The unions provide emergency insurance for instruments and equipment, something that a lot of regular insurance companies won't touch. It's a valuable service, and the musicians I know would be willing to skimp a little on their royalties if it meant giving the union a few more pennies.
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The unions provide emergency insurance for instruments and equipment, something that a lot of regular insurance companies won't touch. It's a valuable service, and the musicians I know would be willing to skimp a little on their royalties if it meant giving the union a few more pennies.