What is Phi Mu Alpha?
The Object of this Fraternity shall be for the development of the best and truest fraternal spirit; the mutual welfare and brotherhood of musical students; the advancement of music in America and a loyalty to the Alma Mater.

Phi Mu Alpha is a men's social music fraternity; the only of it's kind on the Ohio University campus. More information can be found on the History page, or by clicking here.

How do I join?
Rush for Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia is done Winter and Spring Quarters at Ohio University. In the second week of the quarter there will be a series of pre-rush events you can attend. At the end of the pre-rush activities week there will be a formal rush. You must attend this to recieve a bid for Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. If you recieve a bid to rush, you may accept the bid and continue to the rush period. You will then be pinned, and become a probationary member. Throughout the rest of the quarter you will attend a weekly class to go over material of our fraternity. You will be required to complete our national exam before the initiation ritual can take place. If you have met all requirements of the fraternity you will be initiated into our fraternity through the initiation ritual.

Do I have to be a music major to join?
No. Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia is not an organization promoting a professional career in music, therefore we do not require you to be a music major. Any man with a love and interest of music is eligable to join Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.

Are there any requirements to join?
Only that you are a male, and have a love and interest for music. During your probationary period you will complete a national exam required by the national fraternity. The Alpha Kappa chapter also asks that the probationary class prepare a recital where the brothers will perform in any musical genre. The Alpha Kappa chapter also asks that probationary classes organize a Mill's Music Mission, or some other type of musical outreach for the community.