Congress Votes To Increase NEA Funding
Thanks to emails sent and calls made by union musicians and others members of the arts community, the U.S. Senate and House both voted to increase NEA funding by 1.42% for 2019.
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Ruth B: Social Media to Stage
The young Local 390 member first garnered a following on social media, then transferred her talent to stage and studio.
Rally For Pension Reform
With more than a hundred pension plans facing insolvency in the next 10 years, musicians joined with other working people in calling on Congress to protect the retirement security of millions.
Musicians Rally Outside ABC For Respect
Live TV musicians fighting for a fair contract rallied in NYC. #RespectTheBand
Musicians Resume Negotiating With Networks
After two years of negotiations, the networks still refuse to pay musicians when they stream their work on YouTube and network websites.
Michael Lisicky is Building Bridges in Baltimore
The Baltimore Symphony oboist discusses the power of joining in union with other musicians and the importance of symphonies connecting with their communities.
Concertmaster Belinda Whitney Plays Broadway & More
A union musician since she started gigging in college, the NYC Local 802 member discusses her career and joining together in union with other musicians.
Fair Pay For ALL Musicians
The Senate is considering legislation to ensure musicians who recorded before 1972 are fairly paid.
Randy Kerber: Session Work to Composing
The Los Angeles Local 47 member has performed on more than 800 films as a session keyboardist, and is now taking on composing projects.
House Approves Music Reforms
The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed the CLASSICS Act as a part of a music licensing reform package.