I have 20 years of playing experience, playing rock with a bit of jazz,
classical, funk, blues, and folk mixed in. I read music (notes and/or
chord charts), improvise, and can write tasteful/tasty parts. I have
pro gear and transportation, can sing lead and harmony vocals, and
double on acoustic rhythm guitar.
I'm organized and I do my homework. I expect the same from the projects
on which I work. I just need charts and/or reference CDs, and
information about the date, time, location, and pay for the gig or
session. I'll show up to the rehearsal/gig, knowing the tunes and ready
to play.
My ideal situations are either subbing in a well-organized jobbing/cover
band or studio/guest appearances with a fascinating and utterly unique
original band with amazing players, or some reasonable combination
thereof. For original bands, I'm especially interested in musically
challenging and progressive projects, and/or projects that challenge me
to play in styles in which I haven't done much work.
Recording:
Per-song rate: $100/song and liner-note credit
Per-hour rate: $40/hr and liner-note credit, 2-hour minimum
Block rate: $100 for 4 hours and liner-note credit, my home studio
only
Live:
$100-150/gig minimum for Chicago-area covers bar gigs
$200+/gig for Chicago-area corporate/private events
$50/gig for Chicago (in-city) 1-set (45-60 minutes) original music gigs.
Per-song and per-gig rates include one (1) rehearsal and/or my own
practice time. Additional rehearsals are at hourly/block rates.