LJS 51: Everything You Need to Know About Jazz Jam Sessions

Learn Jazz Standards Podcast - A podcast by Brent Vaartstra: Jazz Musician, Author, and Entrepreneur

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Welcome to episode 51 of the LJS Podcast where today we are talking about everything you need to know about jazz jam sessions. Learn why they are important, how to be prepared, and how to network. Listen in!
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In this episode

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Ask LJS: A listener asks what other musicians look for in jazz drummers and what they dislike.

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Why jazz jam sessions are important.

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2 kinds of jam sessions.

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How to be prepared for a jazz jam.

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Good jam session etiquette.

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How to network at a jam session.

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What if there are no jam sessions in your city?

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What if you don't feel you are "good enough" to attend a jam session.


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