The violoncello Society

Membership Benefits

  • 10 social events per season (cello orchestra, “play-ins”)

  • Full access to Digital VCS Archives and member-only pages on our website

  • Shared spouse and partner membership, as well as discounted membership options for young members

  • Discounted concert tickets

  • Gain access to masterclass video series and exclusive educational content

  • Annual cello competition entry (pending)

  • Collaborations with world-renowned cellists

  • Discounted cello lessons with a professional member

Our Members are Our Heart & Soul

As a non-profit organization, Violoncello Society relies on the support of its members to help create opportunities to share, explore, learn, and network amongst our community of cellists and cello-lovers.  

Membership Pricing

Student Membership - $50/year

For anyone under the age of 18 and students of any age with valid school ID or info

  • Special events such as masterclasses with renowned cellists and pedagogues

  • VCS’s annual competition will be open to members for a discounted application fee

  • Discounts to concerts, conferences, and workshops

*Membership fees may be tax deductible. Please inquire with your accountant or financial advisor.

General Membership - $100/Year

For professionals, amateurs, and cello lovers alike

  • Access to the Violoncello Society’s archives of recordings, scans of sheet music, and letters from distinguished cellists

  • Invitations to private concerts, post-concert receptions, and happy hours

  • VCS members will be able to collaborate and engage with the NYC cellist community on member-only forums

VCS is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization. All dues and contributions are tax deductible, to the extent allowed by law​.