How to Have a Successful Jam Session
Take a look at the instruments that you and your friend(s) will be playing., Decide on a chord progression., The percussion typically begins by just keeping time with a simple rhythm., The other instruments follow the same pattern from simple to...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Take a look at the instruments that you and your friend(s) will be playing.
Jamming is meant to be fun, so you want to pick music that is fun for everyone to play and isn't too heavily focused on a single instrument. -
Step 2: Decide on a chord progression.
It is a good idea to start simple and as you get more comfortable with more complicated progressions. , As the jam progresses the percussion will build up in complexity and intensity bringing the entire band with it. ,, There is no pressure involved. -
Step 3: The percussion typically begins by just keeping time with a simple rhythm.
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Step 4: The other instruments follow the same pattern from simple to complex.
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Step 5: Have fun.
Detailed Guide
Jamming is meant to be fun, so you want to pick music that is fun for everyone to play and isn't too heavily focused on a single instrument.
It is a good idea to start simple and as you get more comfortable with more complicated progressions. , As the jam progresses the percussion will build up in complexity and intensity bringing the entire band with it. ,, There is no pressure involved.
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