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Union Dues
- Regular Member. Annual Dues: $210. Semi-Annual Dues: $110.
- Life Member. Annual Dues: $110.
- Inactive Life Member. Annual Dues: $90.
- How much do union musicians make?
- How much does it cost to join American Federation of Musicians?
- Are musicians unionized?
- What do musicians union offer?
How much do union musicians make?
How Much Do Union Musician Jobs Pay per Hour?
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | |
|---|---|---|
| Top Earners | $85,500 | $7,125 |
| 75th Percentile | $58,000 | $4,833 |
| Average | $49,961 | $4,163 |
| 25th Percentile | $27,000 | $2,250 |
How much does it cost to join American Federation of Musicians?
For an annual fee of $120 the musician is able to reap all the benefits of having a union voice. “You become part of an organization that is working hard to make sure musicians are being treated fairly and paid properly,” Brian states.
Are musicians unionized?
Nearly every country has a musician's union. In the UK, it's called the MU (Musician's Union). In the US, it's called AFM (American Federation of Musicians), and Canada's union is called CFM, but it falls under the umbrella of AFM. If you are a member of one, you are a member of both.
What do musicians union offer?
We work to maximise the employment and overall income of musicians as well as protecting and improving working conditions. We also offer advice, support and legal assistance based on every individual member's needs.
