Chairman
The Chairman has oversight of all the other roles, and liaises with all other committee members.
- Lead committee meetings, ensuring that everyone has a chance to speak, helping to guide the committee to focus on a specific issue, ensuring that decisions are agreed (sometimes by a vote), making clear who is going to do what, and avoiding general chat until the end of the meeting.
- Consult and agree with Treasurer any expenditure over £100 (and confirming this via committee meeting minutes).
- Give out messages / information at rehearsals and via email.
- Formally invite new players to become paid-up members after a trial period and consideration by the committee.
- Make sure other committee members are carrying out their roles and get any support they need.
- Encourage all band members to help out with setting up and packing away (and generally getting involved!).
- Talk to individuals if there are any problems, e.g. concerns about attendance.
- Ensure that all band members are aware of band policies (e.g. Child Protection Policy).
- Ensure the MD is supported and not taking on too many tasks, allowing them to focus on the music.
- Take on other roles as required.