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Canadian Federation of Musicians Announce Major Breakthrough Affecting Travelling Musicians

Canadian Federation of Musicians Announce Major Breakthrough Affecting Travelling Musicians

27 June 2019 by Local 1000

Air Passenger Protection Regulations Amendments Include Mandatory Acceptance Of Musical Instruments TORONTO, May 29, 2019 – The Canadian Federation of Musicians announce a successful outcome in its efforts to affect much needed changes to Canada’s Air Policy  with regard to the transportation of musical instruments on Canadian air carriers. Effective July 15, 2019, Air Passenger Protection …

Read moreCanadian Federation of Musicians Announce Major Breakthrough Affecting Travelling Musicians
Local 1000 Communications Committee

BSO Management Locks out Musicians

20 June 2019 by Local 1000

Musicians of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra have been locked out by their management. Currently they are refusing to pay musicians’ salaries and their health insurance will soon be cut off.

The Local 1000 Executive Board has pledged to make an official donation to support the musicians of BSO, and we are asking our members to take action and contribute directly if possible.

Read moreBSO Management Locks out Musicians
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Local 1000 at Folk Alliance International Conference 2019

15 January 2019 by Local 1000

We will be at FAI in Montreal. Read here for details about our Membership Meeting and Showcase Free Zone Schedule!

Read moreLocal 1000 at Folk Alliance International Conference 2019
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Folk Alliance International Conference 2019 – Discount for Local 1000 Members

20 November 2018 by Local 1000

The Annual Folk Alliance International (FAI) Conference is coming in February!

We are pleased to be able to offer members a $75 discount off registration.

Please contact Local 1000 at [email protected] to ask for the discount code.

Read moreFolk Alliance International Conference 2019 – Discount for Local 1000 Members
Newsletter November 2018

Local 1000 at NERFA

8 November 2018 by Local 1000

In addition to our Fall Membership Meeting, we will once again be hosting our popular Showcase Free Zone sessions during NERFA.

Please join us!

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Local 1000 Communications Committee

Fall Membership Meeting

8 November 2018 by Local 1000

Our final Membership Meeting for the year will take place on Friday, November 9, 2018, 10am EST at the Northeast Regional Folk Alliance conference in Stamford, CT.

Read moreFall Membership Meeting
Celebrate Local 1000's 25th Birthday!

Celebrate Local 1000’s 25th Birthday! $25 for 25 Fundraiser

5 April 2018 by Local 1000

Local 1000 is 25 years old! It’s hard to believe but it’s true.

To celebrate, we’re launching a fundraising campaign we call $25 for 25 years. Five $5 bills. 25 Years. $1 a year.

Read moreCelebrate Local 1000’s 25th Birthday! $25 for 25 Fundraiser
New Deal 2018 Cover rev

New Deal Winter 2018

8 March 2018 by Local 1000

The Winter 2018 edition of New Deal is now available!

Read moreNew Deal Winter 2018
Ashokan Gathering 2016

Local 1000 Membership Meeting at FAI 2018

9 February 2018 by Local 1000

The next membership meeting will be: Wednesday, February 14 at 4 pm CST

Westin Crown Center Hotel, Roanoke Room
1 East Pershing Road
Kansas City, MO

Read moreLocal 1000 Membership Meeting at FAI 2018
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Local 1000 at Folk Alliance International 2018

9 February 2018 by Local 1000

In addition to our membership meeting on Wednesday afternoon, we will be hosting late night song circles in our Showcase Free Zone Wednesday-Saturday night in room 630

Read moreLocal 1000 at Folk Alliance International 2018
Local 1000 Communications Committee

Local 1000 Membership Drive

9 February 2018 by Local 1000

From now until March 31, the US$100 initiation fee will be waived on new memberships.

Please encourage your friends and colleagues to sign up today!

Read moreLocal 1000 Membership Drive
Ken Whiteley

Union Recording Contacts for Canadian Members with Ken Whiteley

2 November 2017 by Local 1000

Join Ken Whiteley on November 21, as he shares his experience and knowledge on filing out, filing and making lots of money on his recording contracts.

Read moreUnion Recording Contacts for Canadian Members with Ken Whiteley
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