Zuki,

I think your are right on. In my area I play at two places that charge residents up to $7000.00 monthly - I get paid very well at these venues. I also have a place that you would never get me to live in - but those folks are about my most appreciative crowd. They appreciate anything being done for them.

I am a little different than most folks on this forum in that I am retired and don't make my living anymore playing music - started playing again to have something to do. Yes, I charge - and I get paid well - but there are times when I also take less if the circumstances warrant it. Besides, I probably have more fun at my gigs than does the audience.

I guess it is all a matter if perspective - when I was in my prime (30 years ago) and playing studio gigs, all the big shows in town, and symphony work that was a different matter. Now - it is just a lot of fun - and I get paid too! Can't beat that.

Hammer