Lincoln’s Ensemble Directory
Find Lincoln’s Ensembles
Browse Lincoln's professional ensembles — from jazz groups to string quartets and big bands. Every group listed is a union member of Local 463.
For the PublicThe Hiring Guide
Everything you need to know before booking live music for your event
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If you want the energy, excitement and emotion that will make your party absolutely perfect, then live music is your only real choice.
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Whether you want Top 40, rock, country, adult contemporary, big band, jazz, classical, ethnic music, or a blend of styles, Local 463-American Federation of Musicians-has the right band for you. Please check our Referral Page or call (402) 474-3868 for information.
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As soon as possible. Many bands and solo performers are booked a year in advance of actual performance dates.
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Simply contact the leader of the group at the connect button on their profile. You will directly email the leader of the group this way and they will tell you everything you need to know about the group's availability.
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If the band you select is already booked, the Local will recommend several suitable alternatives. There are really no "second choices."
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The cost varies depending on the group that you select. The amount will depend on the size of the group, the length of the performance, the occasion, and the group's popularity.
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Yes. By contacting the leader, you'll be advised of locations and times the group is performing. Some of our members also have recordings available on their websites.
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Sign an AFM contract, which will be furnished by the group's leader. Both you and the leader must sign the contract to make it binding. An AFM contract is your guarantee that you'll get the band you have selected on the date and time you have specified. Once this document is signed, the group is obligated to honor the contract--and so is the purchaser.
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A cancellation clause that allows the purchaser to cancel the engagement with sufficient advance notice (agreed upon you and the artist) may be appended to any AFM contract. This way, you won't get "stuck"--and neither will the artists.
How it worksFind and Contact Musicians in Three Steps:
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Browse or Search
Filter by instrument, ensemble type, or teaching specialty to narrow down the directory to exactly who you need.
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Review Profiles
Each listing includes a full profile, contact information, and links to union guidelines so you know what to expect.
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Reach Out Directly
Contact the musician or teacher directly to discuss your needs, availability, and booking details.
The Directory
Lincoln Ensembles
Every musician in this directory is a member of Lincoln Musicians Association Local 463, affiliated with the American Federation of Musicians — chartered October 26, 1907. Hiring through this directory means working with professionals who uphold fair practices and union standards.