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Leicester (and Leicester-ish) folks - the tricky second outing

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  • ellwoodellwood Frets: 1111
    Some song suggestions;

    Gimme Shelter
    Cream (Prince)
    All Along the WatchTower
    Sympathy for the Devil
    Times like these
    Thrill is gone

    Simple vibe, just fun to play along with . Please add suggestions and I'll pull together a final list.

    Cheers
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  • RolandRoland Frets: 8108
    @ellwood. Are you producing some form of song sheet so that everyone practices in the same key?
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  • ellwoodellwood Frets: 1111
    Roland said:
    @ellwood. Are you producing some form of song sheet so that everyone practices in the same key?
    Errrrrrm..... :D
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  • BridgehouseBridgehouse Frets: 24559
    ellwood said:
    Roland said:
    @ellwood. Are you producing some form of song sheet so that everyone practices in the same key?
    Errrrrrm..... :D
    I must admit, that would be a good idea chap :)

    If you ask @mrkb nicely he might let you borrow his !!
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  • mrkbmrkb Frets: 5594
    I’ve only got one for Gimme shelter from that list and as we proved on Saturday it doesn’t help if some people don’t know the song ;)

    happy to send it to someone though if needed.
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  • mrkbmrkb Frets: 5594
    Actually also have one for Times like these as well. That’s a tricky one to jam if you don’t know the song due to the 7/4 bars.
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  • ellwoodellwood Frets: 1111
    Ok. I’ll wait 24hrs for additional suggestions and put something together.

    as a side note - I don’t want to create some massively formal thing. It would be great to see people, have a bit of a laugh and bash through some songs. No pressure on anyone…
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  • Well it’s in the diary and I’ll bring my TMDR. All songs are in the key of Keef aren’t they? ;)
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  • ellwoodellwood Frets: 1111
    Well it’s in the diary and I’ll bring my TMDR. All songs are in the key of Keef aren’t they? ;)
    Exactly! And if they weren’t originally, they are now!
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  • JEMJEM Frets: 76
    Apologies if I'm shoving my oar in where it's not wanted but my very limited experience of "jam" sessions has usually been that someone picks a key, comes up with a simple chord progression and then everyone else joins in comping / soloing in turn as they see fit. Once everyone gets bored with that someone else picks a new key or a different progression and so on.

    I can see that many would find this musically a bit limiting and would rather play actual songs though. I'm happy to try to learn some stuff beforehand but I'm a slow learner so I'm unlikely to be terribly proficient at anything by the 25th.

    Whatever way you want to go with it I'm happy to come along just to meet people and have a laugh as OP says.

    John
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  • ellwoodellwood Frets: 1111
    JEM said:
    Apologies if I'm shoving my oar in where it's not wanted but my very limited experience of "jam" sessions has usually been that someone picks a key, comes up with a simple chord progression and then everyone else joins in comping / soloing in turn as they see fit. Once everyone gets bored with that someone else picks a new key or a different progression and so on.

    I can see that many would find this musically a bit limiting and would rather play actual songs though. I'm happy to try to learn some stuff beforehand but I'm a slow learner so I'm unlikely to be terribly proficient at anything by the 25th.

    Whatever way you want to go with it I'm happy to come along just to meet people and have a laugh as OP says.

    John
    John - I have a feeling there will definitely be some of this, mixed with some songs and a fair bit of banter. 

    N
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  • JEMJEM Frets: 76
    ellwood said:
    JEM said:
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    John - I have a feeling there will definitely be some of this, mixed with some songs and a fair bit of banter. 

    N
    Will you be providing a crib sheet for the banter or will we have to make it up on the spot ;-)

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  • BridgehouseBridgehouse Frets: 24559
    JEM said:
    ellwood said:
    JEM said:
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    John - I have a feeling there will definitely be some of this, mixed with some songs and a fair bit of banter. 

    N
    Will you be providing a crib sheet for the banter or will we have to make it up on the spot ;-)

    I think you’ll find that the level of talent for making shit up on the spot is extremely high on the forum ;)
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  • ellwoodellwood Frets: 1111
    JEM said:
    ellwood said:
    JEM said:
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    John - I have a feeling there will definitely be some of this, mixed with some songs and a fair bit of banter. 

    N
    Will you be providing a crib sheet for the banter or will we have to make it up on the spot ;-)

    I think you’ll find that the level of talent for making shit up on the spot is extremely high on the forum ;)
    I represent that remark!
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  • I'm in Coventry so not a million miles away - I'm not sure if I'm available on the 25th though :/

    When's the latest I could let you know?
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  • ellwoodellwood Frets: 1111
    I'm in Coventry so not a million miles away - I'm not sure if I'm available on the 25th though :/

    When's the latest I could let you know?


    The 25th? If you can make it you are more than welcome.
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  • Hi Everyone.

    I've never done anything like this before but I'm quite tempted.  I know it's been said several times already that playing standard doesn't matter...but realistically what level does someone need to be at in order to not be a hindrance to everyone else?

    Thanks.
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  • mrkbmrkb Frets: 5594
    edited November 2021
    chomer75 said:
    Hi Everyone.

    I've never done anything like this before but I'm quite tempted.  I know it's been said several times already that playing standard doesn't matter...but realistically what level does someone need to be at in order to not be a hindrance to everyone else?

    Thanks.
    Usually, If you can just play powerchords then you can join in. Just play powerchords in simple basic rhythms that add to the musical output and you will benefit from improving your timing and musical ear. We’ve had about 6 people all playing the same song on guitar. More advanced players can add melody/ different chord inversions/ funky rhythms/ solos, etc , learners can just follow the chord sequence. Just don’t play too loud/ distorted to allow the various parts to gel together.

    Another trick that worked well at last jam was to have amps in the middle angled up on amp stands facing out towards each players head. That avoided volume wars as each person (there were four guitars playing) could hear their parts clearly without having stupid volumes.
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  • ellwoodellwood Frets: 1111
    chomer75 said:
    Hi Everyone.

    I've never done anything like this before but I'm quite tempted.  I know it's been said several times already that playing standard doesn't matter...but realistically what level does someone need to be at in order to not be a hindrance to everyone else?

    Thanks.
    Honestly, this isn't some formal skill fest. It actually isn't a formal anything. I'm really not that great on guitar - but I enjoy playing. I've hired a room so people can get together and enjoy themselves. You don't need to be a superstar. Even if you know only know three chords - tell us what they are and we'll jam around that. And if there is anyone there that isn't tolerant of people "as good as them" then they can piss off and organise their own thing for their own enjoyment. Come along - would be great to meet you.

    Nik
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  • Thanks for the replies...makes me feel much better

    Jamming along with open and power chords I'm absolutely fine with (unless it's some weird and rare variation) so that's good.  It was the expectation that I'd be able to do some on-the-spot improvisation that was the concern.

    From the list of songs posted previously I'd love to have a go at Gimme Shelter.  Mind you playing standing up is not something I do very often so that'll be...interesting. 

    I don't have much in the way of equipment - no pedals and just a Vox Adio Air amp - but I'll make that up with lots of enthusiasm!.  Hope that's ok.

    Chris
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  • RolandRoland Frets: 8108
    ellwood said:...if there is anyone there that isn't tolerant of people "as good as them" then they can piss off and organise their own thing ...
    Ha! I like that. These things aren’t for showing off your bedroom shredding exercises. They are for the experience of playing with others. You can learn a lot by just being there and listening, without playing a single note. 
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  • Completely agree with what Ellwood has said; I’ve always found the most enjoyable jams to be sitting round, clutching at a few chords and making it up on the spot -no ego, making sure everyone is included and enjoying the company as much as anything. 

    Much as I used to play live a lot, I’m very rusty, get very little time to even pick a guitar up these days and am a long way from the player I was. I am also the sort of personality that would naturally shy away from more formalised jams where there’s a set list and chance to ‘show off’. So really looking forward to this and meeting a few of you. :+1: 
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  • darthed1981darthed1981 Frets: 10322
    chomer75 said:
    Thanks for the replies...makes me feel much better

    Jamming along with open and power chords I'm absolutely fine with (unless it's some weird and rare variation) so that's good.  It was the expectation that I'd be able to do some on-the-spot improvisation that was the concern.

    From the list of songs posted previously I'd love to have a go at Gimme Shelter.  Mind you playing standing up is not something I do very often so that'll be...interesting. 

    I don't have much in the way of equipment - no pedals and just a Vox Adio Air amp - but I'll make that up with lots of enthusiasm!.  Hope that's ok.

    Chris

    I've been there buddy - funnily enough at a jam, at quad

    There are always lots of amps - and as others have said - you can join in just playing the chords on a lot of songs.  Gimme Shelter is a lot of fun as it's a simple descending 3-chord job.

    More generally...

    Can echo a lot of comments from others, not going (sorry wife has an op this week) so obviously my opinion is just that!

    - Keep a main room "rig" of three or four amps and so on set up, you can lose half your time if somebody goes prima donna and starts fussing about their "perfect" tone - these jams aren't about that.

    - I'd recommend an agreed set list.  Not everyone can make things up on the fly, and it isn't much fun for anyone standing playing three chords for 20 minutes while one guy noodles, IMHO.

    - Be supportive be kind, we all played with others for the first time, don't be the guy who tailgates learner drivers!

    - If you have time see who wants to play on each song, you will always get three guitarists, but to sound good you will need drums, bass and vocals.

    - You would be amazed how many people can sing well enough to sing at a jam like this, and if you can play lead in any form you can probably play root note bass... BTW playing Bass is a LOT of fun once you get into it, its like you have found a secret low frequency club.

    - Have fun!!

    Please feel free to ignore, smash your laptop with rage, etc...
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  • ellwoodellwood Frets: 1111
    Hey All

    Have raided a few of the various set list/jam threads. Here's a suggested list for Thursday night. Underneath is the link to Ultimate Guitar for the chords. To reiterate, from my point of view, this is about having fun and playing. Not looking for note perfect renditions, so please don't be dissuaded if you doubt your skills. You will be able to join in, and you might have a bit of a giggle along the way. I really don't want this turning into a formal jam night - just a relaxed practice night for those of us who only ever get to play at home.

    Hope to see some of you on Thursday.

    Gimme Shelter

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/the-rolling-stones/gimme-shelter-chords-81104


    Cream (Prince)

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/prince/cream-chords-647217


    All Along the WatchTower

    Bm A G


    Sympathy for the Devil

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/the-rolling-stones/sympathy-for-the-devil-chords-1088589


    Times like these

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/foo-fighters/times-like-these-chords-166886


    Thrill is gone

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/b-b-king/the-thrill-is-gone-chords-712526

     

    Summer of 69

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/bryan-adams/summer-of-69-chords-843137

     

    Waiting on the World to change

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/john-mayer/waiting-on-the-world-to-change-chords-386247

     

    Word Up

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/gun/word-up-chords-1463339

     

    Shook me all night long

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/acdc/you-shook-me-all-night-long-chords-621851

     

    Hey Joe

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/jimi-hendrix/hey-joe-chords-667667

     

    Tennessee Whiskey

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/chris-stapleton/tennessee-whiskey-chords-1741042

     

    Knocking on Heaven’s Door

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/eric-clapton/knocking-on-heavens-door-chords-138823

     

    With or Without You

    D A Bm G

     

    Are you gonna go my way

    https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/lenny-kravitz/are-you-gonna-go-my-way-tabs-10141

     

     

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  • ellwoodellwood Frets: 1111
    Do we have a rough show of hands for tomorrow please? No pressure - just wondering who might be coming along. 

    Cheers
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  • I'll be there - who do I ask for at reception?
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  • Definitely hoping to get over (bloody knackered and work is mental at the moment), but I’m due a night off, been too much burning the candle. 
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  • RolandRoland Frets: 8108
    I’ll be there to meet people, but won’t be playing.
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  • BridgehouseBridgehouse Frets: 24559
    Yep. I’ll be over.
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  • ellwoodellwood Frets: 1111
    Excellent! Looking forward to it. Room is booked for Nik Ellwood
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