American Federation of Musicians Local 47 Information

The American Federation of Musicians Local 47 is a labor union that serves to promote and protect the concerns of professional musicians in all areas of the music industry. Our offices are located in Burbank, California. Members of AFM Local 47 are high-level studio musicians, signed to major and indie labels, work on major motion pictures and television, tour throughout the world, and are members of premiere orchestras and symphonies including the LA Philharmonic, LA Opera, Pasadena Symphony, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and more. The more than 5,000 members we represent — arrangers, composers, producers, contractors, engineers, and freelance musicians — are regarded as some of the very best in the world. Formed by and for Los Angeles musicians in 1897, AFM Local 47 members united together to advocate for fair wages and working conditions, oppose the forces of exploitation through solidarity and collective action, and preserve the dignity and respect all professional workers deserve. AFM Local 47 is affiliated with the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada, the largest organization in the world representing professional instrumental musicians playing in orchestras, bands, clubs, and theater — both on Broadway and on tour. AFM members make music for film, television, commercials, and sound recordings. The AFM negotiates fair agreements, protects ownership of recorded music, secures benefits such as health care and pension, and lobbies for musicians and the rights of workers.