Biil from Dayton says - "Why don't they have a string quartet come in every week? How about a harpist or a strolling operatic singer. Boy, that would have them running through walls, wouldn't it? Nothing says "happy hour" like a guy and a dulcimer, lol... "

Wow, Bill. I think those are some great ideas, to a certain extent. I'm sure a NH budget can't afford a string quartet, but a harpist or a strolling musician might work. I'm not knockin' your post, just reinforcing what else you said, "There is no ONE THING that only matters. Quality, professionalism, variety, and an ability to relate on a genuine level to these audiences is what, over time usually spells success. "

I also agree with the idea of not repeating yourself too often. My audiences know that when I play I will have something different for them along with the rest of my great repertoire.