American Federation of Musicians Local 47 Revenue and Competitors

AFM Local 47 is a labor organization formed by and for musicians over a century ago that promotes and protects the concerns of musicians in all areas of the music business. With more than 7,000 members, Local 47 negotiates with employers to establish fair wages and working conditions for musicians. Local 47 is affiliated with the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada, the largest organization in the world representing the interests of professional musicians. The AFM represents more than 80,000 musicians including those who record music for sound recordings, film scores, radio, television and commercial announcements, as well as perform music of every genre in every sort of venue from small jazz clubs to symphony orchestra halls to major stadiums.