Professional Musicians of the South Coast

06/23/2026

Support the Musicians of the Dayton Philharmonic! Keeping a world-class symphony in Dayton means standing by the professional artists who make it possible. The Dayton Performing Arts Alliance cannot cut its way to growth.

Help protect the Dayton Philharmonic's artistic mission and further safeguard the city's cultural legacy, keep live music accessible to all, and honor the incredible dedication of its musicians!

Protecting the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra's artistic mission and programming is essential to safeguarding Dayton’s cultural legacy, ensuring community access to vibrant live performances, and honoring the professional dedication of the artists who bring the music to life. Join us in sending a l...

06/21/2026

to all the dads out there with a special shout out to musician dads!

06/21/2026

This morning, we have taken time at the International Convention to honor beloved members of the AFM - American Federation of Musicians who have departed us. Vice President Dave Pomeroy led the ceremony where our own Louis Perry was remembered. Lou had been the longtime president of the former Local 231 before merging with Local 216. We remember him.

06/21/2026

As of this 103rd Convention of the AFM - American Federation of Musicians, the Freelance Musicians Association is an official Player Conference! YES!

The Freelance Musicians Association (FMA) is a grassroots body of independent and freelance musicians representing every genre, discipline, and background. We work to address the needs of an independent workforce.

Are you an independent or freelance musician living or working in the South Coast? Contact us for more information.

06/20/2026

Day two of the Eastern Conference having finished yesterday, delegates gathered to celebrate music at an evening gala to kickoff the International Convention featuring the legendary Tom "Bones" Malone in a Tribute to the Blues Brothers featuring Paul Shaffer! AFM - American Federation of Musicians

06/19/2026

The Freelance Musicians Association has officially been accepted by the - American Federation of Musicians as a Player Conference, beginning with the current Convention in Ottowa. It costs just $5 a year to join this conference, and we encourage every freelance member of the AFM to join. Here is the link to their page, where you can sign up to go to the meeting. www.afmfreelance.org

06/19/2026

Greetings from Ottawa, Canada! Our vice president of Local 216 is our delegate attending both the Eastern Conference and the 103rd Convention of the AFM - American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada. The work is important and the days long as we work for the rights of working musicians. But because we are musicians, it is important to take some time to hearing some of our very accomplished union siblings perform! This group performed last night at the end of day one, and they were incredible!

06/19/2026

As we observe Juneteenth, we pledge to create a Federation where all members feel included, secure, and truly empowered.

06/18/2026

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