Please be aware that effective Oct. 1, 2014, Kaiser self-pay medical plan rates will increase. Enrollees will be soon be receiving a notice in the mail about this increase from French Cormany Insurance Services.
To review the new rates and access the updated member packet, please log in to your member account.
The next General Election of the AFM Local 47 Executive Board, AFM Convention Delegates/Alternates and Hearing Board takes place Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014.
Nominating petitions for the upcoming General Election are available from the Secretary/Treasurer’s office as of Aug. 1. All completed nominating petitions must be delivered to the Secretary’s Office, in exchange for a signed and dated receipt, no later than Monday, Sept. 15, 2014.
See full nominating petition requirements and more election information on page 11 of the August 2014 Overture (member login required).
On July 19, 2014, the AFM International Executive Board adopted a policy regarding dual capacity Federation members’ participation in Local and International union meetings open to the general membership concerning Federation collective bargaining agreements and campaigns. Read the full policy here.
Local 47 offices will close early at 1 pm Thursday, July 3, and will be closed all day Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
Have a safe and happy 4th of July!
The Executive Board of AFM Local 47 passed a resolution June 24, 2014 reaffirming its support and commitment to the AFM’s Listen Up! campaign.
In a unanimous vote it resolved to communicate this support and participation to its members urging that they also endorse this campaign.
For more information about Listen Up! and to get involved, visit listenupnow.org.
“Listen Up! is our flagship campaign, and we invite all Local 47 musicians to join, to participate, to get informed and to make a difference.” — Vince Trombetta, President
“Let’s bring together fellow musicians, labor and community and say no more to outsourcing, no more to exploitation of musicians, and yes to Listen Up! and AFM musicians!” — John Acosta, Vice President
“The Listen Up! campaign is all about creating employment for musicians by building our strength and developing support among organized labor, elected officials and community leaders.” — Gary Lasley, Secretary/Treasurer
It is with great sadness that we share news of the passing of Hagny Farestveit.
Many of you will remember Hagny as our receptionist and operator here at Local 47. Having started in 1989, for over 20 years she cheerily fielded phone calls and greeted members as they entered the financial offices. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 28, 1pm at Salem Lutheran Church, 1211 N. Brand Blvd., in Glendale. Hagny’s children extend an open invitation for all who wish to attend and pay their respects.
Please note that the Local 47 Rehearsal Rooms will be unavailable from 1-:30 pm on the following days:
Saturday, Aug. 3, 2014
Sunday, Aug. 4, 2014
View our Rehearsal Rooms page to see other available booking times.
MusiCares, in collaboration with Dr. Pacita Franco, DDS, AFM Local 47 and Musicians Foundation of Los Angeles, will host a FREE mobile dental clinic for music professionals*. Eligible members who pre-register will receive a complimentary dental cleaning and visual oral exam on-site at AFM Local 47 headquarters on Tuesday, July 15. Limited appointments available; register today to reserve your spot!
* To qualify participants must document at least five years professional music career history
The clinic will be held at:
AFM Local 47
817 Vine St.
Hollywood, CA 90038
All appointments must be scheduled in advance!
Register online: Local47dental2014.eventbrite.com
or call:
1-800-687-4227
Presented by the Young Musicians Foundation
Tuesday, June 24, 2014, 7-9 pm
Tickets: Free (RSVP requested).
Seating: General admission.
Theater address: Aratani/Japan America Theater, 244 S San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
Parking: Closest paid lots are on 2nd Street between San Pedro and Central.
David Weiss was a beloved mentor, friend, and advisor whose passion for music and life touched our entire community. The Weiss and Walker families, along with Young Musicians Foundation, will present a tribute concert in celebration of David’s life on Tuesday, June 24, at the Aratani/Japan America Theater at 7pm. Concert and reception are free; RSVP requested at davidtribute.eventbrite.com.
YMF is deeply grateful to David’s family and friends for their guidance in selecting a few of his favorite pieces for the evening’s program, including works by Mendelssohn, Mozart, Bach, and Dvorak. We are also honored to present a new work by composer Michael Levine dedicated to David. A multimedia production will accompany the music. Ivan Shulman and Roger Kalia, YMF Debut Orchestra Music Director & Conductor, will conduct. Following the performances, attendees are invited to a reception outside in the plaza at approximately 8:15pm.
