Sigma Alpha Iota
International Music Fraternity
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http://www.sigmaalphaiota.org
Sigma Alpha Iota was founded on June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music, Ann Arbor, Michigan. Incorporation papers, under the laws of the State of Michigan, were signed December 1, 1904, and recorded December 15, 1904.
Sigma Alpha Iota, International Music Fraternity, was organized in 1903 "to form chapters of music students and musicians who shall by their influence and their musical interest uphold the highest ideals of a music education; to raise the standard of productive musical work among the women students of colleges, conservatories and universities." As of September 2009, its membership included 215 active college chapters, 120 alumnae chapters, and one International Chapter.
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Contact National Headquarters
National Headquarters is located at:
One Tunnel Road
Ashville, NC 28805
For telephone communications:
828.251.0606 (phone)
828.251.0644 (fax)
For email communications:
nh@sai-national.org
One Tunnel Road
Ashville, NC 28805
For telephone communications:
828.251.0606 (phone)
828.251.0644 (fax)
For email communications:
nh@sai-national.org
The Sigma Alpha Iota Chorale
Composed by Margaret Blackburn, Alpha Mu
Daughters of a great and singing nation,
Let your voices rise in dedication,
Music tells unspoken noble creeds;
Music beautifies the simplest deeds;
Sing we now to Sigma Alpha Iota.
Sing the greatness of the soul and spirit,
Sing the joy of peace and friendship's merit,
Music is a kind and truthful speech;
In a language out of mere word's reach,
Sing we now to Sigma Alpha Iota.
Daughters of a great and singing nation,
Let your voices rise in dedication,
Music tells unspoken noble creeds;
Music beautifies the simplest deeds;
Sing we now to Sigma Alpha Iota.
Sing the greatness of the soul and spirit,
Sing the joy of peace and friendship's merit,
Music is a kind and truthful speech;
In a language out of mere word's reach,
Sing we now to Sigma Alpha Iota.
The Purposes of SAI
- TO FORM chapters of women college students and alumnae who have a sincere interest in music.
- TO UPHOLD the highest standards of music.
- TO FURTHER the development of music in America and throughout the world.
- TO GIVE inspiration and encouragement to members.
- TO ORGANIZE the cultural life of Sigma Alpha Iota members as a contributing factor to their educational growth.
- TO SUPPORT the ideals and goals of the member's Alma Mater.
- TO ADHERE to the highest standards of citizenship in school, community and fraternity life.
The Sigma Alpha Iota Symphony
- To study and practice the goodness of life, the beauty of art, the meaning of music.
- To sing the song of sincerity and universal peace.
- To speak the words that build, that bless and comfort.
- To play the harpstrings of loving kindness, tolerance, appreciation, and genuine gratitude.
- To strive for the joy of simplicity, for the noble, to be faithful over a few things.
- To listen, to be still and know the harmony from within.
- To falter never in seeking loving service, wisdom, and understanding.
- In a word, to be loyal to Sigma Alpha Iota and her teachings; to find joy, hope, inspiration; to remember that "every good gift and every perfect gift is from above" and "whatsoever ye do, do it heartily as to the Lord, and not unto men."
- And again to practice.
- This is to be our Symphony.
National Objectives 2009-2012
1. Strengthen our lifelong commitment to SAI through increased mentorship of and collaboration with other members and chapters.
2. Honor and respect our Ritual through memorization and thorough study of its meaning and significance.
3. Celebrate the diversity of our membership through appreciation of our varied educational, musical, occupational, and cultural experiences.
4. Contribute to SAI Philanthropies, Inc. through chapter and individual giving, and by participation in national projects.
5. Improve communications at all levels of SAI through professional, timely, responsible, and courteous words and actions.
6. Advocate for music education through volunteerism and financial support.
7. Advance the music of American composers through chapter performances, new commissions, and concert attendance.
2. Honor and respect our Ritual through memorization and thorough study of its meaning and significance.
3. Celebrate the diversity of our membership through appreciation of our varied educational, musical, occupational, and cultural experiences.
4. Contribute to SAI Philanthropies, Inc. through chapter and individual giving, and by participation in national projects.
5. Improve communications at all levels of SAI through professional, timely, responsible, and courteous words and actions.
6. Advocate for music education through volunteerism and financial support.
7. Advance the music of American composers through chapter performances, new commissions, and concert attendance.