No one to stand up for us and help us get the respect we deserve as hardworking professionals. Things have changed and now we have an AFM local just for us, Local 1000, the North American Traveling Musicians Union. We're a democratically run organization created by and for traveling musicians, people just like you. We've got benefits that you need - health insurance, pension, instrument insurance. Disability insurance, legal assistance, help with visas when crossing the U.S.-Canada border Take some time to read this and find out why Local 1000 can be one of the best friends a touring musician ever had.
Many musicians think their instruments are insured under their homeowner's or renter's policy.
But the fine print often excludes instruments as well as PAs, computers and other equipment necessary for the professional musician. The Union's policy offers full coverage at replacement value for a much lower premium than most homeowner's policies, and it includes all your business and professional equipment. It covers theft, loss or damage anytime and anywhere. Health Insurance One of the benefits our members request most. Remember, you're self-employed.