On November 3, AGMA officially notified the Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale (PBOC) management of its artists’ desire to unionize, with the hopes that the Company would respect their wishes and voluntarily recognize their union. Unfortunately, PBOC management rejected voluntary recognition. AGMA will be filing for an NLRB election on Monday. We will share more details as things progress. ICYMI: On November 3, AGMA announced that the artists of PBOC had signed cards to form a union. At the time, the organizing artists said, “Forming our union with AGMA will strengthen and enhance our working relationship with the management of PBOC. Building on the successes of the past 28 years, we are committed to supporting th... Read More -->

The Mid & South Atlantic Area will hold its annual membership meeting virtually – over Zoom – on Sunday, November 19, at 8:00 p.m. ET. Members of the Area were sent a reminder email earlier today with more information and a link to register. Area meetings are an opportunity for AGMA members to come together with other local members to meet, connect, and discuss common issues. ... Read More -->

The latest issue of AGMAzine has won a Gold MarCom Award. This marks the third consecutive year AGMAzine received a Gold MarCom Award. The MarCom Awards, one of the most respected competitions in the marketing and communications industry, showcases outstanding work in various categories. The Gold MarCom Award signifies excellence in the field of communications and marketing. There were over 7,000 entries from throughout the United States, Canada, and 47 other countries. Approximately 20% were Gold Winners.  “Receiving this award for the third year underscores AGMA’s commitment to producing high-quality, engaging content for our members and the industry as a whole,” said Alicia Cook, AGMA’s Director of C... Read More -->

The California-based Singers of Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale(PBOC) have signed cards to form a union and join the American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA). "Unionizing is increasingly recognized by performing artists as the key to securing safety, equity, and sustainability within their industries,” said Griff Braun, AGMA’s National Organizing Director. “AGMA wholeheartedly supports the PBOC artists who are making this courageous decision and will stand beside them every step of the way.” Since its formation in 1995, the Chorale has brought performances of great musical finesse, finely-honed stylistic vocalism, and enormous vitality to audiences in the Bay Area and beyond. The Artists of the Chorale h... Read More -->

The Northwest Area will hold its annual membership meeting virtually – over Zoom – on Tuesday, November 28, at 7:00 p.m. PT. Members of the Area were sent an email earlier today with more information and a link to register. Area meetings are an opportunity for AGMA members to come together with other local members to meet, connect, and discuss common issues. ... Read More -->

Today is World Ballet Day! Today we celebrate the exceptional AGMA Artists who define and shape the very essence of ballet. Our dedicated members are the guardians of ballet. Through their unwavering commitment and the surge in their unionizing efforts, they are not only preserving the traditions of ballet but also fostering a more inclusive and sustainable future for this art form. It is an honor to celebrate our members today!  ... Read More -->