What we’re about
The South Philly Acoustic Jam provides a common gathering place for neighborhood amateur musicians and vocalists. Our group is a dynamic adult learner community where amateur musicians build skills, learn from others and play any instrument at any skill level; and our vocalists share their talents with vocal execution and improvisational arts in a supportive group environment. We are not an open mic group - everyone can play, and anyone can sing.
We offer a friendly, no-judgment musical culture focused on building skills. We are supportive of ourselves and other participants in ways that promote group musicianship. This unique environment fosters musical growth, development, and the best conditions for adult learners to understand and appreciate music.
South Philly Jam in Community News: Queen Village QVNA Jam Article
We have an acoustic sound, and play classic Rock, Blues, Soul and Folk songs from curated song books. We welcome acoustic 6 or 12-string guitar, uke, electric bass, harmonica, percussion instruments, cajon, keyboards, and fiddle are all welcome. If your voice is your instrument, come and sing.
What should you bring to the Jam? An instrument if you play, and a capo if you play guitar. We provide music stands, chairs, and song books. South Philly Jam Song Books, years 2015-2019
Come early and help set up.
The South Philly branch of the Settlement Music School is hosting the Jam until the school closes for the summer. We meet on Thursday evenings from 6.30pm to 9pm in the main hall. We supply extensive songbooks of classic rock, blues, soul, folk music, with microphones for vocalists.
Settlement school provides a professional music recital hall for our jam, music stands, and chairs. There is a $30 Annual special student fee paid to the Settlement School for all new and returning members. The student fees are paid at the front desk, not to the Jam.
We request an OPTIONAL $5 fee at each session to cover the costs of printing and other expenses. You are welcome to come and play regardless of whether you pay the weekly fee.
The Mary Louise Curtis branch of the Settlement Music School is located at 416 Queen Street, Philadelphia PA 19147. Parking on the building grounds is free and ample.
Location map: Queen Village Settlement School
We support South Philadelphia communities and the broader metropolitan area by providing occasional and focused musical outreach to senior residential buildings, community music programs, park programs, and other charitable community functions.
Community Project Songbooks: Songbooks for Outbound Community Projects
Do you have more questions? Our Co-Presidents are Laura and Paul. Contact the Co-Presidents
**Organizer Membership Management Powers: The Organizers of the South Philly Jam Group reserve the right to revoke any membership to our group, who in our view compromises the safety and well-being of any other member(s), without prior notice.**
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See all- South Philly Acoustic JamSettlement Music School, Philadelphia, PA$1.00
The Settlement School in South Philadelphia is hosting the South Philly Acoustic Jam for the school year. We meet on Thursday evenings from 6.30 pm to 9 pm in Field Hall on the first floor. We supply extensive songbooks of classic rock, blues, soul, folk music, and microphones for vocalists, and chairs and stands.
There is free and available parking on the building grounds.
Map location:
Settlement Music School - 416 Queen StreetA $30 Annual special student fee is paid to the Settlement School for all new and returning members. The payment is made in the front lobby of the building (not the meetup organizers).
We are not an Open Mic Group:
The Jam is not an open mic performance - everyone plays and anyone can sing. There is no judgment, all skill levels are welcome, we're here just for the fun of playing with others.Our organizing purpose is to offer a friendly, no-judgment musical culture focused on building skills. We support ourselves and other participants in ways that promote group musicianship. This unique environment fosters musical growth and development and is a great way for adult learners to appreciate and understand music.
Our community purpose is to support South Philadelphia communities and the broader metropolitan area by providing occasional and focused musical outreach to senior residential buildings, community music programs, park programs, and other charitable community functions. We take no compensation for these activities.
What kind of music do we play?
We have an acoustic sound and welcome acoustic 6 or 12 string guitar, uke, electric bass, harmonica, percussion instruments, electric bass, keyboards, and fiddle are all welcome. Is your voice your instrument? Come and sing. Play, play and sing, or sing. You are welcome here.
- South Philly Acoustic JamSettlement Music School, Philadelphia, PA$1.00
The Settlement School in South Philadelphia is hosting the South Philly Acoustic Jam for the school year. We meet on Thursday evenings from 6.30 pm to 9 pm in Field Hall on the first floor. We supply extensive songbooks of classic rock, blues, soul, folk music, and microphones for vocalists, and chairs and stands.
There is free and available parking on the building grounds.
Map location:
Settlement Music School - 416 Queen StreetA $30 Annual special student fee is paid to the Settlement School for all new and returning members. The payment is made in the front lobby of the building (not the meetup organizers).
We are not an Open Mic Group:
The Jam is not an open mic performance - everyone plays and anyone can sing. There is no judgment, all skill levels are welcome, we're here just for the fun of playing with others.Our organizing purpose is to offer a friendly, no-judgment musical culture focused on building skills. We support ourselves and other participants in ways that promote group musicianship. This unique environment fosters musical growth and development and is a great way for adult learners to appreciate and understand music.
Our community purpose is to support South Philadelphia communities and the broader metropolitan area by providing occasional and focused musical outreach to senior residential buildings, community music programs, park programs, and other charitable community functions. We take no compensation for these activities.
What kind of music do we play?
We have an acoustic sound and welcome acoustic 6 or 12 string guitar, uke, electric bass, harmonica, percussion instruments, electric bass, keyboards, and fiddle are all welcome. Is your voice your instrument? Come and sing. Play, play and sing, or sing. You are welcome here.
- South Philly Acoustic JamSettlement Music School, Philadelphia, PA$1.00
The Settlement School in South Philadelphia is hosting the South Philly Acoustic Jam for the school year. We meet on Thursday evenings from 6.30 pm to 9 pm in Field Hall on the first floor. We supply extensive songbooks of classic rock, blues, soul, folk music, and microphones for vocalists, and chairs and stands.
There is free and available parking on the building grounds.
Map location:
Settlement Music School - 416 Queen StreetA $30 Annual special student fee is paid to the Settlement School for all new and returning members. The payment is made in the front lobby of the building (not the meetup organizers).
We are not an Open Mic Group:
The Jam is not an open mic performance - everyone plays and anyone can sing. There is no judgment, all skill levels are welcome, we're here just for the fun of playing with others.Our organizing purpose is to offer a friendly, no-judgment musical culture focused on building skills. We support ourselves and other participants in ways that promote group musicianship. This unique environment fosters musical growth and development and is a great way for adult learners to appreciate and understand music.
Our community purpose is to support South Philadelphia communities and the broader metropolitan area by providing occasional and focused musical outreach to senior residential buildings, community music programs, park programs, and other charitable community functions. We take no compensation for these activities.
What kind of music do we play?
We have an acoustic sound and welcome acoustic 6 or 12 string guitar, uke, electric bass, harmonica, percussion instruments, electric bass, keyboards, and fiddle are all welcome. Is your voice your instrument? Come and sing. Play, play and sing, or sing. You are welcome here.
- South Philly Acoustic JamSettlement Music School, Philadelphia, PA$1.00
The Settlement School in South Philadelphia is hosting the South Philly Acoustic Jam for the school year. We meet on Thursday evenings from 6.30 pm to 9 pm in Field Hall on the first floor. We supply extensive songbooks of classic rock, blues, soul, folk music, and microphones for vocalists, and chairs and stands.
There is free and available parking on the building grounds.
Map location:
Settlement Music School - 416 Queen StreetA $30 Annual special student fee is paid to the Settlement School for all new and returning members. The payment is made in the front lobby of the building (not the meetup organizers).
We are not an Open Mic Group:
The Jam is not an open mic performance - everyone plays and anyone can sing. There is no judgment, all skill levels are welcome, we're here just for the fun of playing with others.Our organizing purpose is to offer a friendly, no-judgment musical culture focused on building skills. We support ourselves and other participants in ways that promote group musicianship. This unique environment fosters musical growth and development and is a great way for adult learners to appreciate and understand music.
Our community purpose is to support South Philadelphia communities and the broader metropolitan area by providing occasional and focused musical outreach to senior residential buildings, community music programs, park programs, and other charitable community functions. We take no compensation for these activities.
What kind of music do we play?
We have an acoustic sound and welcome acoustic 6 or 12 string guitar, uke, electric bass, harmonica, percussion instruments, electric bass, keyboards, and fiddle are all welcome. Is your voice your instrument? Come and sing. Play, play and sing, or sing. You are welcome here.
