Have any of these things happened to you?
- You’re in a band and play a club date. The guy that booked your show says afterward, “Sorry, you didn’t draw enough people for me to break even if I pay you what we agreed on before the show…but….hey, we gave you free beer! Let’s call it even!”
- You’ve just performed at a big private party, the host agreed to pay you a decent wage. After the party, you take the check to the bank, it bounces.
- You’re on your way home from an out of town gig, and your van breaks down. Between everyone in the band you have $42, no AAA card, and no one at home to call for help.
Local 94, AFM can help.
Ways the AFM can help musicians
- Professional association to combine strength
- Local Representation
- National/International Representation
- Member directories and referral programs
- Assistance with recording contract procedures
- Assistance with negotiations
- Legal assistance
- Contract guarantee fund
- 24 emergency answering service
- Emergency travel assistance program
- Music Performance Trust Funds
- Special Payments Funds
- AFM-EPW Fund (pension)
- Equipment and liability insurance
- Sickness and disability insurance
- Legislative representation
- Credit Unions
- National and local publications
- Immigration assistance
- Approved, free legal contracts
- AFM MasterCard with preferred rates
But I’m a young musician with limited funds
Local 94, AFM has a Youth and Student Membership for musicians under 21. There are no initiation fees to pay and youth members are afforded all the rights and privileges of full membership.
What can Local 94, AFM offer me?
- Access to the AFM Entertainment platform & Local 94, AFM local talent
- Stay up to date with access to contracts, wage scales, and newsletters downloads
- Contract guarantee fund and representation in contract disputes
- Access to Music Performance Trust Fund (MPTF), providing opportunities for grant funds for free, live, community-enriching performances and student scholarships
How do I join?
Visit the How to Join page for details.