It seems the consensus is the host should get paid. The session I started ran for over a year but it was only twice a month so it wasnt a huge commitment on the other hand, when I took a week off and not enough people showed up, I was annoyed by the pub owner messages on my machine asking if theres a session on or what, since I was paid diddly squat. Although later the guitarist and I were paid, but it changed I do attend other peoples sessions and I dont expect anything (though the beer discount or food is nice) but mainly for the love of the music. On the other hand if I have to be there, I wont do it for nothing. Ive done the 2 hour solo concert as well, its hard work. It would be nice to have a regular crowd just show up each time but often does that happen, someone has to start it. Also Isnt it a disservice to those who try to make a living from music. Im most curious on what the tradition is in Ireland. Pardon my ignorance, whats a sarnie?