Ron, To directly give you my answer, of why I charge for pitch raises: 1. My ETD cost big bucks. It makes it easier to do the dreaded job of pitchraising and makes me a much less grumpy person. (No more yelling at the kids, kicking the dog, etc.) <that's intended as a joke folks, so no comments about the dog. ok?) 2. It costs big bucks to attend the conventions and keep on the leading edge of our industry. I should reap these benefits, directly, even though my customers also benefit. 3. In the first years of my career, it bothered me that I was charging the same price for a conscientious, regular client, as the smuck that only tunes his Pianer once every 10 years, wether it needs it or not. IMHO, the "smuck" should pay more! regards, Joe Garrett
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