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Join AFM at NAMM 2026
The American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada is excited to once again be hosting a booth at this year’s National Association of Music Merchants Show, the industry’s largest stage uniting the global music, sound and entertainment technology communities.
Find AFM at Booth 9007, Hall B during the event’s three exhibit days, January 22-24 (view map).
Snag your 2026 NAMM badge here.
Member Mingle: Third Wednesdays,11am-noon
Inaugural Meeting & Musicians’ Club Annual Meeting: January 12, 2026
Open to all members in good standing
In-Person Location: AFM Local 47, 3220 Winona Ave. Burbank CA 91504
Virtual Location: Zoom
On the Agenda (subject to change):
– Approval of Minutes
– Outgoing Officer Reports
– Installation of New Officers
– Unfinished and New Business
– Presentation of 50-Year Pins
Musicians’ Club of Los Angeles Annual Meeting to immediately follow Inaugural Meeting
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General Membership Meeting: October 27, 2025
In-Person Location: Captain Greg Welch Gathering Place, 3220 Winona Ave. Burbank CA
Virtual Location: Zoom
Open to all AFM Local 47 members in good standing.
Light refreshments will be served.
On the Agenda (subject to change):
• Approval of Minutes
• Special Election to Fill Vacancy on Salary Review Board
• Resolutions to Amend the Bylaws
• Officer Reports
• Committee Reports
• Unfinished and New Business
• Presentation of 50-Year Pins
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Join us on Labor Day 2025: GO BIG OR GO HOME!
Labor Day 2025 promises to be the biggest, boldest Labor Day March in the nation. Simply put: GO BIG OR GO HOME!
- Date: Monday, September 1
- Meeting Point: 510 Broad Ave at East E St, Wilmington CA
- Parking: available near Banning Park — free shuttles will be provided to parade start point
- Parade: Begins at 10 a.m. sharp (plan arrival time accordingly)
- Picnic & Entertainment: 11 a.m. at Banning Park – enjoy 40+ vendor booths of various unions and Labor organizations, a kid zone for children including face painting, popcorn, cotton candy, puppet show & book giveaway, and a lowrider car show!
- Event End Time: 4 p.m.
- View Labor Day 2025 Map & Logistics
This year, we are proud to welcome AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, California Labor Federation President Lorena Gonzalez Fletcher, United Farm Workers President Teresa Romero, along with our own powerful local leaders. Their presence underscores the national spotlight on Los Angeles as we lead the way toward 2028 and beyond. Labor Day will not only be a march — it will be a message: Los Angeles labor is strong, united, and ready to lead.
Non-Violent Direct Action Training: 7/10/25
Reverend James Lawson once said: “Nonviolence is the science of how you create a world that practices justice, truth, and compassion.”
We are now being called to practice this science. Join the LA Fed as we train with fellow labor members and activists at a Direct Action Training on Thursday, July 10, 2025, 5-8 p.m. at the L.A. Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa St.
This interactive session equips participants with the principles and practical tools of non-violent direct action. Rooted in a rich history of social change, the training will cover strategy, group dynamics, creative protest methods, and how to stay grounded and safe during action.
Whether you’re new to activism and organizing or looking to sharpen your skills during this era of resistance, this training offers a collaborative space to build courage, clarity, and community.
General Membership Meeting: July 28, 2025
Monday, July 28, 2025 – 7:30 p.m.
Open to all AFM Local 47 members in good standing.
Light refreshments will be served.
This will be a hybrid meeting format, both online and in person.
In-Person Location: Captain Greg Welch Gathering Place, 3220 Winona Ave. Burbank CA
Virtual Location: Zoom
On the Agenda (subject to change):
– Presentation of 50-Year Pins
– Special Election to Fill Vacancy on Election Board
– Resolutions to Amend the Bylaws
– Officer Reports
– Unfinished and New Business Continue reading
AFM Local 47 2025 Triennial General Election Announcement
The next General Election for the AFM Local 47 Executive Board, Hearing Board, and AFM Convention Delegates takes place on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
Nominations will be called for:
President (1)
Vice President (1)
Secretary/Treasurer (1)
Trustees (3)
Directors (6)
Hearing Board (7)
AFM Convention Delegates (3)
First Alternate Delegate (1)
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Hitchcock’s ‘Psycho’ Score Study Master Class
AFM Local 47 is pleased to present a score study master class on Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘Psycho’: the Orchestrations of Bernard Herrmann with Instructor Dr. Norman Ludwin, exclusively for AFM Local 47 members.
This interactive Zoom master class takes place on Thursday, July 17, 2025 from 3-5 p.m. Zoom registration is available to AFM Local 47 members in good standing. Once your membership has been verified, you will receive the Zoom link.
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