Founded in 1902, the Poughkeepsie Professional Musicians Association is the oldest artists service organization in the county. Local 238-291 has more than two hundred members representing musicians of all backgrounds and musical styles. Their members include the entire personnel of the Hudson Valley Philharmonic, faculty at area colleges, and many of the area's music teachers and band directors. Their active membership also includes members of some of the area's top pop, rock, Latin, and alternative bands as well as the finest classical and jazz musicians. They record music, play at various venues, and teach both publicly and privately in our community. Within the community, the Local is visible from it's promotion and sponsorship of concerts through the Music Performance Trust Fund. This fund provides matching funds to hire musicians for community and educational performances. Many of the free concerts presented in various town parks are made possible by the trust fund. The trust fund also provides scholarships for high school and college age music students. This year the Local 238-291 will award $2,000 in scholarships.

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