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.
December 1, 2015
Nashville Songwriter shares true stories of the inspirations behind hits, as recounted by some of the biggest multi-platinum country songwriters. This book from music biographer Jake Brown includes exclusive commentary from country superstars and interviews with today’s biggest hit writers on Music Row. Included are the stories behind Local 433 (Austin, TX) member Willie Nelson’s […]
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Music of the Soul: Composing Life Out of Loss
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Perfect Pitch Method: A Musician’s Guide to Recognizing Pitches by Ear
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Chasing Woodstock: Finding the Cost of Freedom
Two-Pedal Page Turner — wireless two-pedal foot controller that can provide hands-free page turns on any Bluetooth tablet, smartphone, or computer.
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Festival Proof Plugs — Switchcraft has added a standard cable offering to their line of innovative sealed and high current power jacks and plugs.
One Discreet Mic — DPA’s discreet omnidirectional miniature necklace microphone offers musicians consistent performance in an easy-to-wear design.
Vintage Sound Small Package — BAE Audio’s 1073 MPL preamplifier brings the expensive, vintage console sound into an incredibly small and affordable package.
BC Rich Guitars’ NJ Retro series electric guitars—Warlock, Mockingbird, and Bich (pictured)— are a throwback to the classic NJ models of the 1980s…