Practical tips, tools, and insights for working musicians — whether you play bars and breweries, DJ events, teach lessons, or perform at weddings.
There’s a science to maximizing tips at gigs. I’ve been performing professionally for more than 20 years, and after a lot of trial and error, I’ve learned which things actually make the biggest difference. These are the strategies I use myself. If tipping is part of your gigs, follow these steps and don’t leave money on the table.