We are Local 159 of the American Federation of Musicians. The AFM is the largest organization in the world representing the interests of professional musicians. Locally, the AFM assists with contracts, booking, and negotiations. Nationally, the AFM is involved in protecting ownership of recorded music, securing benefits such as health care and pension, and lobbying our legislators.
New Members Information 2024
Regular Yearly Membership dues are $115
One-time AFM International Fees is $65
One-time AFM Local Initiation Fee is $20
Total Initiation Fee w/yearly dues = $200
Checks made out to: American Federation of Music, Local 159
Renewal Member Information 2024
Regular Yearly Memberships are $115
Gold Card Yearly Memberships are $80
Checks made out to: American Federation of Music, Local 159
Checks can be mailed to:
American Federation of Musicians, Local 159
Steve Brown, Interim Secretary/Treasurer
228 Foxcroft Rd
Lexington, OH 44906
New/Returning Member Online Payment
To pay online, go to https://members.afm.org/payment. NOTE: There is a 6% surcharge to pay online that will be applied to your total. Once online payment is completed, send your completed forms to:
American Federation of Musicians, Local 159
Steve Brown, Interim Secretary/Treasurer
228 Foxcroft Rd
Lexington, OH 44906
