Join the American Opera Society of Chicago and be part of the mission to provide monetary assistance to young United States artists in the Chicago area through annual scholarship grants.

Become an AOSC member today!

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit membership organization, we are currently offering over $35,000 annually in scholarships to young singers and instrumentalists. In our current Centennial season, 2025 scholarship prizes total $55,000! These scholarships are funded entirely from members’ donations.

All are invited to join this vibrant community of Chicago area music lovers in support of the AOSC mission of offering scholarships to young singers and instrumentalists, performance opportunities for musicians, and concert experiences for our members.

Membership dues are $95 per person. AOSC’s membership year runs from July 1st - June 30th. The annual dues renewal period begins on July 1st.

If you ever have any questions about membership or would like to talk to our membership chair prior to joining, please reach out to info@americanoperasocietyofchicago.org. We invite all who would like to learn more about AOSC and its membership to attend an upcoming event and experience this remarkable community of classical music supporters, and the young artists they support, in person.

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“[In Chicago] we have access to an abundance of young talent, varied performance venues, and excellent production companies, giving us an opera experience that is, indeed, comparable to the Big Apple. I feel good being a part of AOSC, an organization which helps to promote the quality of Chicago opera by supporting young talent. Bravo AOSC!” -AOSC Member

STEP 1

Complete the New Member Form

Joining AOSC is easy as two steps. Tell us a bit about yourself by completing the new member form and then pay your member dues below.

New Member Information Form 3

Name

First Name

Last Name

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First Name

Last Name

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Mailing address

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How did you hear about us?

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If referred by a current AOSC member, please indicate their name below:

Are you a member of any other music organizations in the Chicago area?

What interests you in joining AOSC?

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STEP 2

Pay Your Annual Dues

Once dues are submitted, our membership chair will reach out with your new member information and welcome you to the American Opera Society of Chicago community!

AOSC’s membership year runs from July 1st - June 30th. The annual dues renewal period begins on July 1st.