Music Performance Contract Template

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Get the legal protection you need as a performing musician with this 7-page, pre-written gig contract template.

This legally binding contract template, carefully crafted to suit the specific needs of classical musicians and music performers, includes all the necessary clauses to protect both you as the performer and the client or presenter: your obligations and the client's responsibilities, standards of performance, termination, payment schedule, overtime, late fees, performance requirements, cancellation policy, and more.

With this pre-written contract, you can:

Outline the terms of the specific agreement, including date, time, location, dress, equipment needs, and standard of performance
Communicate your preferred payment methods, payment schedule, and late fee policy
Describe your cancellation policy, including what happens if the event gets canceled due to weather
Cover your legal bases with clauses pertaining to liability, your status as an independent contractor, indemnification, how disputes will be handled, and more

You will get the following files:

DOCX (257KB)
PDF (1MB)

There are a lot of freelancer contract templates out there. But most don’t have the specific sections, clauses, and conditions you need for music performances and gigs.

So, I dug in and did the research (think Elle Woods in Legally Blonde), studied the necessary boilerplate clauses like Arbitration, Limitation of Liability, Governing Law, Severability, and Force Majeure, and even pulled a few clauses from the SEC database (i.e. public domain clauses written by licensed attorneys).

You don’t need to be a lawyer to write your own contracts.

This 7-page, pre-written Music Performance Contract Template is completely customizable so you can tailor it to each specific gig. Plus, putting everything in writing will always make you look professional, responsible, and organized (win, win).

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What's Included

A pre-written, 7-page contract template (.docx file) designed specifically for music performers and presenters. Inside, you'll find customizable sections and clauses detailing
- your obligations as the performer
- the client's responsibilities
- standards of performance
- terms and termination
- payment information and schedule
- overtime policy
- late fee policy
- travel, expenses, and amenities
- performance requirements
- cancellation policy (including force majeure)
- indemnification
- limitation of liability
- general clauses that make your agreement legally binding
Instant access to an 11-page PDF resource guide with tips on getting started, how to use this template, recommended legal resources, and an annotated list of essential contract components.
Learn what you need to know to ensure that you’re legally protected in your creative work with these legal tools and resources.

Here's how it works:

When you purchase this template, you’ll get a PDF walk-through guide and an editable Word document (look for a link to access everything in your inbox).

Make a Copy

Make a copy of the Word file so you have the original and an editing copy. You can also copy/paste the entire contract into a Google Doc if you prefer to use that tool.

Edit & Customize

You can start customizing right away. Most of the text can (and should) be left as is. Look for highlighted sections throughout the document to add in your details and customize the agreement to the specific gig.

Disclaimer

This legal template is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. We are not attorneys and this should not be construed as legal advice. The information provided is not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

Before taking any actions based upon such information, we encourage you to consult with the appropriate professionals. THE USE OF OR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS RESOURCE IS SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK.

FAQs

I created this music performance contract template for any performing musician. The sections are organized with classical musicians in mind, but it's fully customizable and can easily be tailored to you and your situation. I included some sample content that references different types of music performances and gigs to give you some ideas for how to customize it.
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