[Dixielandjazz] Musicians As Private Contractors

[Gluetje1 at aol.com]

Interesting.  I have no direct experience, but have long  been  told that 
in St. Louis the local musicians union primarily serves members or  adjunct 
members of the St. Louis Symphony.  I do know (if I can trust local  news at 
all) that the only musician and union items that make the news are  always 
in regard to the symphony.  Many other area professional musicians  have said 
to me that the perceive little to no benefit will come to them from  
membership.
 
Ginny
 
 
In a message dated 12/31/2011 10:52:07 P.M. Central Standard Time,  
rsr at ringwald.com writes:

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2011/12/30/labor-board-rules-local-symphony-
musicians-can-join-union/?test=latestnews#section-content

--Bob  Ringwald