This group is for jazz lovers to enjoy live concerts together, share favorite recordings & youtube clips. For members who also play jazz (amateurs, semi-pros and beyond), we'll get together for jams and open mic nights, and talk about instruments, recording etc. We'll focus on events in the Fairfield county, CT and Westchester county, NY areas - aiming for 1 listening concert/month plus jams - with occasional offers to see the best in NYC.

Share your knowledge and enjoy with us—We're exploring live musical performances from Early Music to Jazz, and beyond—and the musical impulse in the human creative experience, as listeners and as makers. Music and rhythmic spirit delight and entertain us. They also open our minds, show us different worlds, immerse us in another's culture, and challenge us to learn and explore sensation, feelings, thoughts, co-creative experience— traversing the past, the present and the futuristic. Mysteriously …

I love music. My tastes vary from Classical to Jazz and everything in between (except maybe country, and even that a little - tell no one).  I go to a lot of concerts. I thought it would be more fun to go to these events with like-minded people rather than alone. I'm a subscriber to the Fairfield Theatre Company, a great little venue that hosts some truly top-line artists. Joe Sample, David Sanborn, Joey DeFrancesco, Los Lobos, and many others. These have all be amazing concerts. The Ridgefield …

Hello, we are a NPO performance and exhibition space located in Teaneck, NJ. The venue is called the Puffin Cultural Forum and we are a project of the Puffin Foundation LTD. We host performances almost every weekend including Jazz, Classical Music, Theater, Poetry, Book Discussions, Film Screenings, Lectures, Exhibition Openings, etc.. It's our mission to provide a community space where arts and the struggle for human rights intersect as we seek to realize in our local community the Foundation's …

This group was formulated with the intension of bringing that old school foundation feel back to the people. Live music as well as original soundman juggling. This group consists of some of NYC's finest musicians, well verse in many genres, wether ska, reggae, jazz, rocksteady ,you name it A GOOD MUSIC WE A SEH! Remember, Reggae Lounge, Love People, Canal Room, then this is where you need to be.

These workshops are designed for the Intermediate/Advanced (often self-taught) guitarist who is interested in getting to their next level of playing. The curriculum has been written to bridge the gap between what you know and what you do not yet understand. Fundamentals include: Visualizing the fretboard Chord Construction (names, function, context) Improvisation (diatonic, and non-diatonic) Bring your guitar! Play if you are comfortable, amps will be provided. Ask as many questions as you like! …

The late Michael Brecker once told me: " The search for better equipment never ends." I decided to create this group as a special home for those who share the love and passion of playing saxophones and who continuously engage in the "never ending search" for mouthpieces and other saxophone related equipment. All saxophone players, collectors, saxophone manufactures, repair technicians, mouthpiece refacing artists, saxophone teachers, professionals & students should join. If you have anything …

This group is for anyone interested in the art of piano playing. We are a group consisting of members from all walks of life. Members range from professional pianists, amateurs, beginners, students, piano hobbyists and enthusiasts. We post events about piano concerts around the city.  We also have Amateur Pianists Meetup at various venues around the city.  We will also host our first Members Showcase Concert at Steinway Hall on Saturday, August 3, 2013 at 1pm  For more information and inquiries, …

We create wonderful events for Christians to gather and have a wonderful time. Our events include Christian Comedy Nights, Game Nights, Jazz & Blues performances, Creative Theatre Skits, Book Clubs and much more!

Loose group, mostly boomers and those who like playing primarily woodstock type music, plus blues, and whatever inspires us.  Nothing formal goin' on here. Think: Joe Cocker, Allman Brothers, Stones, Clapton, BB King, plus some ol garage band favorites including Van Morrison's Gloria. This is primarily rock/rock-blues. It's loud, on purpose.  I'm sure there are good folk, jazz, bluegrass, and country jams around. This isn't one. Booze and etc. are not invited. BYO bev.  We chip about $15 each t …

A place where private music teachers can exchange ideas, network, announce teaching positions that become available, talk about the industry, help and learn new teaching techniques, talk about what works and what doesn't, how to find students and any other topic you may suggest. All private music teachers are welcome to join.

Meet other local sake, sushi and japanese food lovers! This group is for sharing our love and enthusiasm for sake, sushi and other types of Japanese food. I'm sure you have your favorites - let's share and explore! Here's the basic format: Mission #1 (Todd): Where's the Best Ramen In NYC!!! Mission #2 (Open): The Best of Hidden Japan (Right here in NYC)!!!! Mission #3 (Mike): Find the Best Sushi Spot! Mission #4 (Open): Best of Yakitori in NYC!!! Mission #5 (Todd): Best of the Best Sake …

Adam and Eve NYC 40 + is your Link and Total Resource to Discovering New Experiences, Opportunities and Social Adventures with Like-Minded Adults in the Tri-State Area. .           Are you looking for something to do on a Saturday night? .           Do you like to dance but aren't certain where to go? .           Would you like to mingle with peers at a sultry jazz club? .           Are you seeking new friendships for sports activities? .           How about a little romance? If you answered yes …

Meet other Swing Dancers and promote All American Dancing! Swing goes back to the 1930's in and is still very popular today. Learn to dance East Coast Swing, Lindy, Charleston, Balboa, R & Blues, Carolina Shag, West Coast Swing, Jazz, Foxtrot and Mambo. Have a Good time! Meet dance partners and dance friends. Dance for the joy of it! Share information and coordinate attendance at Swing/Dancing events in the area. Everyone is welcome. Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Dancers. We are here to supp …

Live music is alive and well in Westchester, Putnam, and Rockland Counties! Join us to hear about opportunities to party with live bands ( which are much better then dead bands) in our area. Whether you're into Rock & Roll, R & B, Jazz, Oldies, Big Band, Disco, Funk... Meet Up with other people who enjoy the same music. We call this Music therapy!

If you're single, and you love to sing or just meet other singles who do sing, this is the group for you.  Events can be in the form of karaoke, open mics, piano bars, or even small events where members bring instruments.  Most of our events will be for anyone with the chutzpah to get up on stage (like a karaoke bar),while some events will cater more to those who can really sing (like open mics at a jazz club, where you'd better have know your keys and have some chops!). Non-singer events may al …

You've found the local chapter in the Global Swing Dance Community serving the Fairfield-Westchester-Putnam area. Sponsored by the FairWestSwing Project and dedicated to the inspiration of Frankie Manning. Meet others who share your passion for Swing & Blues. No partner? No prior experience? NO PROBLEMO! Just swing on down! All the Hep Cats & Kool Kitties groove here! Like the song says, "it just don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing."

Join us here. http://www.meetup.com/Puffin-on-Meetup-Music-Art-Culture-in-Bergen-County/

InterPlay Health, LLC is a whole-life enhancement company dedicated to helping women get jazzed about fitness and nutrition as a way to total wellness. We offer a multi-dimensional approach that’s fun, fresh and informative — integrating the energy and effectiveness of Jazzercise fitness classes with individualized nutrition and wellness coaching. By keeping women engaged in the practice of exercise and nutrition, InterPlay Health is a player in transforming their whole lives: mind, body and spi …

Let's meet up for a classical chamber music reading sessions. Professional classical musicians and amateurs are all welcomed! My vision is to create a music salon of 21st century where artists meet up for great music, wine, and discussion about life. We classical musicians do not get enough chance to "jam" as often as jazz musicians. it is a very important way to learn and develop instinct when playing chamber music. Hope you can join us!

While Uptown Happenings Together (NYC) is currently on a sabbatical, Stay Connected, Uptown at Alba's other Uptown groups! Check 'em out here: Click here>> http://www.meetup.com/Uptown-Coffee-Hour-NYC or here>> http://www.meetup.com/Ladies-Uptown-Happy-Hour-NYC or here!!>> http://uptowneventsnyc.moonfruit.com/Love & Adventures, xo Alba This is what we're all about----> Uptown Happenings Together (NYC) is the latest 'Men & Women Meet, Uptown! (NYC)' spin-off, with a slight twist, to round out th …

The name says it all. Watching new films, going back to old ones, going to listen to his jazz band, movie based trivias - those are just a few activities we will be doing. And don't forget: "I’m astounded by people who want to ‘know’ the universe when it’s hard enough to find your way around Chinatown." " If my films make one more person miserable, I’ll feel I have done my job." "Life is full of misery, loneliness, and suffering – and it’s all over much too soon" "You can live to be a hundred if …