Life Member. Drum Set
7/1/1952 – 2/3/2018
by Washington Rucker, Life Member, AFM Local 47
We have lost a giant in the music world, and more directly, a great musician.
My best friend, Ndugu Chancler, was one of only a hand full of drummers who could be recognized by a single name: Ndugu. His moniker was well deserved and well earned. He stood tall among the genre of drummers who spring up… and he stood atop most of them. Continue reading
We are saddened to share news of the passing of member Armen Ksajikian’s mother, Seta.
Friends are invited to attend a memorial the morning of Saturday, June 9 at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills. Read Seta’s obituary from Forest Lawn here.
A powerful hip hop anthem about the pride a man takes in a long day’s work. A haunting ode to the hands that built American industry. A fast-paced celebration of American-made products. And a passionate plea for companies to invest in the USA. These are the four winners of the United Auto Workers’ “Make it in the USA” contest, which called on entrants to create videos focused on the value of manufacturing and buying products domestically.
To see the winning videos and learn more about the contest, click here. Continue reading
William (Bill) David Brohn
Life Member. Conductor/Orchestrator
3/30/1933 – 3/13/2017
Survived by siblings
Beverly Carmen (Musafia)
Life Member. Piano
5/1/1929 – 4/22/2018
Survived by cousin
Robert (Bob) Dorough
Life Member. Piano
12/2/1923 – 4/23/2018
Survived by spouse
James (Jack) A. Eskew
Life Member. Drum Set
5/10/1940 – 4/15/2018
Survived by spouse
Ann V. Koons
Life Member. Violin
12/15/1945 – 3/13/2018
Survived by children
Norma A. Peterson
Life Member. Saxophone
2/7/1920 – 5/14/2018
Survived by cousin
Katia Popov
Member. Violin
3/3/1965 – 5/19/2018
Survived by spouse & child
Arthur B. Rubinstein
Member. Conductor
3/31/1938 – 4/23/2018
Survived by spouse & children
The Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1988 (WHCRA) & the Newborn and Mothers Health Protection Act of 1996 (NMHPA)
Reconstructive Surgery Fully Covered After Mastectomy
WOMEN’S HEALTH AND CANCER RIGHTS ACT OF 1998
The Professional Musicians Local 47 and Employers Health and Welfare Fund (“the Fund”) purchases health insurance benefits through Health Net of California and provides you with this notice as required by the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1988 (WHCRA). Continue reading
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We are excited to announce that earlier this month, the Local 47 Executive Board approved a new Music Teaching Scale.
The new base rate is $75 per hour, 10% H&W and 10.9% pension, which includes the pension rehabilitation.
This rate was established for a new Local 47 Career Pathways Program, which will launch this summer in collaboration with the Burbank and Glendale Unified School Districts. The scale is also now available for agreements approved through the President’s office.
Members interested in filing teaching contracts may call 323.993.3182 or email john.acosta@afm47.org for more information.
Overture OnlineA Truly Grand Opening
Hundreds of musicians and friends celebrate the new home of our Union
African-American Music Appreciation Month
President John Acosta to be honored by Black Business Association
June 2018 Primary Endorsements
See who the California Labor Federation supports for working families
Ron King Band
Heating up Jakarta at Java Jazz Festival
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(Linda A. Rapka)
Close to 300 musicians, dignitaries and friends turned out on the evening of May 21, 2018 for the official Grand Opening Dedication Ceremony to commemorate the new home of American Federation of Musicians Local 47 at 3220 Winona Ave. in Burbank.
This past summer, our union began our relocation from Hollywood to a beautifully renovated building in Burbank. With Phase 1 of construction recently completed, we were ready to celebrate in style!
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We are proud to announce that Local 47 President John Acosta will be honored by The Black Business Association, the oldest ethnic business organization in the State of California, at its annual Salute to Black Music Awards Dinner.
Held in recognition of African American Music Appreciation Month, this year’s theme is “The Business Behind the Music.” The event takes place Tuesday, June 19 at the California African American Museum. A reception opens at 6 p.m., and the program commences at 7 p.m. Continue reading
