Pittsburgh

[BPicker]

Looking for a slow jam in Pittsburgh. If one doesn't exist, I'd like to create one. Any recommendations?

[Jstring]

You can try the Starlite jam in Blawnox.... It's not a "slow jam", but they are friendly and welcoming.
http://starlitelounge.us/events/

If you take a Calliope House course, you'll meet some new people and make connections. Classes held at Chatham U. in Oakland.
http://calliopehouse.org/calliope-school/

Pittsburgh Mandolin Orchestra welcomes players of all skill levels.
http://www.pittsburghmandolinsociety.org/news-events

Old Time jam at Hambone's in Lawrenceville....all abilities welcome, but it's more "session-style" than a jam.
http://calliopehouse.org/event/calliope-old-time-jam/

Hope that helps!

[Chunky But Funky]

Bluegrass jam at the Starlight Lounge in Blawnox (near 'NStuff Music if you're familiar with that)

Old Time jam at Hambones in Lawrenceville

Calliope is a great resource if you are looking for group lessons or to add an instrument to your arsenal. Hope that helps!

Doug

[Chunky But Funky]

Jstring...you beat me to it. Looks like we pretty much agree! The Old Time jam at Hambones occasionally has a "slow jam" for beginners on the first Sunday of the month prior to the "regular" jam.

Doug

[BPicker]

Thanks guys. I live in Fox Chapel. Very close to Starlite. I know some of the pickers that regularly attend and my skills aren't quite on the same level. If they are truly friendly and welcoming, then I'd be willing to give it a shot. As far as Pgh Mando Orchestra, I used to get lessons from Charley Rappaport and was extended an invite to join. However, my schedule didn't allow for holiday concerts etc... I know I should be going to Starlite regularly.

[Denny Gies]

Goooooooooooooo Steelers.

[Amanda Gregg]

A Fox Chapel picker! Wish you'd been around when I still lived there. I grew up in O'Hara Township and went to FCAHS. I have been to the Starlite a few times since I moved away, and it is a better jam than it was when I lived there. Definitely make yourself a regular. If we cross paths, I hope you'll introduce yourself. I visit a couple times a year.

[Reid Morsi]

Anyone going to see the Mike Compton and Joe Newberry house concert tonight? I believe its in Fox Chapel.

[Timbofood]

Denny,
That's "STILLERS!"

[Denny Gies]

I knew that Tim but thought no one else would get it. Now I'm going daan taan to do some shopping. I grew up in Pittsburgh. Take care.

[BPicker]

I'll definitely keep an eye out for you Amanda. Thanks for the response. I also own a Stiver F - 1994

[Pittsburgh Bill]

Send me a PM with your telephone#. A group of us often gather through out the summer in the North Hills. All skill levels attend and all are welcome.
I can give you a call when we get together. Currently in South Florida until Mid May.
Not much bluegrass, but lots of folk, rock, country, and old standards.

[BPicker]

Thank you. Sounds great.