Unions and Associations
Professional musicians generally hold membership in the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada. Songwriters often join the Songwriters Guild of America. Other useful organizations for musicians include the American Guild of Musical Artists, Society for American Music, and the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers.
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