Local 1000
The Traveling Musicians Union – American Federation of Musicians
Member Resources
Emergency Relief Fund
COVID Resources for Musicians
New Deal
Fair Trade Venues
Pay Dues and Fees
Mission Statement
Local 1000 exists to unite and organize professional touring musicians to create a strong network, provide access to benefits, and increase our impact in the world.
As a member of Local 1000, you belong to a network of like-minded musicians who do most of their work outside of their immediate geographic location. We are traveling musicians, uniting to improve the welfare of all.
Member Benefits
- Pension Plan
- Insurance
- Low-Interest Credit Cards
- Contract Support
- & MORE
Fair Trade Music
AFM Local 1000 believes that all working musicians deserve a fair and just living wage for live performances and a respectful, safe working environment. We assert that these are rights for cultural workers, not privileges. Fair Trade Music is our organizing campaign to bring these conditions to the greater musical community. Performers, Presenters, and Audiences working together to strengthen our community.