News and Updates

HANDS OFF: MASS MOBILIZATION (APRIL 5)
This mass mobilization day is our message to the world that we do not consent to the destruction of our government and our economy. We demand a stop the chaos! Click the link above for details...

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Read the latest issue of Allegro
Live music is the one of the best ways that Local 802 members can charge up a picket line or protest. Let's bring ourselves, our energy and our live music to the fight for justice!

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Local 802 Leaders Honored
President Robert Suttmann was recently honored as a Labor Power Player by PoliticsNY & amNY Metro, while Executive Board member Sara Cutler was honored by the AFL-CIO in its Women's History Month series. Congratulations!

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It pays to play union!
Musicians who play under the Local 802 Not-For-Profit Off Broadway union agreement just won a 14 PERCENT TO 18 PERCENT RAISE over the next three years of their new contract...plus other new benefits and perks!

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Meet our Members
We've rebooted our new member interviews! Read the incredible stories of musicians who recently joined Local 802...

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Organize now!
Want to earn the pay and benefits you deserve? Contact the Local 802 Organizing Department and we'll help you turn your non-union gig into a union gig!

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Health Care

There are many important reasons to work under a Local 802 agreement. Among the most important is access to quality health care and insurance. The Local 802 Musicians Health Fund was established in 1951 for musicians and their families and is administered by a joint board of employer and union trustees and a plan administrator.

Benefits of union membership

Why join Local 802? Musicians can achieve more pay, benefits, job security and respect with a union than if they try to negotiate separately on their own. Secondly, the union movement empowers all of us to work together for more justice, equality, diversity, inclusiveness and fairness in all of society – it’s a great way to be a part of social change. Thirdly, there are some core benefits in joining Local 802, which you can see on this page.

Allegro

From monthly updates on collective bargaining agreements to discussions about copyright protection, common challenges facing musicians and the joy of making music in the cultural capital of the world, Allegro keeps musicians up to date about issues and ideas at the forefront of New York City’s music scene.

Practicing At Home

Yes, you can practice in your home/apartment. No matter what your neighbor might say, the law is on your side: professional musicians have the right to practice in their apartments during reasonable hours. However, there are limitations, set by NYC regulations and rules that may govern your particular building.

Unclaimed Checks

You may have one or more checks waiting for you in our Recording/Checks Department. If you find your name within the link below, contact Local 802’s Recording Checks Department at (212) 245-4802 or checks@local802afm.org.