AMPband - Ask Dave!

Membership Questions

• How Do I Join AMPband?
  
  Joining us is easy and only takes a few minutes. You can start by selecting the number of members in your band here. If you need help then there's an advice page for joining here
• How much is it for membership?
  
  The easiest way to get a quote is to select how many members are in the band from this link. You will then be provided with an immediate quotation with no obligation.
• How quickly can I get Band Liability Insurance?
  
  By joining AMPband you will have your cover and PLI certificate (provided as part of membership) within minutes of registering. As soon as your payment is made you will find everything you need to either print off or save as a PDF within the AMPband Members Area
• Do Music Bands need Liability Insurance?
  
  Many venues now insist that any 3rd party contractors (such as bands, musicians, even window cleaners) who work at their premises have their own liability cover. If you cause damage to property or if your equipment injures a guest or member of staff, you could be liable. PLI covers you for these eventualities. As Band Public Liability Insurance is so cheap these days it's well worth having. read more...
• I Play in More Than One Band - Will the PLI Cover them All?
  
  Our PLI (provided free with membership) covers the named band and the members of it (as listed on the registration form). If you are also a member of a different band then I'm afraid the PLI wouldn't cover that one too. read more...
• We Use Different Names for Our Band - Will the PLI Cover them All?
  
  If it's the same line-up but you change the name at the request of an agent or venue then we can supply another PLI certficate with the alternative name(s). Simply get in touch by email after joining and we can help with this at no extra charge.
• Do you cover orchestras & instrumental groups?
• Do you cover musicians and music groups?
• We need to replace a band member (temp or permanent)
• I teach music and require a DBS Check - can you help?
• Does your public liability insurance cover me for teaching music?
• What is the period of membership?
  
  The period of membership to The Alliance of Musicians & Performers is for 12 months. At the end of that time you can choose to extend, cancel or simply not renew your membership.
• Can I phone you if I have a question?
  
  Yes you can - our phone lines are manned from lunchtime right through until late in the evening. You can reach us on 08456 805 247 and if it's outside these hours or the lines are busy just leave a message and we'll call you back (calls cost up to 4p per minute plus your phone company's access charge).
  
  You can also request a call-back by completing the form here.
• Can I pay for my membership over the phone?
  
  Yes you can - simply call us on 08456 805 247 with your card details (calls cost up to 4p per minute plus your phone company's access charge). If the lines are busy just leave your name and phone number and we'll call you back or you can request a call-back by completing the form here.
  
  We will handle your personal details with care and we are also registered with the Information Commissioner's Office under registration reference: ZA065005
• Can I cancel my membership?
  
  This is deemed a 'Business to Business (B2B)' transaction under the distance selling regulations. Refunds less an admin fee will only be made if the full PLI Documents have not been issued (in most cases these are issued immediately upon payment).
• Do you provide short term PLI or band insurance for one night?
  
  Our £10m Band Public Liability Insurance is provided as part of annual membership so unfortunately short term or one day insurance cover PLI is not available - you may find that insurance for one day (or for a weekend) is actually more expensive than our annual membership!
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Equipment Questions

• I'm Experiencing 'Drop-Out' & interference with my In Ear Monitor
• Is my equipment also insured under this policy?
  
  No. Band PLI only covers claims made against you in respect of damage to property and persons where you have used your equipment. Members of AMPband do receive a discount on equipment insurance through our broker (see price list here)

Performance Questions

• Organising an Acoustic Night or Jam Session
• Do Cover Bands need a Licence?
• Performing at Outside Events

Health & Safety Advice

• Health & Safety Advice for Bands
• Faulty Mains Plugs

Business Advice

• The Self Assessment Tax Return
• Increase Your Bookings
• Advice for Venues re PLI