"I merely took the energy it takes to pout and wrote some blues." --- Duke Ellington Jazz and blues fans of all ages and stages (rookie to veteran listener/performer) are welcome to this Meetup group devoted to seeking out and attending great jazz and blues concerts throughout the National Capital Region. We attend a range of venues and events, from pricey to free, mostly in and around downtown DC, with occasional forays into the ‘burbs. If you love jazz and blues, but would prefer to enjoy it …

Meet other local fans of Jazz music! Come out and experience good Jazz in all of its' various forms. Venues and locations will change from time just to keep things fresh and all with the concept of keeping it close to home (Woodbridge). All ideas are welcome and nothing is "over the top" (As long as it's legal:-) If you are a jazz musician or a musician interested in jazz (professional, non professional or otherwise), call me at 703 346-2752. New website is under constrluction

I started this group because I am a musician who loves to produce and perform various music genres; jazz, pop and R&B; even some New Age if the moment hits me :^) I also enjoy going out and listening to these type genres in more mature adult settings. The problem I found when I moved to this area several years ago, and that still exists today, is that there are little to no venues of this type in the immediate Fairfax County area. I have had to go into Washington DC and even Maryland many more t …

I am new to the Northern Virginia area and I enjoy life!  I would like to connect and meet new professional friends that enjoy life as well.  However, we don't seem to have the time to do that or can't find the right venue. I enjoy planning social events, travel and fun activities for individuals in my age group.  Events planned will include: jazz venues, concerts, movies, barbeques, wine tastings, happy hours, family fun time, DC tours, book club and other social events. Please join if you are …

For those who love to play Salsa Music (or other latin music: jazz, bachata, merengue).   For beginner, intermediate and even advanced/accomplished. (We always can benefit from those who are ahead of us and certainly appreciate direction.)   Playing together for fun and to advance your skills. All instruments and vocals are welcomed and needed.   Also a way to network to find live bands/orchestras in the area and to enjoy them together.  This is not a group for individuals who do not play an ins …

… We participate in various activities, such as dinner, movies, karaoke, comedy clubs, brunch, Meet and Greets, Happy Hour, Jazz events, day trips, cruises. Trust me, when I tell you the possibilities are endless. We are not limited to just travel, because "WE" do it ALL. Come on out and join  "US" for a fabulous time. You will be glad that you did!! Gotta LUV them GROWN FOLKS

I'm starting this group of Professional, Classy, Stylist Ladies 45 and over to meet one another. Who would enjoy meeting new professional women that would enjoy Laurel, MD and it surrounding areas.  There are many places to go for bunch, dinner and have a glass of wine in Laurel, MD why not meet another inspiring Classy Lady that just might like to go out just not along all the time. This is an upcoming area Ladies we need to see that we enjoy Laurel too.  Lets get some jazz nights, handdancing …

I have taught over 1000 drummers and I enjoy creating effective plans to meet their various drumming challenges. My students have successfully passed auditions and participated in big bands or jazz ensembles, including those at: Whitman High School, Richard Montgomery High School, Rockville High School, Wooten High School, Bethesda Chevy-Chase High School, Miami University, Blues Alley Youth Orchestra, Montgomery College and the Duke Ellington School of Music. Some past/current students: • Ben S …

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… Performing arts such as symphony, ballet, opera, theater, and R&B/Soul and Jazz concerts. Playing tennis and golf; hiking, skating, swimming, and horseback riding. I’d like to learn organic gardening, and experience sailing, skiing, and fishing! I like to splurge, and treat myself to luxuries that I can afford, but I find the greatest joy in simple pleasures, which are usually free and inexpensive. I also enjoy sharing my commitment to charitable service with my Sister-Friends.      What are yo …

… Some of us like to dance, some like to fish, some like football, some like hockey, some like traveling, some like jazz, some like opera, some like shopping, some like jogging, some like dogs, some like cats! Some like hiking, some like camping, some like rock concerts, some like R & B concerts, some like spending, some like investing! All enjoying life every moment we can! Tomorrow is not promised to anyone! We work hard, so why not play hard! We travel, socialize and enjoy the company of profes …

… Our Purpose: Sisters On The Move is an organization of phenomenal women coming together as sisters, Whether it's to chat, reflect, on the dance floor, over cocktails, dinner, a book discussion, Sisters night out,a game of spades, Jazz Sunday Brunch, a poetry reading, going to the Gun range, Game Night, bowling, skating, go karting, golfing, snow tubing, jewelry making, yoga, belly dancing, comedy club, a day trip, having a massage, attending church,headed to a movie, celebrating a birthday or g …

  Welcome to the PREMIERE social networking group in the ENTIRE Meetup community!! Let’s meet at TOP-QUALITY events…advance movie screenings, happy hours, plays, sporting events, museums, the Kennedy Center, comedy clubs, to listen to live music, attend festivals, concerts or just to relax and have FUN in the DC/MD/VA area. We welcome your event suggestions! A limited number of events may require travel to nearby cities (for Broadway plays and other social events etc.)   If you’d like to …

The purpose of this meet up group is to support Spoken Word/Poetry in Washington, DC. Come out and listen or come share your work! There are several venues in the "U" Street area that host "Open Mic" each week. We will Honor Gil Scott Heron, by hosting this Annual Poetry Festival. Please join us at Busboy's and Poets on Tuesday's and Wednesday's at 9PM. Our Annual event was held on August 27, 2009 at the Carter Barron. Our feature artist was Gil Scott-Heron. It was broadcast by WPFW - 89.3 FM, i …

This group is dedicated to vinyl records appreciation. The plan is to just  bring in a variety of records then all meet up at a local bar that has agreed to let us play them. Viola! We all show up and get a drink at the bar and groove to some tunes and talk/share knowlege. I had originally planned for music of 60's/70's because that is what I know best. But I think there is SO Much good music out there that is being lost or forgotten. So I'd like to open it up to Classical, Jazz, comedy, 20's 30 …