FAQ
Q. How is the DCFMC different from other music organizations?
A. The DCFMC is an all inclusive music organization whose primary goal is to advance American music through its educational and performing opportunities. For professional musicians, it provides a venue for creative projects: i.e., composer forums and performing opportunities. For students, the DCFMC provides recitals, festivals, and competitions at all levels. For teachers, the DCFMC provides opportunities to showcase their students, and educational events such as master classes.
Q. How can I benefit from becoming a member?
A. By becoming a member of the DCFMC you can be a part of a committed community of musicians who are dedicated to keeping music thriving in Washington, DC. In addition, by being involved, you can help advance your own musical projects, and meet people who feel strongly about the Arts.
Q. What are the requirements for membership?
A. There are no requirements for membership.
Q. How many members do you have?
A. It varies from year to year, but currently we have 85 members.
Q. Are all of your members professionals?
A. Many of our members are professional musicians but many are just music lovers.
Q. What opportunities do you offer for performance?
A. For adults we have an annual Gretchen Anthony Musicale and for children we have several junior recitals during the year. We also have special programs and concerts. Each of our senior clubs has its own schedule of performance opportunities.
Q. What educational opportunities do you have for children?
A. The DCFMC offers programs for collaboration. This year we had a forum for DCFMC composers, teachers and students, in which the teachers helped students learn music written by our own composers. A workshop was presented in which the pieces were performed and discussed. Future collaborative events include vocal students teaming up with pianists to explore the vocal repertory, and instrumental students working with piano students to learn chamber music.
Q. What kind of performance opportunities do you have for children?
A. We have seven junior recitals during the year:
- For students 12-19: Two recitals and one competition
- For students under 11 years old, the first recital of the year, usually in November
- For any age: Jazz and Blues and Baroque Festival
- A Spring honors recital features those chosen for outstanding performances and the winner of the competition
Q. Do you have to live in D.C. to join?
A. No. We have members from all over the country.
Q. How much are the dues?
A. Dues are $30 a year
Q. When do you meet?
A. Our board meets bi-monthly and our events are scheduled throughout the year.
Q. Who is on your board?
A. Board members are listed on the Rosters page.
Q. Do you have to be a musician to belong?
A. No. Many of our members are simply lovers of music.
If you have a question that is not answered here, please feel free to contact us.
