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Local 47 is a union of musicians for musicians. As a labor union, we promote and protect wages and contracts for professional musicians in all areas of the music industry – from movie scores to philharmonics. Reach out to find out more about what the AFM does for its members.

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Chris Walden: Bridging Jazz and Symphonic

AFM Local 47 Member Spotlight AFM Local 47 member Chris Walden is a 7-time Grammy nominated composer, arranger, conductor, and musician…

AFM Local 47: Covering Lots of Bases

Modernizing Bylaws: At the April 27 General Membership Meeting we are also calling a special meeting of the Musicians Club, the entity…

Jazz Appreciation Month – A Union Guitar Player’s Perspective

April is Jazz Appreciation Month, and for those of us who came up playing the bandstand, carrying an amp up narrow…

Watch our AFM Welcome Video

Find out what AFM 47 can do for you and our nearly 5,000 members in the LA area. Watch this six minute welcome video to find out more.

Our Mission

AFM 47, formed nearly 130 years ago by and for Los Angeles musicians, is committed to advocate for its members for fair wages and working conditions, to oppose the forces of exploitation through solidarity and collective action, and to preserve the dignity and respect all professional workers deserve.

Join a Community of Professional Musicians

AFM 47 is home to musicians who work in a wide range of genres including award-winning movies and TV, orchestras, recording studios, and freelance work. We are a union of musicians for musicians. Whatever your skill level and experience, you have a place here at AFM 47.

What AFM 47 Offers Its Members

AFM 47 offers its members a variety of services, from referral services for new gigs, to assistance programs for emergency relief, and discounts through the Union Plus program and rehearsal room space.