HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio &
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AFM’s Sound Recording Agreement sets minimum wages and working conditions for musicians (including those preparing music) working on audio recordings—both in the studio and for live performances that are recorded. Musicians recording under a union contract also share in the proceeds from the Sound Recording Special Payments Fund and receive "new use" payments when their product NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND A LOCAL :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN Use this tool to find one near you. Just click the city name to see a description of it's jurisdiction and dues information. If you do not see your area of residence in the list below, please check adjacent states or contact our Membership Department at 1-800-762-3444 x243 or membership@afm.org.
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AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS $13.98 . 2nd Double & each thereafter (15% of scale) $81.86 : $10.49 *The 12.81% AFM-EP Fund is required under the rehabilitation plan adopted by the Board of Trustees of the RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio & SOUND RECORDINGS
AFM’s Sound Recording Agreement sets minimum wages and working conditions for musicians (including those preparing music) working on audio recordings—both in the studio and for live performances that are recorded. Musicians recording under a union contract also share in the proceeds from the Sound Recording Special Payments Fund and receive "new use" payments when their product NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND A LOCAL :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN Use this tool to find one near you. Just click the city name to see a description of it's jurisdiction and dues information. If you do not see your area of residence in the list below, please check adjacent states or contact our Membership Department at 1-800-762-3444 x243 or membership@afm.org.
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AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS $13.98 . 2nd Double & each thereafter (15% of scale) $81.86 : $10.49 *The 12.81% AFM-EP Fund is required under the rehabilitation plan adopted by the Board of Trustees of the RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
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We are the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada, professional musicians united through our LocalsNous sommes la Fédération des musiciens des États-Unis et du Canada, composée de musiciens professionnels unis à travers nos sections syndicales
PETRILLO MEMORIAL FUND Started in 1951 with a $10,000 personal contribution from AFM President James C. Petrillo in memory of his late son, the Lester Petrillo Memorial Fund for Disabled Musicians is a charitable trust fund that provides financial aid to disabled members. This fund is not intended to replace health insurance or provide general loans, but does
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RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. ARCHIVE :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Professional Musicians Union Demands Apology from Lethbridge MP for Defamatory Comments Against Canadian Musicians. Canadian Federation Of Musicians Reacts To Comments Made By The Honourable Rachel Harder, MP CHARLOTTE MUSICIANS' ASSOCIATION Charlotte Musicians' Association Local #: 342. Jurisdiction Notes: All of the following counties in North Carolina: Henderson, Transylvania, Jackson, Macon, Clay THE CONNECTICUT VALLEY FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS, LOCAL 400 Tweet. 56 Town Line Rd. Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Phone 860-563-1606. Email local400@afm.org. JOSEPH MESSINA. LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 389 - CENTRAL FLORIDA MUSICIANS' ASSOCIATION All of the following counties: Lake, Sumter, Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Brevard, Flagler, Volusia, Putnam, Marion and Levy and that section of Polk County including the east side of Route 27 from I-4 to and including Lake Wales and then east to Osceola County. HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio & SOUND RECORDINGS
AFM’s Sound Recording Agreement sets minimum wages and working conditions for musicians (including those preparing music) working on audio recordings—both in the studio and for live performances that are recorded. Musicians recording under a union contract also share in the proceeds from the Sound Recording Special Payments Fund and receive "new use" payments when their product NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND A LOCAL :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN Use this tool to find one near you. Just click the city name to see a description of it's jurisdiction and dues information. If you do not see your area of residence in the list below, please check adjacent states or contact our Membership Department at 1-800-762-3444 x243 or membership@afm.org.
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AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS $13.98 . 2nd Double & each thereafter (15% of scale) $81.86 : $10.49 *The 12.81% AFM-EP Fund is required under the rehabilitation plan adopted by the Board of Trustees of the RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio & SOUND RECORDINGS
AFM’s Sound Recording Agreement sets minimum wages and working conditions for musicians (including those preparing music) working on audio recordings—both in the studio and for live performances that are recorded. Musicians recording under a union contract also share in the proceeds from the Sound Recording Special Payments Fund and receive "new use" payments when their product NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND A LOCAL :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN Use this tool to find one near you. Just click the city name to see a description of it's jurisdiction and dues information. If you do not see your area of residence in the list below, please check adjacent states or contact our Membership Department at 1-800-762-3444 x243 or membership@afm.org.
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AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS $13.98 . 2nd Double & each thereafter (15% of scale) $81.86 : $10.49 *The 12.81% AFM-EP Fund is required under the rehabilitation plan adopted by the Board of Trustees of the RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
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We are the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada, professional musicians united through our LocalsNous sommes la Fédération des musiciens des États-Unis et du Canada, composée de musiciens professionnels unis à travers nos sections syndicales
PETRILLO MEMORIAL FUND Started in 1951 with a $10,000 personal contribution from AFM President James C. Petrillo in memory of his late son, the Lester Petrillo Memorial Fund for Disabled Musicians is a charitable trust fund that provides financial aid to disabled members. This fund is not intended to replace health insurance or provide general loans, but does
ARCHIVE :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS An Open Letter To The Honourable Rachael Harder, MP. Click here to download PDF. June 07, 2021. AN OPEN LETTER TO THE HONOURABLE RACHAEL HARDER, MP
RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. ARCHIVE :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Professional Musicians Union Demands Apology from Lethbridge MP for Defamatory Comments Against Canadian Musicians. Canadian Federation Of Musicians Reacts To Comments Made By The Honourable Rachel Harder, MP CHARLOTTE MUSICIANS' ASSOCIATION Charlotte Musicians' Association Local #: 342. Jurisdiction Notes: All of the following counties in North Carolina: Henderson, Transylvania, Jackson, Macon, Clay THE CONNECTICUT VALLEY FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS, LOCAL 400 Tweet. 56 Town Line Rd. Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Phone 860-563-1606. Email local400@afm.org. JOSEPH MESSINA. LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 389 - CENTRAL FLORIDA MUSICIANS' ASSOCIATION All of the following counties: Lake, Sumter, Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Brevard, Flagler, Volusia, Putnam, Marion and Levy and that section of Polk County including the east side of Route 27 from I-4 to and including Lake Wales and then east to Osceola County. FIND A LOCAL :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN Local Search. The AFM is made up of more than 240 local unions throughout the United States and Canada. Use this tool to find one near you.
LOGIN :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF Please enter your username and password to login to the member area. HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS $13.98 . 2nd Double & each thereafter (15% of scale) $81.86 : $10.49 *The 12.81% AFM-EP Fund is required under the rehabilitation plan adopted by the Board of Trustees of the GOPRO :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF AFM GoPro Hosting becomes the latest exclusive (members only) benefit to be offered by the Federation. It joins a long list of benefits and services that truly address the needs of today's professional musicians.
THE CONNECTICUT VALLEY FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS, LOCAL 400 The Connecticut Valley Federation of Musicians, Local 400 AFM Local #: 400. Jurisdiction Notes: All of Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, and New Haven Counties.
LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. NEIGHBOURING RIGHTS AND PRIVATE COPYING ROYALTIES Neighbouring Rights And Private Copying Royalties. About the Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) The Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) was founded in 2009 as the successor organization to the Musicians Neighbouring Rights Royalties (MNRR) organization, a copyright collective created in 1998 by the American Federation of Musicians (AFM). AFM now operates in Canada LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 FIND A LOCAL :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN Local Search. The AFM is made up of more than 240 local unions throughout the United States and Canada. Use this tool to find one near you.
LOGIN :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF Please enter your username and password to login to the member area. HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS $13.98 . 2nd Double & each thereafter (15% of scale) $81.86 : $10.49 *The 12.81% AFM-EP Fund is required under the rehabilitation plan adopted by the Board of Trustees of the GOPRO :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF AFM GoPro Hosting becomes the latest exclusive (members only) benefit to be offered by the Federation. It joins a long list of benefits and services that truly address the needs of today's professional musicians.
THE CONNECTICUT VALLEY FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS, LOCAL 400 The Connecticut Valley Federation of Musicians, Local 400 AFM Local #: 400. Jurisdiction Notes: All of Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, and New Haven Counties.
LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. NEIGHBOURING RIGHTS AND PRIVATE COPYING ROYALTIES Neighbouring Rights And Private Copying Royalties. About the Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) The Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) was founded in 2009 as the successor organization to the Musicians Neighbouring Rights Royalties (MNRR) organization, a copyright collective created in 1998 by the American Federation of Musicians (AFM). AFM now operates in Canada LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 SOUND RECORDINGS
AFM’s Sound Recording Agreement sets minimum wages and working conditions for musicians (including those preparing music) working on audio recordings—both in the studio and for live performances that are recorded. Musicians recording under a union contract also share in the proceeds from the Sound Recording Special Payments Fund and receive "new use" payments when their product NEED A VISA?
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), we are temporarily accepting applications and payments electronically. Details are here. Consultation Letters For U.S. Visas The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) require foreign musicians to submit a consultation letter from AFM with their application for a U.S. Visa. Please note that consultation letters will only be issued after carefully
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LOCAL CONTACTS :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Local Contacts . Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland. Nova Scotia Ontario Quebec Saskatchewan Non-jurisdictional. ALBERTA Calgary Musicians' Association - Local 547. 606 Meredith Road NE, Suite #5, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5A8. 403 264-6610 403 264-6610 . Edmonton Musicians' Association - Local 390 TINO GAGLIARDI
Tino Gagliardi served as president of Local 802 (New York City) from 2010 to 2018 after performing as a trumpet player in New York City’s concert, club date, and recording fields, as well as on Broadway. As president of Local 802, Tino led the negotiations for Broadway, ARCHIVE :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Professional Musicians Union Demands Apology from Lethbridge MP for Defamatory Comments Against Canadian Musicians. Canadian Federation Of Musicians Reacts To Comments Made By The Honourable Rachel Harder, MP THE CONNECTICUT VALLEY FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS, LOCAL 400 The Connecticut Valley Federation of Musicians, Local 400 AFM Local #: 400. Jurisdiction Notes: All of Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, and New Haven Counties.
LOCAL 189 - STOCKTON MUSICIANS' ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $156.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $39.00 Local 189 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
LOCAL 67 - TRI-CITY MUSICAL SOCIETY :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF Dues if Paid Annually: $140.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $40.00 Local 67 Initiation Fee (one-time): $10.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio & NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND MY LOCAL
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FIND A LOCAL :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN Use this tool to find one near you. Just click the city name to see a description of it's jurisdiction and dues information. If you do not see your area of residence in the list below, please check adjacent states or contact our Membership Department at 1-800-762-3444 x243 or membership@afm.org.
LOGIN :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF Please enter your username and password to login to the member area. RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio & NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND MY LOCAL
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FIND A LOCAL :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN Use this tool to find one near you. Just click the city name to see a description of it's jurisdiction and dues information. If you do not see your area of residence in the list below, please check adjacent states or contact our Membership Department at 1-800-762-3444 x243 or membership@afm.org.
LOGIN :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF Please enter your username and password to login to the member area. RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE AFM Emergency Relief Fund. This fund assists musicians adversely affected by major disasters such as earthquakes, wildfires or tornadoes. Here is a list of disasters (eligible counties by state) covered by this fund. AFM members who resided or were employed as a musician in impacted areas designated by FEMA as Federal Disaster Areas (individual
FILM, TV & RADIO
Musicians who record, sideline (perform on-camera) and prepare music for films, TV, and radio have secured contracts with minimum hourly wages, pension and health benefits. They receive “new use” payments when their product is used in other mediums (e.g., using recordings in films, TV, commercials, etc.), and can also share in the proceeds from the Sound LOCAL CONTACTS :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Local Contacts . Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland. Nova Scotia Ontario Quebec Saskatchewan Non-jurisdictional. ALBERTA Calgary Musicians' Association - Local 547. 606 Meredith Road NE, Suite #5, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5A8. 403 264-6610 403 264-6610 . Edmonton Musicians' Association - Local 390 JAY BLUMENTHAL
At the 2016 AFM Convention, Jay Blumenthal was elected AFM International Secretary-Treasurer. Jay began his career as a professional musician. He played double bass with the New York City Ballet Orchestra, the New York City Opera Orchestra, the New York Pops and various other orchestras for over thirty years. Jay was elected to Local 802’s
RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. GOPRO :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF AFM GoPro Hosting becomes the latest exclusive (members only) benefit to be offered by the Federation. It joins a long list of benefits and services that truly address the needs of today's professional musicians. Give the gift of music lessons to yourself or a loved one. Choosing to play a musical instrument will become one of the best AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS $13.98 . 2nd Double & each thereafter (15% of scale) $81.86 : $10.49 *The 12.81% AFM-EP Fund is required under the rehabilitation plan adopted by the Board of Trustees of the THE CONNECTICUT VALLEY FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS, LOCAL 400 Tweet. 56 Town Line Rd. Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Phone 860-563-1606. Email local400@afm.org. JOSEPH MESSINA. LOCAL 368 - RENO MUSICIANS' UNION :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF RENO MUSICIANS' UNION A musicians' union has existed in Reno since 1909. The American Federation of Musicians (AFM), Reno Local No. 368, was chartered January 1, 1917 as the Reno Musicians' Protective Union Local No. 368.
NEIGHBOURING RIGHTS AND PRIVATE COPYING ROYALTIES Neighbouring Rights And Private Copying Royalties. About the Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) The Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) was founded in 2009 as the successor organization to the Musicians Neighbouring Rights Royalties (MNRR) organization, a copyright collective created in 1998 by the American Federation of Musicians (AFM). AFM now operates in Canada HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio & NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND MY LOCAL
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LOGIN :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF Please enter your username and password to login to the member area. RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio & NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND MY LOCAL
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LOGIN :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF Please enter your username and password to login to the member area. RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE AFM Emergency Relief Fund. This fund assists musicians adversely affected by major disasters such as earthquakes, wildfires or tornadoes. Here is a list of disasters (eligible counties by state) covered by this fund. AFM members who resided or were employed as a musician in impacted areas designated by FEMA as Federal Disaster Areas (individual
FILM, TV & RADIO
Musicians who record, sideline (perform on-camera) and prepare music for films, TV, and radio have secured contracts with minimum hourly wages, pension and health benefits. They receive “new use” payments when their product is used in other mediums (e.g., using recordings in films, TV, commercials, etc.), and can also share in the proceeds from the Sound LOCAL CONTACTS :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Local Contacts . Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland. Nova Scotia Ontario Quebec Saskatchewan Non-jurisdictional. ALBERTA Calgary Musicians' Association - Local 547. 606 Meredith Road NE, Suite #5, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5A8. 403 264-6610 403 264-6610 . Edmonton Musicians' Association - Local 390 JAY BLUMENTHAL
At the 2016 AFM Convention, Jay Blumenthal was elected AFM International Secretary-Treasurer. Jay began his career as a professional musician. He played double bass with the New York City Ballet Orchestra, the New York City Opera Orchestra, the New York Pops and various other orchestras for over thirty years. Jay was elected to Local 802’s
RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. GOPRO :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF AFM GoPro Hosting becomes the latest exclusive (members only) benefit to be offered by the Federation. It joins a long list of benefits and services that truly address the needs of today's professional musicians. Give the gift of music lessons to yourself or a loved one. Choosing to play a musical instrument will become one of the best AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS $13.98 . 2nd Double & each thereafter (15% of scale) $81.86 : $10.49 *The 12.81% AFM-EP Fund is required under the rehabilitation plan adopted by the Board of Trustees of the THE CONNECTICUT VALLEY FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS, LOCAL 400 Tweet. 56 Town Line Rd. Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Phone 860-563-1606. Email local400@afm.org. JOSEPH MESSINA. LOCAL 368 - RENO MUSICIANS' UNION :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF RENO MUSICIANS' UNION A musicians' union has existed in Reno since 1909. The American Federation of Musicians (AFM), Reno Local No. 368, was chartered January 1, 1917 as the Reno Musicians' Protective Union Local No. 368.
NEIGHBOURING RIGHTS AND PRIVATE COPYING ROYALTIES Neighbouring Rights And Private Copying Royalties. About the Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) The Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) was founded in 2009 as the successor organization to the Musicians Neighbouring Rights Royalties (MNRR) organization, a copyright collective created in 1998 by the American Federation of Musicians (AFM). AFM now operates in Canada HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio & NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND MY LOCAL
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LOGIN :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF Please enter your username and password to login to the member area. RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio & NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND MY LOCAL
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FIND A LOCAL :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN Use this tool to find one near you. Just click the city name to see a description of it's jurisdiction and dues information. If you do not see your area of residence in the list below, please check adjacent states or contact our Membership Department at 1-800-762-3444 x243 or membership@afm.org.
LOGIN :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF Please enter your username and password to login to the member area. RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE AFM Emergency Relief Fund. This fund assists musicians adversely affected by major disasters such as earthquakes, wildfires or tornadoes. Here is a list of disasters (eligible counties by state) covered by this fund. AFM members who resided or were employed as a musician in impacted areas designated by FEMA as Federal Disaster Areas (individual
FILM, TV & RADIO
Musicians who record, sideline (perform on-camera) and prepare music for films, TV, and radio have secured contracts with minimum hourly wages, pension and health benefits. They receive “new use” payments when their product is used in other mediums (e.g., using recordings in films, TV, commercials, etc.), and can also share in the proceeds from the Sound LOCAL CONTACTS :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Local Contacts . Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland. Nova Scotia Ontario Quebec Saskatchewan Non-jurisdictional. ALBERTA Calgary Musicians' Association - Local 547. 606 Meredith Road NE, Suite #5, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5A8. 403 264-6610 403 264-6610 . Edmonton Musicians' Association - Local 390 JAY BLUMENTHAL
At the 2016 AFM Convention, Jay Blumenthal was elected AFM International Secretary-Treasurer. Jay began his career as a professional musician. He played double bass with the New York City Ballet Orchestra, the New York City Opera Orchestra, the New York Pops and various other orchestras for over thirty years. Jay was elected to Local 802’s
RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. GOPRO :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF AFM GoPro Hosting becomes the latest exclusive (members only) benefit to be offered by the Federation. It joins a long list of benefits and services that truly address the needs of today's professional musicians. Give the gift of music lessons to yourself or a loved one. Choosing to play a musical instrument will become one of the best AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS $13.98 . 2nd Double & each thereafter (15% of scale) $81.86 : $10.49 *The 12.81% AFM-EP Fund is required under the rehabilitation plan adopted by the Board of Trustees of the THE CONNECTICUT VALLEY FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS, LOCAL 400 Tweet. 56 Town Line Rd. Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Phone 860-563-1606. Email local400@afm.org. JOSEPH MESSINA. LOCAL 368 - RENO MUSICIANS' UNION :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF RENO MUSICIANS' UNION A musicians' union has existed in Reno since 1909. The American Federation of Musicians (AFM), Reno Local No. 368, was chartered January 1, 1917 as the Reno Musicians' Protective Union Local No. 368.
NEIGHBOURING RIGHTS AND PRIVATE COPYING ROYALTIES Neighbouring Rights And Private Copying Royalties. About the Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) The Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) was founded in 2009 as the successor organization to the Musicians Neighbouring Rights Royalties (MNRR) organization, a copyright collective created in 1998 by the American Federation of Musicians (AFM). AFM now operates in Canada HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio & NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND MY LOCAL
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LOGIN :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF Please enter your username and password to login to the member area. RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
HOME - AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANSLOGINOUR MUSICIANSWHAT WE ARE DOINGABOUTORGANIZEFOR MEMBERS The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is the largest organization in the world representing more than 80,000 professional musicians, playing in orchestras, theaters, film, radio & NEED A VISA?
P-2 Visas are for Canadian artists or musicians entering the United States through a government recognized reciprocal exchange program. If you need assistance with P-2 Visas, please contact our Canadian Office at 416.391.5161 or here. P-3 Visas are for groups that are culturally unique—for example, musicians who perform folk music of their HOME :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Insurance Taking that 59 Les Paul on the road? Gigs Making complex contracts simple Immigration Need help crossing the border? FIND MY LOCAL
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FIND A LOCAL :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN Use this tool to find one near you. Just click the city name to see a description of it's jurisdiction and dues information. If you do not see your area of residence in the list below, please check adjacent states or contact our Membership Department at 1-800-762-3444 x243 or membership@afm.org.
LOGIN :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF Please enter your username and password to login to the member area. RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. LOCAL 17 - MUSICIANS' PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $136.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $68.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $34.00 Local 17 Initiation Fee (one-time): $60.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 355 - CAPE BRETON PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION Dues if Paid Annually: $155.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $80.00 Dues if Paid Quarterly: $42.50 Local 355 Initiation Fee (one-time): $40.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00 LOCAL 257 - NASHVILLE MUSICIANS ASSOCIATION :: OFFICIAL Dues if Paid Annually: $274.00 Dues if Paid Semi-Annually: $147.00 Local 257 Initiation Fee (one-time): $100.00 Federation Initiation Fee (one-time): $65.00
EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE AFM Emergency Relief Fund. This fund assists musicians adversely affected by major disasters such as earthquakes, wildfires or tornadoes. Here is a list of disasters (eligible counties by state) covered by this fund. AFM members who resided or were employed as a musician in impacted areas designated by FEMA as Federal Disaster Areas (individual
FILM, TV & RADIO
Musicians who record, sideline (perform on-camera) and prepare music for films, TV, and radio have secured contracts with minimum hourly wages, pension and health benefits. They receive “new use” payments when their product is used in other mediums (e.g., using recordings in films, TV, commercials, etc.), and can also share in the proceeds from the Sound LOCAL CONTACTS :: CANADIAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS Local Contacts . Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland. Nova Scotia Ontario Quebec Saskatchewan Non-jurisdictional. ALBERTA Calgary Musicians' Association - Local 547. 606 Meredith Road NE, Suite #5, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5A8. 403 264-6610 403 264-6610 . Edmonton Musicians' Association - Local 390 JAY BLUMENTHAL
At the 2016 AFM Convention, Jay Blumenthal was elected AFM International Secretary-Treasurer. Jay began his career as a professional musician. He played double bass with the New York City Ballet Orchestra, the New York City Opera Orchestra, the New York Pops and various other orchestras for over thirty years. Jay was elected to Local 802’s
RECORDING MUSICIANS WAGE SCALES This Wage Summary Sheet is provided for illustration purposes only. In the event there is a discrepancy between the worksheet and the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture Agreement or the Basic Television Motion Picture Agreement, the Agreement will control. GOPRO :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF AFM GoPro Hosting becomes the latest exclusive (members only) benefit to be offered by the Federation. It joins a long list of benefits and services that truly address the needs of today's professional musicians. Give the gift of music lessons to yourself or a loved one. Choosing to play a musical instrument will become one of the best AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS $13.98 . 2nd Double & each thereafter (15% of scale) $81.86 : $10.49 *The 12.81% AFM-EP Fund is required under the rehabilitation plan adopted by the Board of Trustees of the THE CONNECTICUT VALLEY FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS, LOCAL 400 Tweet. 56 Town Line Rd. Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Phone 860-563-1606. Email local400@afm.org. JOSEPH MESSINA. LOCAL 368 - RENO MUSICIANS' UNION :: OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF RENO MUSICIANS' UNION A musicians' union has existed in Reno since 1909. The American Federation of Musicians (AFM), Reno Local No. 368, was chartered January 1, 1917 as the Reno Musicians' Protective Union Local No. 368.
NEIGHBOURING RIGHTS AND PRIVATE COPYING ROYALTIES Neighbouring Rights And Private Copying Royalties. About the Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) The Musicians’ Rights Organization of Canada (MROC) was founded in 2009 as the successor organization to the Musicians Neighbouring Rights Royalties (MNRR) organization, a copyright collective created in 1998 by the American Federation of Musicians (AFM). AFM now operates in Canada MENU
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