Jam Session

One fun and exciting way to improve your guitar skills is to try a jam session with other musicians. Jam sessions are a great way to learn new things, practice your improvisational skills, and make new friends.

Some studios offer regular jam sessions for their students. These jam sessions are a perfect way to meet other musicians in a supportive environment.

A Student’s Perspective

Recently, I had the opportunity to jam with other musicians at my guitar instructor’s studio in Greeley. There were three guitarists, a bassist, and the instructor was singing and playing the drums. We did Ozzy Osbourne’s Crazy Train. The jam started with a warm-up and we played along with the song. Once we were ready, we played through without the backing tracks.

One of the things I liked most about the jam session was being able to learn from other musicians. I was able to watch how the other guitarists played. I also received some good feedback from the other musicians and my instructor which helped. Another thing I liked about the jam session was the sense of camaraderie. We were all there to have fun and to make music together. There was no competition or pressure. Everyone was supportive and encouraging.

The Experience

The studio was filled with the sound of music, lights, and fog. I was one of the guitarists. I was a bit nervous, but also very excited. This was still a relatively new experience for me. The drummer and bassist started with the intro and the other guitarist started playing the signature riff. We started playing Crazy Train. The drummer, who is our instructor, started singing, and the other musicians came in on their assigned parts. I was amazed at how well we all sounded together.

We played for an hour and had a blast.  By the end, I was exhausted but happy. I had learned so much from the other musicians, and had made some new friends. If you’re a guitar player, I highly recommend jamming with other musicians. It’s a great way to improve your skills, to learn new things, and to have fun.

Jam Session Tips:

• Be prepared. Before you go to a session, know the song without using your music. This will make it easier to get started and to join in with the other musicians.
• Be open-minded. Jam sessions are a great opportunity to hone your skills. Don’t be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone.
• Be supportive. Jam sessions are a collaborative experience. Be supportive of the other musicians and listen to their ideas.
• Have fun! Jam sessions are supposed to be fun. So relax, enjoy yourself, and make some music

If you are interested in trying a jam session, feel free to contact me. I’d be happy to answer any questions you have.