Chapter Setup Guide
Once we receive your completed membership form and fee, we’ll send you an official Tri-M chapter certificate and the resources you need to establish your chapter. After that, choose officers, invite students, and get going.
01.Select Your Candidates and Appoint Officers
You may invite students who meet minimum academic and music standards to join your Tri-M chapter. They should also display leadership and service qualities and be of good character. All music students should be made aware of these criteria and of the selection process in general.
02.Hold Your Chapter Induction Ceremony
A great way to connect with other Tri-M students and create a strong foundation for your chapter is to invite a nearby established chapter to perform at your induction ceremony.
03.Hold Your First Chapter Meeting
As with any good organization, there are a few rules, procedures, and guidelines to keep everyone singing off the same songsheet. By all means, customize your chapter guidelines to reflect your school’s unique situation and opportunities, but in general, a Tri-M chapter in San Diego, CA should resemble a Tri-M chapter in Lincoln, NE, Melbourne, FL, or overseas.
More Resources
Promote Your Chapter
To spread the word about your newly established Tri-M chapter, simply download, print out, and put this flyer up around your school.
Create Your Chapter Website
Create your own Tri-M chapter website and spread the word about meetings, performances, and community service projects. Not only will you keep your members informed, but if you add it to the Tri-M chapter list, you could inspire members across the country or around the world.
Follow Tri-M on Facebook
See what the Society has been up to or follow individual school chapters.
Join the Student Facebook Group
Join the Tri-M Students Facebook Group and see what your fellow music lovers are doing.
Join the Advisor Facebook Group
Meet other committed and passionate Tri-M Music Honor Society Chapter Advisors and see what they’re up to. It’s a great group.
Create Your Own Tri-M T-Shirt
The Tri-M Music Honor Society logo is a powerful icon. It represents passion, integrity, respect, commitment, and opportunity. We encourage you to use it, but please follow these simple guidelines when doing so.
Send a Press Release
From musical performances to community service projects, your Tri-M chapter will do great things and bring honor to your school. Naturally you’ll want to tell people and get the recognition you deserve. Here’s how.
Learn the Tri-M Song
Learn the Tri-M loyalty song, Music Masters, Hail to Thee, and sing it loud and proud at every opportunity.
Webinar Series
This series of webinars and videos are designed to help you get your Tri-M chapter up and running as smoothly and effectively as possible.