Music has always been my number one interest. I have a few guitars and have sat in on some friends’ practice sessions but haven’t yet summoned the guts or skill to play any gigs with them. I enjoy and house bands whenever I go out though, and always try to throw some money in the tip jar.
I have a few questions, and since my friend’s band has only had a few gigs I thought I’d get better answers here.
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What is the usual way an average regular house rock band gets paid? Percentage of the door? Set fee? Tips and free drinks?
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What amount do you usually tip? Minimum one dollar per band member? $5 per requested song played? $5 per set played?
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Are there tipping faux pas that annoy you musician dopers?
Looking forward to answers.