What we’re about
Intro
My name is Shane if you are reading this you too are a musician who wants to play with other people but have either not yet found the right people or are a little put off by the audition process. As a musician who has studied for over 10 years, I too have tried to take the next step from bedroom to stage and found that most ads for musicians are seeking seriously skilled musicians with live experience. I also found that ads for a more ground level experience were rare and very disorganised and as a result I was often disappointed by how quickly the energy would wane. I have found via creating the Sydney Jammers Meetup that there are many other musicians who would also like the opportunity to meet and play with like minded people who are also interested in sharing their unique talents. Feel free to reach out if you need to know more sydneyjammers@gmail.com
About
Sydney Jam Sessions Meetup is free to join and is an initiative that endeavours to connect musicians and nurture unique talents via a diverse network of passionate collaborative people in an environment that is easy going and non judgemental. The Jam sessions are currently held in professional rehearsal rooms in Waterloo and they run for three hours. The cost to attend a Jam is $25 per person which is pre paid via PayPal when you RSVP. 5 days notice is required for a refund and you are also protected via PayPal's refund policy say if I was to be hit by a bus. Feel free to reach out if you need to know more or wish to pay direct sydneyjammers@gmail.com
What is provided
The rehearsal studio provides a full drum kit, PA, 3 x mics, 2 x Guitar amps, 1 x Bass amp, keyboard amp and music stands. I would suggest that you bring your own mic stand and lead if you don't want to share. We usually get a lot of guitarists so I also suggest to bring a combo amp your pedals and a lead.
The Jams
Rock Band Jam - This is the most popular for people that are new to Jamming and/or just want to have a bash. Please follow this link to listen to the standard Play List of songs that we play.
Rock Band Jam Playlist
Snake Pit - This Jam has a limit of 10 Jammers and is focused more on free Jamming and improvisation. It's great for guitarists to practise soloing and getting around the mix as well as vocalists wanting to riff out lines to music.
Sydney Jammers Choir - We have access to a large room with a stage and are looking for someone to host a Pub type choir. If you are interested in either hosting or participating in an informal choir please feel free to reach out sydneyjammers@gmail.com
Guest Hosts - I'm looking for others to host Jams and happy to share the network and templates with anyone who wants to step up and drive. As a host you will jam for free though all costs are your responsibility. So if you think you have what it takes to host a killer Jam please feel free to reach out sydneyjammers@gmail.com
What Happens Next
You won't know if you don't try. Please don't do what I did and keep putting it off until I was either a better player or singer as playing with others requires experience that you cannot get in the bedroom though I must warn you it is highly addictive. A number of our Jammers have joined bands and are now playing gigs. The video on the front page is my band of Jammers doing just that. If this is something you want we can also help you form a band and curate a set list to play in front of your friends at one of our showcases. This is the most addictive and if you want to know more you could visit our Facebook page that has recordings of our most recent Jams.
https://www.facebook.com/sydneyjamband
Keep on Bashing, Shane
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Rock Band Jam June 22 2025 12pm to 3pm3by3 Recording and Rehearsal Studios, WaterlooA$25.00
The Rock Band Jam is a great opportunity to meet other musicians who may want to join a band or to just break out of the bedroom and make some noise. No pressure you do you though keep in mind that many bands have formed at these jams and if you ever dreamed about playing live you can do that in front of adoring friends and family at one of our showcases.
Please read all of this section as it will answer just about everything you need to know
The standard song list has some songs that are a good starting point as they are well know and easy to jam to.
Click on this link to go to the Song List
Song List Is HereHere is a YouTube playlist
YouTube PlaylistOn the Song List follow the links to the video and also chord sheet that also includes the lyrics.
If you would like to suggest a song that is not on the list please feel free to add it to this sheet and also what role eg are you are playing for example bass and singing lead. Please stick to fairly common songs as the more info like YouTube lessons and chord charts the more likely it will be played.
Please also add information about yourself at the top of the sheet and as we get closer to the Jam we can finalise the set list. The more info we have the smoother the Jam session.
The rehearsal studio provides a full drum kit, PA, 3 x mics, 2 x Guitar amps, 1 x Bass amp, keyboard amp and music stands. I would suggest that you bring your own mic stand and lead if you don't want to share. We usually get a few guitarists so I also suggest to bring a combo amp your pedals and a lead.
You will need to drum sticks, guitar, bass, keyboard microphone and whatever leads you need to power up and or connect to the PA. I will have two extra mics and stands though I am taking no responsibility for what ever germs are shared. If you have your own mic lead and stand I say bring it just in case.
Please do not turn up to the jam unless you have paid via paypal or reach out if you need to pay direct.
Happy to also hear suggestions from you as to how you would like the Jam sessions to move forward. sydneyjammers@gmail.com
