48. "Thanks! Yeah it's always been a goal to do this without touring..." In response to In response to 46
I've got friends that are on the road touring for artists and it's rough...completely away from family, plus the $$$ isn't consistent because when they are off tour it's tough to get local work since they haven't been building those relationships. The divorce rate among touring musicians is crazy too...it's basically a military spouse type situation.
Staying local isn't as glamorous but the $$$ is more consistent and while I'm working most evenings/weekends I'd still be able to do stuff with my son at school and help out around the house through the week.
I doubt I could do consulting in IT. My degree was in music, and all my experience has come from being with one company for eight years and is pretty specialized. I could get a job from another company but I don't know enough general info to consult.