About us
Wandering Bards is a music community in Salt Lake City where adults learn music, play real songs, try playing in a band, and find people to make music with.
I started Wandering Bards because I wanted music back in my life, and I wanted to find my people. So I decided to put those two things together and create a place where other creative adults in Salt Lake could do the same.
Maybe you’ve always wanted to learn guitar. Maybe you used to play and life got in the way. Maybe you want to sing, play bass, dabble on keys, write songs, or just want more musical people in your life. Whatever it is, starting as an adult can feel awkward and intimidating. I want Wandering Bards to make that first step easier.
Total beginners, rusty former musicians, nervous singers, curious guitarists, and experienced players looking for community are all welcome.
Some events are beginner-friendly classes. Some are casual music gatherings. Some are first steps into playing in a coached band. I label events by experience level so you can quickly figure out what feels right for you. Most instructional events are paid, with the price clearly listed on the event page.
Wandering Bards is ultimately about helping adults move from “I’ve always wanted to do this” to actually learning, rehearsing, and performing with other people.
I also use a light fantasy theme because I’m a nerd and because learning music should feel more like an adventure than homework. You don’t need an elven cloak to belong here. But if you already own one, wear it!
No pressure. No auditions. No need to be impressive. Just come check out an event and take the next step.
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Finding Wandering Bards
Most events are currently held at my studio inside Terra Diamond, a working warehouse/business owned by a friend of mine. Wandering Bards has a studio space upstairs inside the building.
Your Maps app may drop you at the back of the building, where you’ll see a very large “Terra Diamond” sign. That’s the loading area, not the entrance. Drive around to the other side and you’ll find the parking lot and front entrance, marked by a much smaller “Terra Diamond” sign.
And yes, from the outside it has a little “Am I definitely in the right place?” energy.
You are. 😄
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Ready for more structure?
Wandering Bards also offers private lessons and a coached band program for adults who want to grow as musicians and play regularly with other people.
Learn more at wanderingbards.com, or text me at 385-313-8344 and say, “Hey Mike, I’m interested but not sure where to start.”
I’ll help you figure out the next step.
Upcoming events
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Past events
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