Booking & production
Set the price of a gig
Define a fair, professional fee without underselling yourself.
5 min read
Last updated: January 15, 2025
How to set the price of a gig
Find the right fee without underselling yourself.
Setting a fair fee is one of the hardest decisions for musicians.
Too low → you lose credibility.
Too high → you get fewer bookings.
Here’s a simple, realistic method — and how BandCopilot helps you justify your price professionally.
🎯 1. Evaluate your level and your context
Your fee depends on:
- your live experience
- your lineup (solo / duo / full band)
- the equipment you bring
- travel distance
- set duration
📊 2. Use a fee range, not a fixed price
More professional, less risky:
👉 €250–€450 depending on set length, format, and travel.
🎟️ 3. Research local rates
Check rates from:
- bands at your level
- similar styles
- projects in your area
🧾 4. Prepare a clean justification
A booker accepts a price more easily when the value is clear:
- preparation
- rehearsals
- technical needs
- travel
- group expenses
👉 BandCopilot reinforces your legitimacy
A clean presskit + clear identity + real live video = credible project → credible price.
🚀 Conclusion
Setting your price is about balancing perceived value and real effort.
With BandCopilot, your professional presskit instantly increases the legitimacy of your fee.
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