Now is the perfect time to become a member of the American Federation of Musicians of Los Angeles.
During our Spring Membership Drive April 1 through June 30, 2024, new & returning members pay ZERO initiation fees — a savings of $140!
As a professional musician, your real strength comes from working collectively with other musicians. If you are not a member of the musicians union, ask yourself:
Do I want to be paid fairly for my talent and skill?
Do I want access to quality health care and pension?
Do I want to be safe on the job?
Do I want access to expert assistance if something goes wrong?
If you answered yes, you’re ready to join the union!
Serving thousands of professional musicians throughout Los Angeles, the American Federation of Musicians Local 47 promotes and protects the concerns of professional musicians in all areas of the music industry.
Isolated musicians are more easily exploited and less likely to receive the benefits AFM Local 47 members enjoy — contracts that are more than just pieces of paper, health care and pension, scale wages worthy of professionals, and more.
Union Membership Makes the Difference
Serving thousands of professional musicians throughout Los Angeles, American Federation of Musicians Local 47 promotes and protects the concerns of musicians in all areas of the music business.
Affiliated with the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada, AFL-CIO, we negotiate with employers to establish fair wages and working conditions for our members.
AFM member benefits include:
Wage protection
Health insurance & pension
Low-cost rehearsal rooms
Instrument insurance
Free classes & seminars
Emergency travel assistance
Expert help from union staff
Local & International contracts cover:
Low-budget/student films
Studio recordings
Video games
Live concerts
Motion pictures & television
Commercials/jingles
Demos
Be 47 Strong
Many united voices are more powerful than one. Join with more than 5,000 professional musicians throughout Los Angeles in being 47 Strong.