Does Elizabeth Music Group charge musicians any upfront fees to join?

No. Elizabeth Music Group does not charge musicians an upfront fee to join its publishing roster. EMG’s own FAQ states that qualified candidates and invited musicians can work with Elizabeth Music Group Publishing without paying an upfront fee.

The model is based on the publishing relationship itself rather than charging musicians a subscription or joining fee. EMG also states that access to its sync licensing opportunities and exclusive Discord community is not paywalled for its publishing roster.

Simple answer:

No — there is no upfront fee to join Elizabeth Music Group Publishing. Qualified musicians can join without paying an upfront fee.