Santa Barbara Symphony Announces New Contract with AF of M Local 308

The Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra Association and the American Federation of Musicians, Local 308 are very pleased to announce that a new three year Collective Bargaining Agreement has been ratified, taking them through the 2015-16 season.

Several key concerns were addressed within the new agreement, including the negotiation of modest wage and travel increases commensurate with financial planning, while being reflective of the musician’s priorities. Important clarifications were also achieved regarding auditioning and hiring procedures, as well as calculations pertaining to overscale and doubling fees. While electronic media remains a significant topic of discussion both locally and nationally, an agreement was reached to allow more flexibility, while staying within the Union’s national policies.

“With many orchestras experiencing disruptions to their seasons and futures, we are proud to have come to a successful agreement such as this with good will and good spirit” said David Grossman, Executive Director of the Santa Barbara Symphony.