Nairobi Music Society

Bringing music to life in Nairobi since 1938

The Nairobi Music Society (NMS) is a nonprofit, volunteer driven community of singers, musicians, and music lovers dedicated to celebrating classical choral and instrumental music in Kenya. For over eight decades, we have brought together performers and audiences to share in the joy of live music.

What we do

a nonprofit community of singers, musicians, and music lovers. Since 1938, we’ve presented concerts, recitals, and choral events that keep classical music alive in Kenya.

What's On?

Get involved with the Nairobi Music Society

Whether you love to sing, enjoy live concerts, or simply want to support classical music in Kenya, there are many ways to be part of the Nairobi Music Society. Choose your path below.

Annual Membership

Nairobi Music Society in 2026

Gives you full access to participate in Nairobi Music Society activities throughout the calendar year.

As a member, you are eligible to perform in our recitals and concerts, or enjoy a 10% discount on tickets. 

You also get to help shape the future of the Society.

Jan – April  

Spring Choir Season

Directed by Dr. Will Kesling, we will be preparing for concerts on 11th and 12th April where we will be performing Illuminare by E. Hagenberg, Messe solennelle en l’honor de Sainte-Cécile by C. Gounodand works by L.V. Beethoven, B. Mganga and  P. Kilimo.

Renew your 2026 Membership to be eligible to join this season.

Spring Concert

Music Events in Nairobi

From recitals to collaborations, find out what’s happening in Nairobi’s vibrant music scene. See upcoming events and join the audience.

Francis Oludhe Fund

Patron Membership

As a nonprofit, we rely on memberships, ticket sales, and donations. Your support directly funds concerts, rehearsals, and community outreach.

Frequently asked questions

In case your query is not amongs the frequently asked ones, kindly send us an inquiry via info@nairobimusicsociety.org

Not necessarily. Enthusiasm, commitment, and regular rehearsal attendance are what we value most. Solo roles and certain instrumental parts may require auditions.

Yes! Seasonal membership allows visiting singers and musicians to join for a specific concert project.

All fees are considered donations to sustain the Society’s work. They cover rehearsal spaces, music hire, performance venues, and other direct costs of producing concerts.

NMS is guided by its Constitution (2019) and run by a voluntary elected committee of office bearers and members.

Yes. We welcome Corporate Members who support our objectives and can benefit from visibility in Nairobi’s cultural community.

Absolutely. Many members simply enjoy attending concerts and supporting live music in Nairobi.

Yes. We are a nonprofit society registered under Kenyan law. In case of dissolution, all assets are donated to the Kenya Conservatoire of Music, as per our Constitution

Nairobi Music Society, a nonprofit community of singers, musicians, and music lovers. Since 1938, we’ve presented concerts, recitals, and choral events that keep classical music alive in Kenya.

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Nairobi Music Society, a nonprofit community of singers, musicians, and music lovers. Since 1938, we’ve presented concerts, recitals, and choral events that keep classical music alive in Kenya.

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