International Federation of Musicians

09/02/2026

The European music sector calls for a strong budget and an ambitious sectoral approach for music within the future AgoraEU programme
https://tinyurl.com/agoraeu-call

05/12/2025

Agreement reached today at CITES CoP20. Pernambuco remains in Appendix II. Many thanks to FIM members and our partners from the music sector for their efforts and dedication!

CITES CoP20 approves new international regulations for Pernambuco wood used in bows for stringed instruments

11/09/2025

Pour pouvoir continuer à utiliser vos archets en pernambouc et préserver la filière de l'archeterie en Europe et dans le monde, signez la pétition!

To continue using your Pernambuco bows and to preserve the bow-making tradition in Europe and worldwide, sign the petition!

Sauvons la musique, sauvons les bois précieux ! Save music, save precious woods!