Posted by Carroll on March 24, 2003 at 09:00:54:
In Reply to: Accompanist Payment Issue Advice Neede posted by Matt A on March 24, 2003 at 07:56:26:
This is tough. Talk to your teacher about this because he/she probably has a longer term relationship with the accompanist than you do. People really do not like to pay superior fees for inferior work, but she did spend the time with you (and time is what most of us get paid for). When you contracted her, did you agree to a fee for the entire job (rehearsals and concert) or did you agree on an hourly fee? If it was the latter, I am afraid you owe her. Since you rehearsed additional time after the agreed $135, you should pay her.
Also consider that this is your JUNIOR recital... you may need her again. Be sure to get her the music in plenty of time and remind her of the upcoming first rehearsal.
Good luck.