The Tennessee Federation of Music Clubs was founded in 1916, joining the National Federation of Music Clubs. The first president was Mrs. Jason Walker, of Memphis, who only served a few months. Mrs. John Lamar Meek, of Chattanooga, was elected to fill the rest of Mrs. Walker’s term. She was then elected president in 1917 and served for three years. The first years of the clubs marked a period in which our country was in the World War I, club activities practically ceased, but Tennessee had thirty-five (35) federated Music Clubs and was well organized.

Tennessee Federation of Music Clubs is dedicated to the preservation and expansion of American music. Our organization is known for fostering a musical environment in our communities through the sponsorship of musical events and by providing performing opportunities for our talented and deserving young people.

Tennessee Federation of Music Clubs has three divisions West, Middle and East.

Tennessee Federation of Music Clubs (TFMC) is affiliated with National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC). NFMC, founded in 1898, is now the world’s largest philanthropic music organization supporting American music and musicians.  It is one of three music organizations to be chartered by the United States Congress and the only music organization member of the United Nations.  There are 6,000 NFMC-related organizations and music clubs nationally.  Members are professional and amateur musicians, vocalists, composers, dancers, performing artists, arts and music educators, students generous benefactors and music lovers who are interested in creating a dynamic musical and cultural environment in their communities.