NYC Jazz Musicians Hang

New York, NY, US

848 members · Public group

Organized by Alice Kim

What we’re about

This is a hang for jazz musicians who want to take their playing to the next level in a supportive environment of like-minded peers.

Jazz is community music. If you want to get good at it, you need to get out and play with others!

Not finding many outlets to gain this valuable experience, I created this group for us to help each other grow our skills.

The main focus is on jam sessions, but we'll also get together for live shows, or just hang out and share our love for jazz.

Looking forward to playing with you!

~ Alice

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Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 3:00 PM ESTNovember Sessions – "Pensive Moments" 🎶
Michiko Rehearsal Studios, New York, NY
$29.00
Join us for jazz!

ROOM: STUDIO 2

TUNES: This month, we'll work on 5 tunes listed below.

CHARTS: Any tune that isn't in The Real Book Vol 1 - 6th Edition has a Dropbox link for you to download the lead sheet (for C instruments).

• I Thought About You (F)
Download lead sheet here. (From Real Book 2, 2nd Ed)

• Meditation (Meditação) (C)

• The Very Thought of You (Ab)
Download lead sheet here. (From Real Book 3, 2nd Ed)

• Pensativa (Gb) – [2 PAGES]
Download lead sheet here. (From Real Book 1, "Bootleg" 5th Ed)

• Contemplation (Cm)

INSTRUMENTS/PLAYERS LIMIT:

Before signing up, please check the attendees list below to make sure there's a spot available for your instrument.

- LIMIT: 1 piano, 2 guitars, 2 clarinets, 1 bass, 1 drums

- NO LIMIT for any other players (up to session limit of 8 players total)

NOTE TO ELECTRIC GUITARISTS & BASSISTS: Please bring your own cable. Amps are provided unless you want to bring your own.

NOTE TO VOCALISTS: This is an instrumentalists group. Vocalists are welcome, but only if you can sing in the key indicated next to each tune on the above list.

IF YOU'RE COMING LATE:

1. Leave a comment below so we know to start without you.

2. When you arrive and hear us in the middle of a tune, please wait outside until we finish. Enter when we're between tunes to avoid disruption. Thanks!

REFUND POLICY:

Please double-check your calendar before signing up, as there is NO REFUND given unless the session is canceled. We rely on everyone's commitment to cover the studio cost in advance so we can secure the room. Thank you for your understanding.

ATTENDEES
• Clarinet – Marty
• Clarinet – Jon
• Trumpet – David
• Guitar – John
• Guitar – Chris
• Piano – Alice
• Bass – Mark
• Drums – Mark

AFTER THE JAM: Stay for a post-jam hang!
8 attendees+3
Not open
Sun, Dec 1, 2024, 3:00 PM ESTDecember Sessions – "Witchcraft" 🌚🎶
Michiko Rehearsal Studios, New York, NY
$29.00
Join us for jazz!
[SPOT OPEN for DRUMMER ONLY]

ROOM: STUDIO 2

TUNES: This month, we'll work on 5 tunes listed below.

CHARTS: Any tune that isn't in The Real Book Vol 1 - 6th Edition has a Dropbox link for you to download the lead sheet (for C instruments).

• Witchcraft (F)
Download lead sheet here. (From Real Book 3, 2nd Ed)

• You Do Something to Me (Eb)
Download lead sheet here. (From Real Book 3, 1st Ed)

• JuJu (Free harmony)

• Bewitched (Bothered, and Bewildered) (C)

• Old Devil Moon (F)
Download lead sheet here. (From Real Book 2, 2nd Ed)

INSTRUMENTS/PLAYERS LIMIT:

Before signing up, please check the attendees list below to make sure there's a spot available for your instrument.

- LIMIT: 2 pianos, 2 guitars, 2 clarinets, 1 bass, 1 drums

- NO LIMIT for any other players (up to session limit of 8 players total)

NOTE TO ELECTRIC GUITARISTS & BASSISTS: Please bring your own cable. Amps are provided unless you want to bring your own.

NOTE TO VOCALISTS: This is an instrumentalists group. Vocalists are welcome, but only if you can sing in the key indicated next to each tune on the above list.

IF YOU'RE COMING LATE:

1. Leave a comment below so we know to start without you.

2. When you arrive and hear us in the middle of a tune, please wait outside until we finish. Enter when we're between tunes to avoid disruption. Thanks!

REFUND POLICY:

Please double-check your calendar before signing up, as there is NO REFUND given unless the session is canceled. We rely on everyone's commitment to cover the studio cost in advance so we can secure the room. Thank you for your understanding.

ATTENDEES
• Clarinet/Tenor Sax – Michael
• Alto Sax – Ken
• Tenor Sax – Ron
• Guitar – John
• Piano – Alex
• Piano – Alice
• Bass – Will
• Drums – [Message Alice to SIGN UP]

AFTER THE JAM: Stay for a post-jam hang!
7 attendees+2
Not open
Sat, Dec 7, 2024, 4:00 PM ESTHoliday Jam & 8th Anniversary Party! 🎉 🎊🥂(BYOB & Potluck)
Michiko Rehearsal Studios, New York, NY
$35.00
Let's swing out the year with a BIG 'OLE JAM PARTY!

You're cordially invited to a special extended Jam Session + Anniversary Celebration + Holiday Social Extravaganza! 🥳🍾🥳

I started this group on December 7, 2016, as a total jazz newb hoping I'd be lucky to connect with a few people to learn jazz with. I pinch myself to see how we've grown into a thriving, robust, and vibrant jazz musicians community — THANK YOU for traveling this journey with me. 🙏

Obviously, a BIG CELEBRATION is in order.

It's gonna be a festive FIVE HOURS of jazzing while hanging with friends, family, and musician friends over food and drinks.

Here's how it works:

• BYOB & POTLUCK: Please bring something festive to eat and drink!

Plates, cups, forks, and napkins will be provided.

Food: "Cocktail Hour" grub that's fun and easy to eat with fingers would be best (e.g., cut cheese, cold cuts, mini pizzas, bruschetta, crudité with dip, pigs in a blanket, chicken wings/nuggets, mini cupcakes, holiday cookies, etc).

Drink: Something like a bottle of red wine or spirit that doesn't require ice or refrigeration would be ideal. If you bring beer or white/rosé wine, make sure it's well-chilled so it stays cool longer. And, of course, if you don't partake, please bring a fun, non-boozy libation.

• ATTENDANCE:
Come when you want and stay however long you wish.

Your family and friends are welcome at no extra charge. Just tell them to show up! 💃🏻🪩🕺

If you're new to jazz and have been shy about jamming, this is a great chance to come for a vibe check and meet other players. And DO bring your instrument in case you want to play after some liquid courage! 😉

• EQUIPMENT: Like our regular jams at Michiko, a grand piano, drum kit, amps, mics, and music stands are provided. Just bring your axe (plus cables for guitarists and electric bassists).

• PLAYER LIMIT: 8 players max on the bandstand, with no more than two guitars (you know the drill!)

• TUNES: We'll take turns calling tunes.
Please pick familiar standards that are accessible for all levels so that everyone can relax and have fun playing.

• JAM SESSION ETIQUETTE:
Although we take pride as the friendliest, most courteous jamming group ever, I'm still reminding everyone to be aware of letting all players have their fair share of the bandstand.

I suggest everyone play two tunes per turn, then take a break for refreshments and mingling while other players sit in until it's your turn again.

Solos: Depending on the number of players and the tune type/length, I suggest 1-2 choruses per solo to manage the time so we can keep moving and play more tunes.

That's about it. Leave any questions or comments below.

Looking forward to celebrating with you!

Love & Cheers,
Alice
14 attendees+9

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Sun, Nov 3, 2024, 2:30 PM ESTNovember Sessions – "Pensive Moments" 🎶
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$29.00
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