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*** ANNOUNCEMENT: There will be a limit set of performers of each Instrument (including Voice) per meetup. No more than 4 for each jam session. Instrument Categories are: Piano, Horns (all types), Guitar, Vocals.
So if the number is exceeded, performance will be on a first come, first served basis using the RSVP here as log. This will maximize enjoyment for all that participate.
Drums and Bass are handled by the house band, so in this case, only 1 additional player will be allowed per meetup.
So sign up early to guarantee your spot (and remove your name promptly if you're not coming).
Everyone else can come anyway to watch and support the others.
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Show up and have some fun!
The routine: Sign up for Jams on the sheet and we'll call everyone by group. instruments will be limited per set so we don't have 10 horns or 10 guitars on a tune.
Each group gets to play 2 tunes in a Set. Please discuss intro/endings/tempo/style ahead of time to avoid restarts.
Vocalists get to sing one tune per set. Always bring music in your key. Although note that horns may need to transpose so complex arrangements may not work.
Other than that, the group decides what to play (well, hopefully it's Jazz). And if you call a tune, better know how to play the head :)
All levels welcome.
To improve your experience, if you're new, just watch first so you understand the interaction. Maybe you don't sit in till the next jam. There's a list of common tunes up top. A little preparation on some frequently called tunes will save the day.
Roberto
Gene, any communication is always good. And don't all be so quick to agree to play a tune if you think it is too difficult or obscure. This is not a "cut down" contest. :) Waltz for Debby was a little crazy if you've never played it before. LOL.
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I agree with Curtis' comment - that's a great idea! Can we request songs when we RSVP? It might also be good to list a key of preference as long as we're at it.