Every Saturday the local music shop sets up a Pa outside the store and anybody can jam. I love it and feel like I have improved as a result.

I think the key is to have about three people who can lead simple songs…. Not just let people fiddle around endlessly with formless chord progressions and “snippets” of songs. Also try and gently discourage people from showing off with complex songs that nobody else can follow along.

I also go to several other more structured open mics. These tend to be “prepare a few songs, arrive put your name down and play those songs”. I sometimes invite other musicians in the audience to join me on my set but always understand that I am responsible for “leading” the song.

It is always interesting and I always feel like I am learning something.

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