Now is the right time to become an American Federation of Musicians member. From ragtime to rap, from the early phonograph to today's digital recordings, the AFM has been there for its members. And now there are more benefits available to AFM members than ever before, including a multi-million dollar pension fund, excellent contract protection, instrument and travelers insurance, work referral programs and access to licensed booking agents to keep you working.
As an AFM member, you are part of a membership of more than 80,000 musicians. Experience has proven that collective activity on behalf of individuals with similar interests is the most effective way to achieve a goal. The AFM can negotiate agreements and administer contracts, procure valuable benefits and achieve legislative goals. A single musician has no such power.
The AFM has a proud history of managing change rather than being victimized by it. We find strength in adversity, and when the going gets tough, we get creative - all on your behalf.
Like the industry, the AFM is also changing and evolving, and its policies and programs will move in new directions dictated by its members. As a member, you will determine these directions through your interest and involvement. Your membership card will be your key to participation in governing your union, keeping it responsive to your needs and enabling it to serve you better. To become a member now, visit www.afm.org/join.
February 29, 2016
Blues legend, accomplished guitarist, and Local 47 (Los Angeles, CA) member Bonnie Raitt was fortunate to have early opportunities to play with legends of the genre.
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Handcrafted in Colorado Springs for musicians, the Westone UM Pro 10 in-ear monitors deliver extraordinary detail and clarity in a compact ergonomic package.
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Mackie’s ProDX series mixers combine the power of digital mixing and an ultra-compact form factor that’s perfect for solo performers, small bands, venues, and commercial applications that require lower channel counts.
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Orange Amplification’s O Bass was originally created solely as a demonstrator piece for the 2014 Winter NAMM. Soon after the show, Orange was inundated with requests for the instrument.
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On Saturday, January 9, AFM Director of Touring, Theater and Immigration Services Michael Manley hosted the AFM’s first Theatre Musicians Summit…
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According to Gretsch, the Streamliner Single Cutaway Hollow Body guitars were designed “for guitarists who yearn for something beyond the norm.”
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SKB’s iSeries cases include the 335 shaped, Thin Body Semi-Hollow guitar case that can will ease the worries of any traveling musician.
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Sher Music Co. calls it “the ultimate practice book for serious jazz guitarists.” The Cellular Approach introduces a practical method for developing the ability to create convincing jazz solos in a wide variety of playing situations.
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Roland EC-10 EL Cajon adds Roland’s famous electronic percussion technology to this traditional percussion instrument.
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There were many AFM members among those honored with nominations and awards at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards.
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