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How much should you charge for solo gigs in the north of England?

June 18, 2022 — 1 Comment

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Mike Kneafsey

Pro musician, guitar tutor, songwriter, freelance writer, and online TEFL/TESOL teacher. Full-time since 2005. Originally graduated in Sociology, trained and worked as a local journalist, also trained social researcher before working in FE teaching and environmental education.

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