Musician wages in Thailand

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Member since 05 October 2010

drewbarronMember05 October 2010 01:03:18

Hi,
I'm a semi retired musician moving shortly to Thailand for the winter. I might do a few gigs while I'm there but I don't know how much to charge. I don't want to insult anyone. Any advice?
Cheers Drew

JWilliamson Serial expat

Member since 01 June 2010

to win a fight you got to be ready to get hit

JWilliamsonSerial expat05 October 2010 07:41:45

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Beer, cigs and chips? JW

ndefontenay Active member

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ndefontenayActive member05 October 2010 09:39:02

Hi,

it depends of a bunch of things. How big the band? Do you bring your own stuff or is there some material out there already?

I don't think the pay is pretty big. My guess would be probably 1000 baht for an hour, if you have to drive etc... If you're really good and unique you can double that. At that point it depends on the musician!

drewbarron Member

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drewbarronMember05 October 2010 12:25:56

Thanks for the tips.

Straydog Serial expat

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StraydogSerial expat06 October 2010 15:01:22

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Without a work permit you better be careful.

drewbarron Member

Member since 05 October 2010

drewbarronMember06 October 2010 18:26:24

I'm with you on the permit. I don't need the hassle.

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