What is a Musical Performance?
A musical performance is an act that features sound and/or a recording of audio, which can be a live performance on stage or done within a computer. In order for sound to be recorded and have the correct tone and pitch, there are many elements that go into a musical performance than just the performer, such as audio engineers, lighting technicians, crew members, and much more. All these details should be listed neatly and clearly on an invoice when it comes time to billing to be paid. Use this invoice for the following services related to musical performance:
- Gig (at a bar, concert, etc.)
- Mixing and Mastering
- Voice Overs
- Producing
- Song Writing
- Sound Effects
- Event Setup
Musical Performer Salary & Hourly Rate ($/hr)
- Salary: $51,000/yr (source: Payscale)
- Hourly rate: $41.46/hr (source: BLS) See this guide for an expanded list of salaries for various jobs related to music.