Sigma Alpha Iota – Gamma Pi – Bob Cole Conservatory of Music at California State University, Long Beach

Welcome! This is the official website for the Sigma Alpha Iota – Gamma Pi Chapter at the Bob Cole Conservatory of Music at California State University, Long Beach.

Sigma Alpha Iota was founded on June 12, 1903 at the University School of Music, Ann Arbor, Michigan. The Gamma Pi chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota was founded on August 6th, 1959.

Sigma Alpha Iota is an organization, which promotes interaction among those who share a commitment to music. Members of SAI are active in all areas of campus music and campus life, working closely with faculty, administration, campus and community groups, music professionals and patrons. In addition to personal encouragement and support, members may receive scholarships, loans and awards in many areas and at all levels of music-related study. Sigma Alpha Iota has long been recognized as a leader in the field of music and provides a lifetime of fraternity contact. Sigma Alpha Iota accepts with pride the responsibilities and privileges of being a leader in the pursuit of music creation, performance, and scholarship.

The Purpose of Sigma Alpha Iota:

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.

Mission and Statement:

The Mission of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity is to encourage, nurture and support the art of music.

Supports and encourages women musicians of all ages, races, and nationalities
Supports and promotes successful and innovative educational programs in music for all stages of life
Cultivates excellence in musical performance
Promotes programs and activities that stress the love and importance of music in our lives
Recognizes technological advances in the field of music
Dedicates financial resources that ensure the continuation of programs necessary to support the objectives of the fraternity in perpetuity
Has as its members people who exemplify professional and ethical behavior in the spirit of the Sigma Alpha Iota founders

2018-2021 National Objectives

Foster a lifetime commitment to Sigma Alpha Iota.
Prioritize music in all aspects of chapter programming.
Honor the founders through respect for our ritual.
Nurture sisterhood.
Develop strong women leaders.
Promote women in music.
Increase knowledge and support of SAI Philanthropies, Inc.