101st Convention Kicks Off
Musicians from throughout Canada and the United States gathered in Las Vegas for AFM’s 101st Convention where they will elect the union’s leaders and join together to continue building power for working musicians.
News
Statement on Broadcasters’ Testimony to Congress
Ahead of Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act’s reauthorization hearings, the music community is calling out Big Radio’s double talk.
Musicians United!
Union musicians—from as far away as Orange County, CA and Saskatoon, SK—attended AFM’s Leadership Development Program for three days of training geared toward organizing.
Keep Local Radio Local
The FCC is considering a rule change that would allow Big Radio to swallow up more local stations. Tell the FCC that we want our local radio stations to remain local.
John Carter Cash: Guardian of a Legacy
The Nashville Local 257 member is a musician, producer, author, and caretaker of his parents’ legacies.
Musicians Oppose Relaxed Radio Rules
Music coalitions filed comments today with the FCC supporting local radio & opposing increased media consolidation.
Musicians Hall of Fame Nominations
AFM members may nominate instrumentalists, producers, engineers, or bands until April 30th.
Boise Phil Wins Union Recognition
Philharmonic management agreed today to recognize AFM as the collective bargaining representative for the musicians.
Jennifer Montone’s Mindfulness & Commitment
The Philadelphia Orchestra principal horn and Local 77 member performs with chamber groups and as a soloist, and teaches at two of the country’s most prestigious music schools.
Boise Musicians Vote UnionYes
The musicians of the Boise Philharmonic voted overwhelmingly to join AFM today.