JAMS & OPEN STAGES @ THE CAFé

Celtic Jam
First Monday of every month
Michael Thompson hosts a rollicking and casual Celtic session for all players, beginning to advanced. Bring your voice, bring your instrument, bring a song to share, or just come, hang out, and listen.

Song Circle
First Tuesday of every month
The focus is on singing, and open to all! Bring a song to share, "Rise Up Singing," or just yourself - and participate in the time-honored folk tradition of passing on music by sharing it. Come to lead, listen, share, and learn - all styles and instruments are welcome!

Blues Jam
First & Third Wednesdays of every month
John Toebbe of the Colorado Blues Society will host this new and exciting acoustic blues jam. Bring your favorite songs to share or simply unleash your best blues licks. The format is casual and the emphasis is on fun. Hey, even folkies get the blues!

Bluegrass Jam
Second & Fourth Tuesdays of every month
Patrick Cherry hosts a high-energy Bluegrass jam session for experienced and intermediate players alike. Beginners also welcome. Co-sponsored by Colorado Bluegrass Music Society. Open to all.

Open Stage
Second Wednesday of every month (NEW DAY)
Got a song you've just got to share? Come play at our open stage. Sign-ups are at 6:30. Sets are 2-3 songs, depending on the number of players performing. Hosted by Ed McIlvain. 

Story Circle
Third Monday of every month
Love stories? The Rocky Mountain Storytellers' Guild invites you to a participatory storytelling session. Bring a story to tell or just come and listen. Hosted by Kate Lutz.

Open Jam
Third & Fifth Tuesdays of every month
It's a "no-pressure-any-instrument-any-skill-level" jam session! Playing with other musicians is a fun and challenging opportunity no musician should pass up. Here's your chance to lead, listen, share, and learn - all styles and instruments are welcome! "It's a trial-by-fire experience, where everyone involved walks away having learned a thing or two." — Westword

Protest and Social Consciousness Song Forum
Fourth Monday of every month (Until June)
The two-hour time frame will allow for discussion of songs and issues as well as an opportunity to play and work out songs for those inclined to take to the stage. Virginia Anderson will host the forum, helping to guide and direct the process. One thing we know for sure is that songs often express more than what we are able to say about our understanding for truth. If you are looking for someplace to connect with others about issues of our times, this is a good place to begin. $5 pay or play.

Best of Open Stage
Fourth Wednesday of every month (NEW DAY)
The Café brings something new. A showcase of five artists will perform 20 minute sets. These artists will be chosen from previous open stages. This will allow the performer to share more of their material and the audience to hear more than just a couple of songs. An advanced open stage, if you will, and a possible stepping stone to performing a concert at Swallow Hill! Hosted by Ed McIlvain.