Why Join?
The mission of the AGO is to foster a thriving community of musicians who share their knowledge and inspire passion for the organ. As a member, you have the opportunity to connect with more than 11,000 other musicians and music lovers in more than 250 chapters, enhance your skills through professional certification and online resources, and nurture a new generation of organists through programs that introduce the organ to young people.
As a member, you gain access to a wide range of educational resources and opportunities to participate in community events. Additional benefits include exclusive opportunities through your membership account that include discounts for a range of resources including
Sheet Music Plus (10% discount on all music purchases)
One License streaming (50% off licenses)
Hauptwerk virtual organ software (10% discount)
Capella music notation software (10% discount)
Church Music Institute Members ($40 off annual membership)
Professional Certification Program
Access to the National Job Center
AGO Membership (annual)
AGO membership lasts for 12 months beginning on January 1st. There are currently three age-specific categories (Young Organist, Regular, and Special), and each can include chapter membership.
Paul Fritts Opus 23, Belle Skinner Hall of Music, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY.
Current Chapter Members
As a member of the Central Hudson Valley Chapter of the AGO, a portion of your membership fee goes directly to your local chapter. These funds help facilitate programming and educational resources that directly benefit Chapter members. We encourage you to join the CHV Chapter.
Note: A reminder that your membership runs for one calendar year from the date that you submit you membership dues.
Annual Dues
Includes Primary Chapter, Print & Digital Subscriptions
Young Organist (<30 years old) - $67
Regular Member (30–64 years old) - $127
Special Member (≥65 years old) - $102
Dual/Secondary Chapter Dues
Young Organist - $22 per additional chapter
Regular Member - $47 per additional chapter
Special Member - $37 per additional chapter