A few useful spreadsheets 📊 for musicians, including portfolio career planning, commission fees, student loans, and gig fees. Make a copy of the spreadsheet to edit.
Disclaimer: These materials should not be considered financial advice.
Portfolio Career: Income Stream Planning
Thinking about a portfolio career as a musician?
Use this spreadsheet to explore the details of multiple income streams and find the right “mix” for your portfolio career.
Commission Fee Calculator
Wonder what you should charge or expect to pay for a new piece of music?
Use this spreadsheet to “dial in” and start a conversation about commissioning fees. Compiled from various sources.
Student Loan Calculator
Before taking out a loan, consider – and plan for – the additional cost of interest.
Use this spreadsheet to calculate how much interest your loan is accruing each day/month/year. Consider paying down the interest while still in school to avoid interest capitalization.
Gig Fee Calculator
A great spreadsheet from Bret Pimentel that gives a clear breakdown of what to charge for your services.
“Think carefully about what your time and skills are worth, and expect to be paid in a way that is fair to both you and your employers.”