FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My base rate is $250 / hour for background or mixed-use music. I usually request a minimum booking time of 2 hours, though this can be waived under certain circumstances. Setup & breakdown time is INCLUDED (free). My amplification kit is INCLUDED (free). Discounts: For very short events, discounts are available. For multiple event bookings, I offer 10%-20% discounts depending on value and frequency. Large discounts available for charitable, non-profit, and educational events. Other discounts can be negotiated. Extras: Driving more than 15 miles from my studio: $0.655/mile. Private concerts: +$100 / hour (where my music lies at the center of your event.) Interactive concerts: +$150 / hour (this format requires extra preparation.) Specific song requests: $50-$200 per event depending on complexity. Gear rental: Use my amp + mic to amplify yourself for a speech, wedding, etc. for $50/hour. Attending rehearsals billed at the same rate as performances.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
For performances: we hop on a quick call to discuss date, time, performance length, budget, and your requirements, such as style, instruments, etc. If you prefer, we can also discuss everything via text instead. For lessons: We will begin by scheduling an introductory meeting, either via video call or in-person. This will allow me to better understand your goals in music and craft a plan for your specific needs. If you book a lesson with me, the introductory meeting and the first lesson are both included in the price.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Six university degrees, including two doctoral-level degrees. In reverse order: 1) Doctor of Musical Arts, University of Southern California, Thornton School of Music, Los Angeles, CA (2022) 2) Advanced Diploma (post-master's), Royal Academy of Music, London, UK (2017) 3) Konzertexamen (Highest German performance degree), Robert Schumann University Düsseldorf, Germany (2017) 4) Master of Arts in Music, Royal Academy of Music, London, UK (2015) 5) Master of Music, Robert Schumann University Düsseldorf, Germany (2015) 6) Bachelor of Music, Robert Schumann University Düsseldorf, Germany (2013) As Head of Guitar at tonebase (the world's best online music education platform, a multi-million dollar venture-backed startup), I produced 60+ high-quality lessons and hosted 150+ educational livestreams with the world's most inspiring artists. I have been awarded over 100 music awards and I have performed in 50+ masterclasses in festivals around the world.