Salt Lake City Music Meetup

Open mic...plug n play

Acoustic jam from 7:30 - 10:00. We play bluegrass, folk, country and some other styles. Wasatch Musician, 648 E Union Sq, Sandy, Utah 84070

Calling musicians, songwriters, poets...open mic, sign up at 5:30pm, music starts 6pm, 3 songs or 15 min, runs till 9pm.

This is a casual, friendly open mic at a popular neighborhood bar. Mostly acoustic music, but open to comedy or spoken word. 21+. No covers.

Please read the expectations below. You will probably find answers to your questions:

OPEN MIC EXPECTATIONS

Thanks for coming and welcome! We want performers, audience and staff to have an enjoyable experience. Please read the expectations below before you sign up:

1. SET UP/PLAY WITHIN YOUR ALLOTTED TIME:

2. Sets are 3 songs (15 min. maximum.) Host may extend sets as needed.

3. Use the two mics, two instrument cables, and speakers provided. If you have other equipment, Host may or may not be able to accommodate you.

4. Tune and be ready to go when it is your turn.

5. Due to past problems, the host will not lend his guitar.

6. No full drum kits. This is an acoustic open mic. Hand percussion is welcome.

7. We don’t provide backing tracks, equipment for playing backing tracks, or house musicians who play songs that you want to sing. Provide your own accompaniment.

8. CONSIDER YOUR AUDIENCE:

9. We aren’t limited to specific genres, but the overall “vibe” is folk, blues, country, soul, pop, etc.

10. Covers and originals are allowed.

11. Spoken word performances are allowed, but might not go over well at this open mic. Read the room.

12. If you play music that involves loud screaming, is long and repetitive, has lyrics that might be offensive to a reasonable person, or is noisy and “alternative,” please find an open mic that caters to your style.

13. Host will not let you play if you are intoxicated.

14. Avoid political speeches or religious preaching.

15. This is not a listening room, so patrons will visit with friends, etc. during your performance.

16. Treat staff with respect. Support the house by purchasing food or drink.

17. RESPECT OTHER PERFORMERS:

18. Refrain from jamming along with performers unless they invite you on stage. Don’t play loud audio or music on your phone during performances.

If you have additional questions, please ask the host.