Established in 2010 in LAVA cafe, the General Jam aims to bring together different jam formats and encourage songwriting in an inclusive and safe space.

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The General Jam is a philosophy that respects all artists, all formats and, where possible, all instruments and ideas. Singer/songwriters are encouraged to lead jams and play with new people. Playing solo can also be arranged.

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If you want to improvise or lead a jam around your new song or an old standard or cover, you are most welcome.

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We aim for a respectful environment where musicians, singers and lovers of music and musicians can come together, where all genres of music and performing arts are welcome and in any language.  Time slots are usually between 10 and fifteen minutes. The earlier you arrive the better your chances!

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To maintain optimum atmosphere and sound quality, if you would like to perform, please talk to the host as early as possible and inform them of your designs and microphone/sound requirements and who (if anyone) you want to play with!

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The 'Open Mic.' refers to an opportunity for singers and songwriters to lead the jam. It does not mean grabbing the microphone during someone else's performance. If you would like to lead the jam as a singer or share your vocals in a jam, please speak to the host on-scene as soon as possible.

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Some microphones are checked for harmonica's and some performances and time-slots have been reserved by early arrivals. Whatever you want to do can be arranged if you follow general procedure and talk to the host in good time.

Please bring your own instrument! 

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LAVA Sundays:

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19:45 - Special Opening Concerts

20:00 - Jam & Open Mic. (Plug-in)

22:22 - Round Table Acoustic Jam​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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STAY TUNED!!!