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Membership Benefits
As a member of the Chattanooga Musicians' Union (Local 80) AFM, you will have access to many benefits and services that support your success as a performer and music business professional.
Membership in an Organized Community of Musicians
Membership in Local 80 makes you a part of a strong community of musicians united in the cause of advancing the lives of musicians.
Referral Service
Local 80 actively encourages the public to use our referral service for their music needs. Help and advice for them and more gigs for our members! Local 80 provides a list of organized groups and soloists which is
available on our website, mailed or faxed to inquiring potential employers. As a member, you can benefit from an optional listing in this directory.
Contracts and Collective Bargaining Agreements
Local 80 has available customized legal contract forms which provide protection for individual engagements, steady engagements and traveling work as a single performer or as part of a group.
In addition to contracts for individual engagements, Local 80 has negotiated exclusive Collective Bargaining Agreements with the Chattanooga Symphony and Opera Association and the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra Association.
International Musician Newspaper
Every month, members receive the highly respected music industry publication of the AFM - the International Musician. This Newspaper covers the players, the issues and the innovations of the international music scene as well as Federation news and commentary.
Flatted Fifth Newsletter
Four times a year, members receive the newsletter of Local 80, the Flatted Fifth, which is also available on the Members Only section of this website.
Instrument and Equipment Insurance
Insurance is available to members of Local 80 and covers instruments and equipment against theft and damage at home and on the road.
Toll-free Road Help
When you're on the road, far from home, and a gig goes bad - - The Federation's Emergency Traveling Assistance Program is there to help bail you out.
Other Benefits and Services Include:
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