American Federation of Musicians, Local 802 Records 1921-2010 (bulk 1980s-1990s)

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American Federation of Musicians, Local 802 Records, 1921-2010 (bulk 1980s-1990s)

American Federation of Musicians, Local 802 Records 1921-2010 (bulk 1980s-1990s)

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The American Federation of Musicians, Local 802 (Associated Musicians of Greater New York) is the largest local of professional musicians in the world. As of 2011, it represents approximately 10,000 members in and around New York City. Members work in many fields of music: rock, rhythm and blues, jazz, Latin, concert, theater, club date, night club, ballroom and symphonic. They are also instrumentalists, copyists, arrangers, orchestral librarians, proofreaders, and editors. Additionally, Local 802 regularly demonstrates solidarity with fellow unions (particularly other entertainment unions) and is deeply involved in lobbying for union rights. This collection consists of minutes, departmental files, and publications of Local 802. These records document Local 802's struggles on behalf of New York City musicians. Particularly valuable are the extensive minutes of the executive and trial boards, which provide great detail on the history of this important union. NOTE: This collection is housed offsite and advance notice is required for use.

128.5 linear feet; (130 boxes)

Tamiment Library and Robert F. Wagner Labor Archives