I am by no means a professional player. However, I do on occassions play my Tyros locally at some of the retirement and residential homes. More often than not I play for pleasure and do not charge a fee. I have been asked on a few occassions if I could be booked and asked what I would charge.
Can anyone help me with the legal implications of "gigging". For example: Do I need to be a member of the musicians union? Does the premises need a PRS licence if a private venue? Will my equipment need annual PAT testing? What insurances etc would I need to take out?
I am sure these are all straightforward, basic questions for all the hardened giggers out there. But as I mainly do this all for the community I don't want to fall the wrong side of any legalities. Thanks in advance boys & girls.
p.s the forums all seem a little quiet this week! Is everyone preparing for Christmas? Phil.
