The music biz is tough but fulfilling, and there are certain universal truths accepted by musicians who are in it for the long haul. And let's face it – some aren't so positive. For those dedicated few, however, it's all worth it for the sake of their art.
An average busker's income: probably not minimum wage.
Time to start a Kickstarter to cover your next meal.
Hopefully it'll look something like this someday in the near future.
You can never have too much rehearsal time!
Don't expect your parents to "get it" until you buy them a house.
This could be either a good or a bad thing depending on how badly you need a place to live.
And you'll have to grimace through it for the sake of professionalism.
People need music. You make music. People need you.
Dylan Welsh, a native of Seattle, Washington, grew up cutting his teeth in various club bands around the Northwest. Seeking a more diverse and challenging environment, he attended Berklee College of Music with hopes of gaining new perspectives and finding his own voice. Though music is what he does best, writing and journalism are other passions that he has kindled throughout his academic life.
