gigs

i want to start doin gigs around my city and i was just wondering how much you get paid for doin gigs in bars and places that have bands or just single people play?

thanks,
Joe

If you are good enough to get paid just starting out, more power to you. We played for free or tips for almost a year. Your pay is mostly determined where you play. In my area here in the land of enchantment. you can make from $75 to $100 playin in bars if it is a well attended type of place. This is for a well established band with somewhat of a following. Private parties can sometimes pay lots more. Festivals don't pay that well but it's a great way to establish yourself. If you are serious about playing; agents are worth their 15% if they can at least keep you busy on weekends. Playing music for a living is very hard and not as much fun as you might think.