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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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Nothing Lasts Forever ...
I would like to share something I had written many years ago. While my circumstances have shifted since I wrote this, the words still ring true and it accurately reflects my attitude towards music in general. Enjoy! Nothing Lasts Forever ... I am a freelance violinist. Those who know me well, know that I freelance by choice, for many reasons. Foremost - freelancing fits best into my current lifestyle. Creatively - I find my music is more alive and vibrant when I have the opportunity to play a variety of styles with a variety of musicians - it's one of the reasons I had enjoyed the jam scene in the Lehigh Valley PA so much. That being said, there are differences between freelancing and playing in an established band, the biggest difference being the spontaneity, which is what I love about it. Successful freelancing requires a quick ear and the ability to blend in easily. A freelancer might not be as "tight" as a regular band member but what they generally bring to the table is freshness and often a welcome new quality to an existing scene. The downside of freelancing is its impermanence; hence, sooner or later, all things must end. Sometimes endings can be traumatic - my point of view is that they don't have to be. The goal in music is to continually grow and stretch and create anew, and sometimes musicians will travel divergent paths in their quest for that "perfect sound". I respect and honor that, and so I would hope that as ventures come to a close, there will never be any hard feelings, for there is always a new door to open for every one that closes (and no door ever has to stay shut). So, for all those musicians who have given me the opportunity to play with them in the past, who may have moved on to other ventures - and for all those I have left in my quest for something new - please know that my door is always open, and I welcome the opportunity to hear you play in whatever setting you choose for yourself. As always, Thanks For The Music!
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Band Room Organizing
We're organizing here first, then we'll have a physical space to rehearse. Who this is for: Musicians with a strong private practice regimen. You practice daily—reading, studying, working on your craft. You might be new to group rehearsal or you might be experienced, but you're serious about your musicianship and you want to collaborate with people who are too. What I need from you: - Are you practicing consistently on your own? - Would you commit to a dedicated band room if the space and group were right? - What's your biggest barrier to consistent rehearsal right now? I'm also documenting this whole process here—how to find a space, negotiate rent, build a crew. If you've got advice or know a spot in Fairfield, share it. We're aiming for 7-10 serious people. Each gets a full day allocated to start. No drama, no overthinking. Just a band room like we had in high school.🐵
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Overcoming obstacles
What exactly do you want to do musically but haven’t been doing? What’s one simple action to nudge yourself started? • Sitting down to practice? • Grabbing your guitar and putting it on your lap to strum? • Texting a musician friend you haven’t heard from in a while? • Working on a band website? • Planning your next music gear purchase or researching products? • Researching rental spaces for jam sessions, recording, or rehearsal? So much to choose from—what’s your one thing? Feel free to share in the comments.
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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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