions. Independent members enjoy all of the same national benefits as chapter members, however, they do not receive the various benefits local chapters have to offer.
Chapter & Independent Member Dues
| Regular | TAO Print and Online | $120 |
| Regular | TAO Online only | $112 |
| Special | TAO Print and Online (65 and over or disabled) | $95 |
| Special | TAO Online only (65 and over or disabled) | $87 |
| Young Organist | TAO Print and Online | $60 |
| Young Organist | TAO Online only | $52 |
Other Member Dues
| Dual Chapter Regular (paid to second chapter) | $45 |
| Dual Chapter Special (paid to second chapter) | $35 |
| Dual Chapter Young Organist (paid to second chapter) | $20 |
| Chapter Friend | $41 |
| Lifetime Membership (Contact AGO National Headquarters for payment options and additional information) | $3500 |
More information about membership in The American Guild of Organists may be found here – Membership Information