Archives: October 2002
10/01/02 Member Benefits
Union Plus Discounts for Union Members
Did you know you can get discounted Dell computers, rental cars, flower service, credit reports, vacation tours, prescription drugs, dental care, and much more as an AFM member? For more information, call us and ask for a Union Plus brochure or check out their website:
http://www.unionplus.org
10/01/02 That Union Thing
Origins of the Labor Movement…Part 5: Major Developments in the 20th Century
The 1926 Railway Labor Act was the first to guarantee workers' rights to organize and collectively bargain. The 1933 National Industry Recovery Act gave this right to all employees, but this was later struck down by the Supreme Court. This was finally achieved in 1935 with the National Labor Relations Act, which attempted to tip the balance of power to equality between employer and employee. It gave power to the National Labor Relations Board to handle industrial disputes and to enforce its decisions.
10/01/02 Symphonic Shorts
AFM Unity Conference Report
Jay Bertolet (Florida Philharmonic) & Rochelle Gnagey Skolnick (Palm Beach Opera) attended the AFM Unity Conference this August. This second Unity Conference brought delegates from several AFM Player Conferences—including ICSOM, ROPA, and OCSM—together to meet and learn from each others’ experiences. Delegates also had the opportunity to meet with AFM President Lee, Secretary-Treasurer Nelson, and members of the Symphonic Services Division to discuss issues of concern. Some of the conference events included:
10/01/02 Recording Rap
August started with me traveling to NYC for the Latin Alternative Music Conference that was held in SOHO. I assisted Dick Gabriel and Mike Muniz at the AFM booth and met the Puerto Rican pop-rock group Circo (which was nominated for Best New Artist at the Latin Grammys). The LAMC was a great networking experience as these are bands the labels are looking to sign. There were panels, acoustic showcases and a free concert in Central Park to showcase the bands.
10/01/02 Casual Corner
New Scales Effective September 1
- Non-continuous (2-hour): $76
- Non-continuous (3-hour): $108
- Shows (2-hour): $81
- Shows (3-hour): $117
- Symphonic (2.5-hour): $98
- Symphonic (3-hour): $118
10/01/02 Official Business
Membership Drive!
Waived Initiation Fees October 1-December 31
NEW MEMBERS can join for only $37; all Initiation Fees are waived—a savings of $115! Here’s a list of the benefits they can receive:
- Guidance in Electronic Media production of sound recordings, jingles, and more, including assistance in obtaining and filing AFM contracts to protect against new use and reuse and ensure pension and other special payment benefits
- Instrument and Liability Insurance
- Legal Counsel
- Contracts
- Performance Co-Funding through MPTF
- Referrals and Web Page
- Access to AFM Pension Fund
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Mortgage Programs
- Industry Discounts
