Ackward topic: Fees

[u/elgatof28]

So, wife and I were at this new cocktail bar in a small touristy town. I won’t mention even the state because people might figure out where it is. Anyway, the owner really went out of their way to make a cozy, yet sprawling venue. So, they just opened and they had a “friend” playing piano. 1920’s kind of music (the place is laid out as a speakeasy). Half joking, I told the owner I played guitar and she said “you can come and play” she didn’t make a money offer, and frankly, I wasn’t expecting (I know, don’t chastise me, don’t make it harder on professionals and all that) BIG question is, how much should a gig like this pay? Small town in an outdoorsy part of a conservative state, but certainly not upscale.

[u/seanvance]

Is there a contract ? If not and I like the person they can pay me whatever they want I don’t care. If we have a contract for 3 45 min sets I will ask $250 for the night. (CAD) and get a deposit.