Join the Union



  • Be a professional. Join an international professional association, the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada

  • With legal contracts we provide you with legal protection, specifying your fees and working conditions.

  • You have a vote - as a member, you have a say in the development and growth of the local office.

  • Receive audition information from all the major orchestras.

  • The Music Performance Fund uses royalties from the sale of records produced under the AFM Sound Recording Agreement to stimulate an interest in live performances.

  

  • Visas - Canadian musicians can perform in the United States under a special visa program. Applications for this visa may be obtained at the Local office.

  • HARP - The official Local 180 newsletter, HARP, contains information such as notices of meetings, warnings about unfair producers and changes of address. It is also the official communications tool for Local 180 officers.

  • Directory - a listing of all Local 180 members, telephone numbers, addresses and instrument(s).

  • Instrument Insurance - reasonable coverage for all instruments under all conditions.

  • Discounts - The Local negotiates discounts provided to members.

    

      For more details go to the Membership Benefits page.