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Two Types of Jam Sessions
If you've ever been to a jam session, you've probably noticed there are two main kinds out there (both great, just for completely different purposes): 1. The classic hangout jam → beers flowing, people come and go, someone's smoking on the couch, you play whatever feels good right then… super fun, perfect for making friends and unwinding. 2. The work-session jam → still relaxed and friendly, but everyone shows up ready to actually build something: tighten parts, arrange songs, record ideas, and leave sounding noticeably better. More like "band practice with a clear goal" than a party. Neither is better—they just serve different purposes. I'm putting together the second kind: a dedicated, gig-focused rehearsal space where we take the music and everyone's time seriously, but without being stiff. What it looks like: - Clean, consistent room (scouting quiet basements or small warehouse-type spots) - We start on time, work efficiently, chart things out, record ideas so nothing gets forgotten - You can have a beer or two, but the focus stays on the music (not a kickback) - No smoking inside (step outside if you need) - All skill levels totally welcome… as long as you're serious about improving and getting gig-ready together It's not about a bunch of rules—it's about creating a spot where we actually make progress every single time. We're also looking for people who show up consistently and contribute ideas—this works best when everyone's invested. If you've ever left a jam thinking "That was fun… but we didn't get anything tighter," this is for you. Still scouting the perfect space in Fairfield—more details coming soon. Interested? Drop a comment or DM—tell us what you play and what you're working on.
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It's also important to know some basic theory as well as chord progressions as they are the basis to all songs. My favorite to know are 1-6-2-5 both major/minor as well as 2-5-1 or 1-4-5. I am using this term as it depends on what scale the song will be as in C major a 2-5-1 is D minor 7 G7 to c major 7. Hope this helps, also learn complex jazz fusion tunes to blow them out of the water but that's for another day.
Holiday shedding.
Hello everyone, bass player/guitar guy from Phoenix Arizona saying hello. What's everyone working on? I am working on jazz voicings as well as focusing on more real book standards. Would love to hear what you guys are up to!
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@Eric Sczuka seems like a good read, I am working on getting my hands back to shape as I did not practice for 2 months mostly mental gymnastics where I am doing intervals and chords lmao.
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