Congratulations to everyone whose work can be heard on the 67th Annual GRAMMY-nominated tracks and albums, recorded under AFM union contracts filed with Local 47!
Browse the list below while listening to our #AFM47 2025 Grammys Spotify Playlist:
We at AFM Local 47 thank MEAA for your kindness and support for our many members, and greater community, during this very difficult time. In solidarity there is great strength! Continue reading
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The AFM Local 47 Live Performance/Music Prep for Live Performance Wage Scales have been updated for 2025.
A digital copy of the book is posted in the members-only section of our website at ensemble.afm47.org. (If you have not yet logged in to our new system, please review the instructions here.)
Print booklets are also available by request (1 per member). Please email live@afm47.org.
MPTF Trustee Dan Beck, AFM Local 7 Secretary/Treasurer Tammy Noreyko, AFM Local 47 Sound Recording Business Representative Jamie Vespa, AFM Local 47 Communications Director Linda Rapka, AFM International Musician Advertising Director Honore Stockley, AFM Director of Communications Antoinette Follet, AFM Director of Freelance Services Wages Argott, and AFM Local 7 President Edmund Velasco.
The American Federation of Musicians and Music Performance Trust Fund were thrilled to exhibit at this year’s National Association of Music Merchants show for the second year in a row. Continue reading
The Officers and Board of AFM Local 47 are devastated by the effects of this terrible tragedy on the people of Los Angeles and on our musical community. We will continue to provide information on resources for assistance as we face the long-term effects of this catastrophe.
As our community continues to come together in aid of one another, we are wanting to hear directly from you, our members, about what you need most right now, and how we can help. We invite all members to please take our Wildfire Response Survey by clicking the button below:
The American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada and the Music Performance Trust Fund are excited to once again be co-hosting a booth at this year’s National Association of Music Merchants Show, the industry’s largest stage uniting the global music, sound and entertainment technology communities. The event takes place at the Anaheim Convention Center.
Find us at Booth 7806 during the event’s three exhibit days, January 23-25 (view map).
Snag your 2025 NAMM badge here.
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As of January 1, 2025, rehearsal room rental fees will be increased by $5. There is still no charge for backline (PA, microphones, amps, etc.). Life Members will continue to receive a $5 discount.
We understand the importance of our rehearsal spaces to members and are happy to continue to provide these spaces for a fraction of what is charged elsewhere.
To view the new rates and to book a room, log in to your member account by clicking the Booking button at afm47.org/rehearsals.
Browse our full Overture pdf archives here.