I do about 20 to 25 hours of lessons every week, with students ranging in age from 9 to retirement, and at all levels of skill/ability. I probably spend another 10 hours or so scheduling, preparing lessons, photocopying, writing, researching, and whatever else I have to do to keep the business running. I give myself two months off for summer holidays during which I play more, and search for and develop new lesson materials.

Promotion for the lesson business consists of a single sign in one (the only) local music store. I used to donate lessons to silent auctions, send out letters to organizations, advertise in schools and so on, but since word of mouth (referrals) keeps me very busy I don't bother with that stuff anymore. However, the waiting list demands alot of telephone time, none of which is paid of course, and few people from the list become students since I've had very little attrition these last two years.

I could go full-time I suppose, but my other day job gives me pension and benefit plans, absolutely no stress, and demands only 20 hours per week.

I do very little booking/organizing for my performing groups (2 duos and a larger band) so other than practices there's no significant time spent there.

Being a visible performing musician helps my teaching business as much as anything. A few business cards pay for themselves instantly.

Peace, Mooh.