Nashville Musicians Association |

COVID 19

Donate to the Crisis Assistance Fund for musicians who are dealing with the COVID 19 crisis. Plus links and resources.

Live Music

One reason we're Music City is this: Live music abounds! Bluegrass, country, jazz, classical, rock & roll! We have it all. Browse a sampling on our Gig Calendar, and get ready to groove!

Live Music

Read our magazine

Read our quarterly magazine online at issuu.com! Our magazines feature the latest Local 257 news, member features, reviews and much more!

Read our magazine online!

Join us!

Our professional musicians cover the gamut, from superstars to professors and orchestra members; session and touring players.

Join us!

Hall of Fame

As a member of the American Federation of Musicians, you are eligible to nominate up to 10 musicians, two producers, two arrangers and two engineers.

Hall of Fame

Carry-on Law

After years of effort by the AFM, the new carry-on law is in effect. Click here for a downloadable guide.

Carry-on Law Finalized

Nashville Cats

Eddie Bayers’ rhythmic skills have been heard on over 150 gold and platinum records. As one of Nashville’s first-call drummers, he's worked with many of the most successful and influential artists in Nashville.