I recently posted this ad on Craigslist: I'm a keyboard player, suburban dad, 40, formerly a touring musician now a computer nerd. I want to play music regularly but I don't want that music to be from the 50's and 60's. I also can't join your band and start touring (as much fun as that would be). I am searching for a gig that has the following characteristics: - competent musicians - this means that you know how to play, can pick up tunes by ear and are comfortable just sitting down and jamming …

This group is a work in progress. I've just become the organizer so bear with me and root for me to put something together that makes it work. This Meetup will be about making musical connections in the Hudson Valley. If you are a musician looking for other people to play with, this could be the place to find them. There are a lot of open mics in the area and there are coffeehouses willing to let musicians sit in and play at various times of the day and evening. Rather than be another open mic, …

This group is for singer/ songwriters, artists, musicians, DJs, photographers, dancers, etc or even anyone that just enjoys live bands. PlayMusician is a group founded by musicians, we promote local art and music and proactively engage in showcasing local talent through various events with eclectic themes. We believe that there is a large talent of untapped artists who do not get the opportunity to showcase their talent due to a day job or various other life factors. We welcome Originals and   …

This is a group for amateur celtic folk musicians who'd like to meet up once a week to practice some tunes together. All instruments and levels are welcome, since we are a group of learning musicians. Tunes are practiced at a slow pace and you're welcome to bring sheet music, as well as encouraged to learn by ear. A list of regular tunes is available, though we're open to learning new tunes from you as well. Look forward to sharing tunes with everybody!

We are a new group of singers, musicians and performers of all sorts that will get together for networking events, group jams and live music events in the Hudson County area. My name is Rich Casella and I have been the organizer of the NY Singer Songwriters meetup group hosting many events in NYC for close to two years and I want to bring the success that we have enjoyed to Northern NJ! I am starting in Hudson County and I want to say that I'm very excited to begin this new chapter of growth …

EVEVERY SUNDAY 6:00 PM SIGN UP , STARK REALITY Open Mic is for poets/spoken word/musicians/dancers and performance art of any kind. Music from rock n' roll, to hip hop, to blues, to folk, any music!!! This open mike is without censorship, designed for openess and total expression of the arts of music and poetry. From a rant to a chant to a lyric!!!

The Bergen County Acoustic Musicians group is back! If you love acoustic rock and folk/rock guitar music and enjoy singing, you will find a welcoming group of fellow musicians. We have an outstanding venue locally, with great food and drinks, upstairs at the Westside Village Tavern, Ridgefield Park, NJ. Please join this group to get updates and for a relaxed & fun night of music. Stay tuned for more details.  Larry

Meet other local recreational musicians to jam with & have a great time making music. Meet-up members are invited to join the jams, workshops and special events which we run as part of our Music Club for Recreational Musicians. Join us at The Studio, 251 West 30 Street, 3RW, NY (btwn 7th & 8th Ave). We're right around the corner from Penn Station. JAMS Mondays: Noon-2:00 PM         (Classic Rock) Fridays: 6:30-9:30 PM   (Reservation Only Jam) Saturdays: 7:00-11:00 PM            (5-7 Rooms open …

Brooklynites who wants to meet with other local musicians to play, jam, network or form bands. The BMMG is the way to go. In a little over three years we've grown from between 8-10 to 330+ members at this update. Every month we jam to our favorite songs, we go to restaurants for good eats, we have picnic in the parks, we have mini party jams at some members beautiful home/studios, we network into other members band projects. It all happens here at the BMMG. Every-things already set and waiting.. …

Do you know an adult with autism or asperger's who *also* has musical talent or ambition? Let's jam! We're trying to gather a group (4~5) of "like-minded" musicians who want to sharpen their playing skills. So far we have a drummer and a keyboardist...looking for complementary instruments to make a complete band.

My name is Rich Casella. I decided to organize a musicians group because I had a lot of experience in the music business. Some good. Some bad. We are going to have group networking events, jams in the park/studios whatever else we can conjure up. in my travels I have seen many well intentioned artists make industry mistakes or improperly market themselves. My group has access to industry professionals that give guidance and together we discuss trends in our respective industries, approaches t …

We're a diverse group of musicians and music lovers, representing ALL styles and ALL skill levels. We have many different types of events, and meet regularly to network, collaborate, workshop, share ideas/tips/knowledge, perform, jam, songswap and give/receive feedback. Come join us!

A meetup group for musicians of all levels run by a music journalist

This is a defunct musicians' group.

Welcome! Musicians in the Amherst/Northampton  interested in playing in chamber ensembles are invited to join this group to  find  other musicians with similar musical Interests  and goals. Members should have a basic knowledge of their instrument and how to read music. If you are a good musician who  hasn't  played much or any chamber music,  you are certainly welcome to join. There may some aspects of playing chamber music e.g., sight reading, that may be new to you, but you can certainly st …

At Sabella Studios, we'd like to give back to the musical community of Long Island. As a local studio with over 35 years of experience, we have the resources and knowledge to to give young musicians the tutelage needed to bring themselves to the next level. One way we are trying to do this, is with FREE songwriting workshops. Great for serious musicians of all levels. Bring your instrument and some songs. Industry leading experts along with other musicians in the field will be on hand to listen …

MUSIC AND DANCE CIRCLE is the new name for the meetup group formerly called OPEN MUSIC CIRCLE (MANHATTAN), a gathering place for acoustic improv musicians, vocalists and dancers and others, and an opportunity for all to create together. The Open Music Circle has met regularly since 2004, joining Meetup in 2010 under the name of Open Music Circle (Manhattan). Musicians, singers and dancers of all backgrounds and traditions and others are invited to explore new territory, expand their skills, and …

Our website: www.newsymphony.org The Serious Part (Our Mission Statement): The New Westchester Symphony Orchestra (NewWSO) offers amateur instrumental musicians in and around Westchester County an opportunity to build musicianship in a supportive, non-competitive setting while practicing and performing significant orchestral and ensemble works. The Fun Part: NewWSO is an audition-free ensemble for musicians of all ages and abilities. Anyone who wants to play great works of orchestral literature …

This group is for anyone who wants to be a better musician. All skill levels are welcome, because we practice fundamental skills and techniques that apply to all musicians. And since we practice fundamentals, no one here ever feels intimidated, as we practice the same things. Practicing can be a lonely pursuit, why not join us, we can all get better together, meet new people, and play!

Let's meet up for a classical chamber music reading sessions. Professional classical musicians and amateurs are all welcomed! My vision is to create a music salon of 21st century where artists meet up for great music, wine, and discussion about life. We classical musicians do not get enough chance to "jam" as often as jazz musicians. it is a very important way to learn and develop instinct when playing chamber music. Hope you can join us!

Are you are a singer, actor, dancer, musician, writer, producer, artist or otherwise involved in any way with the performing/visual arts? Are you fiscally/socially conservative? Do you feel that the Left has monopolized your industry? Are you tired of reading the Drudge Report with your laptop screen hidden? Is your tongue sore from biting it as you listen to your lefty colleagues bash everything you believe in? If so, then you belong in our meetup! Our meetup will serve 3 purposes: 1. Bringing …

The Plainfield Jazz Collective is a group for anyone who has a passion for the past...present and future development of the American art form of Jazz. No matter if you are an old school jazz enthusiasts, or new to the jazz genres this group is ready to keep Jazz alive! The Plainfield Jazz Collective has been formed to promote jazz through education and performance and to call attention to the Plainfield area’s very talented musicians, recognized locally and nationally. We aim to initiate program …

CONGRATULATIONS TO 2010 GRAMMY WINNER ZAC BROWN, WHO WON THE 2010 GRAMMY FOR BEST NEW ARTIST! THE NEW YORK CITY LIVE MUSIC MEETUP ATTENDED A PERFORMANCE BY ZAC AND HIS BAND, AND THEN PERSONALLY MET ZAC AND HIS BAND, AT A MEETUP ORGANIZED BY RICH CASELLA ON AUGUST 26, 2008. CHECK OUT THE PHOTOS. How often have you wished for more live music in your life? Finding good live music is like a tourist in NYC finding a good restaurant to go to. Unless you know the right areas to search, you will be rele …

Tired of playing with Jamey Aebersold?  Looking to play with other jazz musicians, but not quite ready to make your debut at Small's?  Tune Up! aims to create an ego-free, non-judgmental environment in which intermediate jazz musicians can gain valuable experience playing with others.  Join and take your skills to the next level!

Get together with other Jazz musicians in Astoria. I know there are a lot of musicians and jazz devotees living in this neighborhood. Let's share ideas, work on original compositions and play standards.

We are a group of amateur musicians who are playing in an orchestra for the first time in YEARS! We played an instrument as children, and are starting up again. We are retired, and are looking for an opportunity to play music. We think we have no talent and don't want to audition for anything, but we actually FIT IN at the Really Terrible Orchestra of Westchester! We just started an instrument and want to play with others and have fun. OR we are professional musicians but want to play ANOTHER in …

New England is filled with talent, and The New England Film and Music Collaborative wants to help put that talent into the Spotlight! The New England Film and Music Collaborative mission is to assist and promote New England Entertainment - Filmmakers, Screenwriters, Actors, Producers, and Musicians. Pooling together resources from all over New England, we help Film Makers find resources such as Actors, Extras, Locations, Music, Promotional Opportunities and other Services. Local Films should fe …

We are a group of local musicians who play at intermediate, advanced and professional levels.  Our goal is to play together, refine our skills and increase our repertoire.  As the group clicks, we hope to play small gigs around the area.  Feel free to ask questions.  The group is very friendly but quite serious about making music!