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anyone for jam/band/anything (concord / pleasant hill / martinez)

2009-07-05T22:20:46-07:00

im 17 been playin bass for 4 years
im easygoing so whatever you want to play is fine for me

Adult Piano Lessons (inner sunset / UCSF)

2009-07-05T22:14:19-07:00

Have you ever wanted to accompany yourself or play your favorite song on the piano? You are cordially invited to have fun and experience the joy of making music on arguably the most popular, powerful and sophisticated instruments by taking part in our adult piano lessons given by well qualified and profession pianists with years of experience in teaching. We offer one-on-one lessons for students of all ages and levels at Music City Academy. Any experience you may have in playing other instruments, singing and ability to read music coupled with regular practice should be assets for a quick start and steady progress.

Conveniently located at 1929 Irving Street, 3/F (cross st. 20th Avenue) in Sunset District of San Francisco, our mission is to provide quality, caring and inspiring music lessons to students to help realize their musical aspirations so that when they grow, we can also grow.

Rates for piano lessons are at $42 per hour, $35 for 45 minutes, and $25 for 30 minutes for private one-on-one lessons. There is a one-time registration fee of $25 for new students.

For more information, please visit our website at www.sfmusiccityacademy.com or call 415-681-8330.

Music City Academy

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San Francisco Music Studios for Rent (inner sunset / UCSF)

2009-07-05T22:12:09-07:00

Conveniently located on Irving Street (cross st. 20th Avenue) in the city of San Francisco, Music City Academy has affordable, spacious and very nice studios/recital room available for rent for private practice, jamming or teaching purposes.

Most affordable rates for studios equipped with piano at $10 per hour and recital room with baby grand piano on raised platform/stage at $15 per hour up, depending on usage and number of users. There is a minimum rental of one hour.

Please visit our website at www.sfmusiccityacademy.com for more details or call 415-681-8330 for an appointment to visit the studio/recital room.

Music City Academy

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Summer Voice Lessons (inner sunset / UCSF)

2009-07-05T22:11:01-07:00

Explore and enjoy the rich treasure of vocal music ranging from folk, pop, art songs as well as popular musical numbers and operatic arias while at the same time develop and enhance your vocal skills to the next level with affordable voice lessons given by experienced and competent vocal teachers.

We offer one-on-one private lessons for adult students of all ages and interests. Conveniently located at 1929 Irving Street, #301 (bet. 20th and 21st Avenue), San Francisco, CA 94122, Music City Academy aims to provide quality, caring and inspiring music lessons to help students realize their musical dreams. We have excellent teachers and studio facilities and interested musicians are cordially invited to visit us to check out our facilities. Students will get to sing their favorite songs and participate in periodic student recitals.

The rates for private one-on-one sessions are as follows:

- 30 minutes $25

- 45 minutes $35

- 60 minutes $42

Tuitions are paid in advance on monthly basis. There is a one-time registration fee of $25 for new students. For further details and appointment, plesae visit our website at www.sfmusiccityacademy.com or call 1-415-681-8330.

Key words: Voice lessons for adults, summer voice lessons, adult singing lessons, Music City Academy voice lessons, adult voice lessons, singing group in San Francisco, San Francisco voice lessons, voice lessons for children and adults, voice lessons for band members, children singing lessons, children's choir in San Francisco, Music City Academy children's choir, San Francisco music school,

Awesome Rehearsal Studio $275/mo (bayview)

2009-07-05T22:03:07-07:00

These rooms rock! 24-hour access, lockout, very secure. My band is a 3-piece, we've been sharing with a 5-piece without any problems because the rooms are big and they have storage space built in. The atmosphere is cool - everyone's super cool with each other and the guys who run the place are nice and actually give a shit about you. If you want a non-shared space they run from $375 up to $500 depending on the size.

There's only two shares available right now - they won't last. There's one single-occupancy room available as well.

Violinist/Fiddler for Hire and Violin/Fiddle Lessons (hercules, pinole, san pablo, el sob)

2009-07-05T22:02:35-07:00

Need some affordable music for your wedding or your next party? Or have you always wanted to learn to play the violin or the fiddle, but never had the opportunity? Well, now�s your chance! Support a young musician in her effort to scrounge up a living playing music. Get a classically trained violinist to lend a sophisticated air to your wedding or get-together, or a fun-loving prize-winning fiddler to add that special touch to your party. Want to learn to do it yourself? This talented teacher can show you the ropes of classical violin, or help you have some serious fun playing Irish, Scottish, or French Canadian fiddle. If any of this sounds like something you�re interested in, drop her a line � you�ll be glad you did. :-)

Willing to drive for weddings or parties
Lessons in San Pablo

Musical Saw! 2007-2008 International Musical Saw Champion (hercules, pinole, san pablo, el sob)

2009-07-05T22:00:00-07:00

Musical Saw! After winning the International Musical Saw Competition, the world�s best musical saw player can spice up your next party, no question. Have the party people will talk about for years to come. Even better, learn to play it yourself! Amaze your friends! Astound your family! Be the first one on your block to make melodious sounds emanate from your tool shed! Be the life of the party, and learn to play the musical saw!

Willing to drive for weddings or parties
Lessons in San Pablo

Old School Sloppy Blues~Guitar~Looking~? (palo alto)

2009-07-05T21:56:37-07:00

Looking for a line up of drummer & bass player for some sloppy electric blues. I'm a guitar player with an influence of old blues, rockabilly, Zeppelin, Cream, some funk...acoustic jams. I can also handle some vocals & piano. Let me know, I'm in the Palo Alto area.

seeking venue to start open mic/jam (downtown / civic / van ness)

2009-07-05T21:46:14-07:00

thanks for reading; i'm looking for a venue- bar or coffehouse, downtown or perhaps in the mission, that has a decent sound system/PA and would like to start an open mic/jam session
a place with a stage would be really fabulous. i'ld like to have a weekly event, any night Tues through Sat would be fine
Please contact me through the link above if interested; you can hear some of my music at http://www.theutah.org/artist/grasshopper or http://www.myspace.com/thegrasshoppersongs
i'm well known throughout the artist community and would love to host an event to bring music to your place
Thanks for considerating...

CHECK OUT LEVEL 12, Vote for them (EAST BAY)

2009-07-05T21:37:32-07:00

I am spreading the word to vote for Level 12 for MTV VMA BEST BREAKOUT BAY AREA ARTIST

http://www.ourstage.com/play/track/JKWSKYHGSLOP-sphinx-the-devil-on-your-shoulder

They rock live and should definately rep the bay at the VMAs

July 11th at the Rock-It Room, Level 12 & Park Lane (SAN FRANCISCO)

2009-07-05T21:32:30-07:00

July 11th is going to Rock! Dont miss this show!

Classical pianist looking to join a duo, trio, etc. (santa clara)

2009-07-05T21:31:02-07:00

Hi everyone. I'm 24 years old, and play classical piano. I'm looking to join a small group of other musicians to perform duos, trios, or maybe quartets or quintets. I'd love to perform in public, whether its for recitals or other types of concerts. If you're looking for a pianist to join your group, please feel free to contact me :)

Sax man collaborator (menlo park)

2009-07-05T21:17:22-07:00

I am relatively new to the B.A., and I'm looking for a recording partner. I have a home studio in Menlo and would prefer a keyboardist with a more thorough knowledge of the software than I possess. A good beat maker, etc. I stay in the computer too long, my horns don't recognize me.

Other than this: http://www.myspace.com/halmcmillen, I'm also interested in electronic, i.e. William Orbit, Gabin, Boozoo Bajou, Kid Loco, Kruder & Dorfmeister; and J. Scofield style funk.

I am doing remote recording for people in other parts of the world but it would be cool to work with someone local, take ideas from the ground up, then take them back down deep, where in-the-pocket is a way of life, and a 3rd party has to step in to break up the groove.

Please respond with a link to your work.

Be well,
Hal
P.T. LE, Reason, Mac ...

Still looking for band members (santa clara)

2009-07-05T21:14:19-07:00

I would like to find band members who can play to music I have written. Some background tracks are laid out by studio musicians as a guide. I have been in the studio forever and have never played out and I would like to. Please be able to play anything from folk, jazz, country, rock and blues. I write with every genre in mind. Thank you. I have 48 songs that need to be played by a band in bars and other venues. I also need the extra cash at gigs badly.
408 248-8818

Musical Minds (mountain view)

2009-07-05T21:10:31-07:00

I wanted to let you know about a music related webcast available from Nova/PBS this week.

The subject is the book "MUSICOPHILIA" by Oliver Sacks. The video will be available online only this week-- July 1 through July 7, 2009.

So I recommend you catch it while you can! I have read the book and found this music research to be quite interesting.

Here is the link: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/musicminds/program.html

If you would be interested in learning to play the piano, feel free to contact me at afreeman@mountainviewpiano.com, (650) 964-1552 or www.mountainviewpiano.com.

Amy Lynn Freeman
Licensed Simply Music Teacher

VOICE LESSONS: ALL AGES/LEVELS WELCOME! AFFORDABLE! (oakland east)

2009-07-05T20:54:41-07:00

Have you always wanted to learn to sing, but never felt equipped? Do you find yourself taking extra long in the shower so you can have more time to sing? Are you a singer looking for a versatile teacher? I would be happy to work out an individual plan with you based on your voice, your needs, and what you would like to accomplish.

About Me: I have been singing for 20 years. I am professionally trained in operatic, choral, Acapella, and Broadway styles of singing. I also have professional experience doing jazz, contemporary, rock, blues, and flamenco. I am currently a PhD Candidate in Performance at Stanford University, and I have my own band which performs both in the Bay Area and nationally. I have a wealth of experience working with youth (both arts-related and not) teaching, tutoring, and running after-school programs, so I am completely equipped to take on students of all ages.

Singing is a great way to channel emotion, and is thus a fabulous natural stress reliever. Exercising the voice is imperative for mental, spiritual, and emotional well being....and besides that, it's FUN!

Affordable Rates!

Please email me to schedule a consultation. Let me know your name, age, experience, preferred styles of singing (or singing you enjoy listening to), and what you'd like to get out of lessons. Also, feel free to provide me with any other relevant information.

Look forward to hearing from you :)

Tne Song "2012" Stellar Story/Future (Pleiades)

2009-07-05T20:42:43-07:00

2012 can you feel?--than See Light 7/7 Listen: http://myspace.com/jernestsongs

Mariachi Trio available for your Event (willow glen / cambrian)

2009-07-05T20:42:26-07:00

Add the spice of beautiful Mexican music to your next event with a classic Mexican trio! Trio Sol de Mexico provides entertainment for any occasion throughout the SF Bay Area. Call Daniel at 408-821-7215 or 408-971-2813

Website: http://www.triosoldemexico.com

Listen to samples: http://www.youtube.com/TrioSolDeMexico

�Disfrute de la hermosa m�sica mexicana en su pr�xima fiesta con un tr�o mexicano cl�sico! Tr�o Sol de M�xico les proporciona entretenimiento para toda ocasi�n a trav�s del area de la bah�a de San Francisco. Contacte con Daniel en 408-821-7215 celular � 408-971-2813.

Musicians. The BRAK ATTACK wants ya (glen park)

2009-07-05T20:38:47-07:00

Hey all. We'd like to aquaint with ya. If your a musician, in a band, or just you.. say hit :) we'll give you a working pen.. just kdd

The Brak Attack

www.myspace.com/thebrakattack

Big Band Jazz in Intimate Setting (alameda)

2009-07-05T20:35:16-07:00

Super Big-band Jazz

Every Wed. nite at 8 p.m., at "Roosters Roadhouse," a funky art-deco club
at Grand & Clement in Alameda, "Soundwave," the 20 piece Bob Enos jazz
band plays. Enos, who did some arranging for Kenton in the fifties, is the arranger,
composer, and conductor of this band, with a book totaling over 1,400 charts!

Playing in the Kenton, Ferguson, Rogers, Basie, & Ellington modes, the band is
comprised of "heavyweights," including Jeff Roach and contemporary alto sax recording
notable Pete Yellin. The well-known Kentonite bandleader, Mike Vax occasionally
guests to help "wow" the audience. Bob Parlocha, of KCSM broadcast fame, plays
in the sax section as well. Latin percussionist Jay Adams, an original KJAZ broadcaster,
weaves rhythym, melody, and accents to add to the texture and fabric of the band.

Coincidentally, Jay, while a KJAZ broadcaster, drove a black on black Jaguar roadster.
A movie (Play Misty For Me), directed by jazz lover Clint Eastwood, was rumored to be
be loosely patterned after him and the Jag.

The band had rave reviews after a couple of outings in the San Jose Jazz Festival.

Come listen!

Drummer (brisbane)

2009-07-05T20:30:25-07:00

i am a drummer interested in playing jazz/big band, or experimental
music of some kind. i've just recently got into jazz and big band so
i don't have much experience playing it.
as far as the experimental thing, i don't know. different instruments,
vocals aren't necessary, something different.
thanks

an mc wanting to start hip hop/rock (san jose downtown)

2009-07-05T20:30:24-07:00

Wanting to start a hop hop/raggae/jungle/rock. I have an mc, singer, dj keyboardist. and possibly a drummer. Need a bass player and a guitartis and another keyboardist. Let me know if anybody from the east bay to San Jose would like to jam. Let me know, thanks, send emails to bleev510@YAHOO.COM.

DRUMMERS!! established touring fast punk/pop punk/ hardcore band seeks (concord / pleasant hill / martinez)

2009-07-05T20:25:23-07:00

A REAL OPPORTUNITY!

Established touring fast punk/pop punk/heavy band seeks touring drummer, current drummer works so we are looking for a potential fill in or full time member who can tour frequently and devote more time and energy into the group.. This is a good op. We currently have some great label interest and would like to put out a new release and get back on the road asap. Been featured in national magazines, videos, radio and more. played Vans Warped Tour, and other big tours. 12 tours total. played with many BIG bands, good tourvan, booking agent. National sponsors you HAVE heard of, Full merch catalog etc. We HAVE FANS all over and play larger shows frequently. have a great chance at "making it" with our band, just need to keep up our momentum with a tour ready drummer. Basically jumping into an established band and skipping all the B.S and 6 years hardwork it took to get here, lucky you ;)
NO, hard drugs or douchbags. Alcaholics pretty much suck too, ,we're very driven and work hard with our band, all that stuff is no good and just gets in the way. weed is fine.
we're easy going and generally nice dudes, but are VERY serious with our goals as a band and its success.
ages 17 - 28 roughly, MUST be a skilled drummer who hits hard and plays solid. must be able to play super fast punk beats, AND double bass metal style and everything in between WELL and SOLID**. Previous band/tour experience is good. Please only respond if you are awesome on the drums, this is a good opportunity and requires a basically professional drummer, period. showmanship and look is a plus.
MUST be ready to rehearse 3 times a week, and able and ready to tour ANYTIME. we dont give a shit about your job, and neither should you. We DO give a shit about rocking fat shows and giving this band thing a real shot. Joining up with us will consume your life and require tons of your time, but thats what it takes. and thats what we do. and thats what you would need to do too. and have TONS of fun the whole time doing it
respond with your number, and a link/myspace/youtube of you playing live or on a recording. feel free to list your influences and drum history as well, age, city, etc also. again, please only respond if you know you can play this style well, and are ready to jump into the touring & recording process asap
thanks!!

(pic from one of our random tourdates)

young gunslinger guitar player wanted (vacaville)

2009-07-05T20:16:43-07:00

We need young gunslinger guitar player for a new up and coming country artist, ready to tour. Must be professional and must know country music very well. Must have all tools and gear and transportation, needed to play and get to gigs. We need a guy who is ready to play 3-5 nights a week or go on tour with us for months at a time. contact 707-249-0138. This artist has his album coming out in two months... Call for more information...

KEYBOARDIST AVAILABLE (san mateo)

2009-07-05T20:01:20-07:00

KEYBOARDIST LOOKING FOR LOCAL JAMS

Mid-50's age rocker steeped in Classic (rock) tradition tho not bound to it. Flexible, naturally talented tho still an amateur. Looking for weekly jam sessions on the peninsula. Influence: Doors, Santana, Eagles, Deep Purple...(tho not into repeating history). Would truly like to produce some original material of any stripe, especially fusion of the *MAHAVISHNU ORCHESTRA genre though DIG THE BLUES, TOO. If it leads to gigs, okay. If not, okay. For fun only. okay?

*changes in tempo (usually not dance-type of grooves)
use of syncopation and odd time signatures
use of lengthy melodies, contrasting harmonies with dissonance
use of instrumental counterpoint

Brian
650 465-2286
Practicing tho non-pontificating Buddhist so
Ego, Drugs never part of the Act

Bass Player/Vocalist Looking to Start a New Band (dublin / pleasanton / livermore)

2009-07-05T19:57:27-07:00

I�m a bass player and vocalist and I�m looking to start a new band, or join an existing one. I have a few of my own songs, but I would love to collaborate with someone and create new songs, and play some of your songs too. I�m interested in a 3-5 piece group of chill, creative musicians who want to make their dreams of playing for a living a reality. Please don�t be too busy that you can�t practice at least once or twice a week.
Influences (definitely not limited to)-
-Radiohead
-Silversun Pickups
-Muse
-Queens of the Stone Age
-Pink Floyd

Thanks for your interest!

Psychedelic (santa cruz)

2009-07-05T19:43:26-07:00

Looking for people who wanna make psychedelic/folk/rock We are in our 20's and both play guitar and sing. Hoping to find people who embrace psychedelia and understand new and old psychedelic music. Drums, Bass, Organ/Keys and 3rd guitarist are all needed. Singing and vintage equipment a plus. Look forward to hearing from you! myspace.com/Hashishins

GUITAR/AUX Needed for new alt rock band

2009-07-05T19:16:05-07:00

We're a new 3-piece eclectic alternative rock band looking for a fourth who plays guitar and/or keys, maybe some scratching, and/or any other ambient noise-making instrument. Our influences include NIN, Alice In Chains, Incubus, DMB, Radiohead, Police, Foo Fighters, and many others. We have a bunch of solid original tunes that will probably evolve a bit with your added creativity (which we welcome). We also have some local Bay Area and SoCal venue contacts.

To hear some semi-rough recordings, go to www.myspace.com/nakedanimated . Then, if you're interested, let us know.

Peace.

Musicians Wanted ( Bay Area)

2009-07-05T19:11:09-07:00

Charles Sedlak is forming a review. Flamenco/Latin Rock Fusion. I have major league contacts. I have a resume that will get us booked almost anywhere.
I need the following.
Rhythm Guitar : you have to be able to play electric and nylon string guitar ( and own at least one of each )
Bass: Need a Baddass slap funk Latin type player
Drums: Rock/Funk dude
Percussion: Congas/Timbales and all kinds of cool
Keyboards: If you like Jan Hammer you got the gig

I live in West Oakland 5min. from Soundwave rehearsal studios.
I hope the musicians I work with will bring their ideas to my already existing music however, to get some idea of what I'm doing pleas visit www.charlessedlak.com
or call me. 925 339 9888
Thanks,
Dr. Charles Sedlak

SWING BAND AVAILABLE - JAZZ BIRDS (BAY AREA)

2009-07-05T19:02:42-07:00

JAZZ BIRDS' hot and sweet style and original vocal arrangements of classic songs from the jazz, swing era, continues to delight music lovers throughout northern CA. Known for their high-flying harmonies and soaring syncopations, the group pays tribute to the great composers and performers of the 1930's and 40's. Their period dress, hats and attitude adds zest as they present a warm return to the big band era. Band members include Gail Cruse, upright bass; Vicki Neville Coffis, guitar; Cher Perterson, cocktail drums and Paul Tarantino fills out the JAZZ BIRDS' sound with amazing solos on saxophone as well as tenor and bass clarinets. This up and coming group is familiar to those who attend the Monterey Jazz Festival, Monterey Dixieland Festival and the National Steinbeck Center. For a preview of their music and a full Bio, please visit http://www.jazzbirds.com
Contact Gail Cruse, 831-227-9008 for booking information.

Ama(IAM A)Evolution Lookin 4 Bassist, Acoustic and/or Electric Bassist (SF Bay Area)

2009-07-05T19:01:35-07:00

Up and Coming Original Musicians/Artist Rock, Soul, Funk, new sound original native to the SF Bay Area Children of the Revolution, Roots, Rock Reggae, Hippie, Time for Change age of Hope Obama, Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, Dizzie , Chaka Khan,Angela Bofill Ozzie, Rage against the Machine, Tool, and so many sounds going through my Head type of Band is seeking a Raw A*s Bassist who wants to take their Art to the Ultimate Level! We have a monthly Studio space @ Sound Waves Studios a Historical Landmark in West Oakland, where Bay Area Artist who have conquered the world of Music started out from Tupac to Third Eye Blind, No hired Guns, you gotta be Down 2 Ride or Die Band Style, Michael Jackson is an Angel and it's Time for Musical Genius' of This Day and Age to Step Up and Rise to the Occasion. I know ya'll be tryna live off lil gigs here and there, but What about International Travel with your Talent!
If your a Bassist Lookin to be apart of a Band hit me Up, I can Sing like no Other, got a Slammin GuitAR Playa and Crazy Motha**** on the Drums. We got stuff on Myspace under Ama Evolution, but the mix is a ROUGH MIX, send me a message I can send you a cool updated version of our Music, we are planing to ReRecord in August. Must have time to Rehearse, Play Gigs( local/Out of Town/Country), Open Mics, Festivals, Street/Park Fairs etc.
Peace Respect 1
AmaEvolution

Singer with paid gigs needs band!! (fremont / union city / newark)

2009-07-05T19:00:13-07:00

Im Amber Jene, a solo artist who has paid gigs lined up to play at venues such as Avalon in Santa Clara and Zen Lounge. But! I do not have a band! I have written songs, but want to collaborate with another musician to make more
songs. My style is rocker with a pretty sound. I'm super fun and goofy and always have the best sets. My voice is very professional and my songs are catchy. Come play with me! ;)
PS: Im doing this to make great music and to gain exposure, and have fun, not for the money. If that's what you care about, then seek elsewhere please.

listen to my songs at
myspace.com/amberjenemusic

Classical North Indian Musicians Available ((Bay Area))

2009-07-05T18:50:11-07:00

SITAR! SAROD! TABLA! Classical North Indian musicians available to perform for Weddings, Parties, Events, Lecture Demonstrations and Private Concerts.

For rates and enquiries please contact ZamzamaArts@gmail.com.

(Performance, music, sitarist, Raga, mahfil, jugalbundi, sitar player)

Sitar Lessons! (San Francisco)

2009-07-05T18:48:26-07:00

Are you interested in learning sitar and/or expanding your knowledge and appreciation of North Indian Classical music?

I am available for teaching students of all levels. I have returned to the Bay Area after living in eight years Calcutta, studying under the renowned sitarist Deepak Choudhury, senior disciple of Pt. Ravi Shankar, the legendary exponent of the Maihar Gharana. I am currently under the guidance of sitar virtuoso Kartik Seshadri and pursuing further studies at the Ali Akbar College of Music (AACM in San Rafael).

Beginners, children, and musicians interested in learning the sitar or learning Indian Classical music on their own instruments are welcome.

Instruments are available free for use during the lessons in San Francisco and San Rafael.

- Acquire a firm grounding in the theory and structure of North Indian Classical Raga and Tal (rhythm)
- Develop proper form and technique
- Learn the care, handling and maintenance of the sitar
- Support in selection or evaluation of an instrument

Individualized lessons also held in Berkeley and San Rafael.

$50.00 per hour (Some kind of work exchange may be possible)

Call Joanna Mack at 510-229-7497
or
email joannamack@gmail.com

(sitar teacher, sitar instructor, sitar classes, sitarist)

Sitar Lessons in Berkeley (berkeley)

2009-07-05T18:47:18-07:00

Are you interested in learning sitar and/or expanding your knowledge and appreciation of North Indian Classical music?

I am available for teaching students of all levels. I have returned to the Bay Area after living in eight years Calcutta, studying under the renowned sitarist Deepak Choudhury, senior disciple of Pt. Ravi Shankar, the legendary exponent of the Maihar Gharana. I am currently under the guidance of sitar virtuoso Kartik Seshadri and pursuing further studies at the Ali Akbar College of Music (AACM in San Rafael).

Beginners, children, and musicians interested in learning the sitar or learning Indian Classical music on their own instruments are welcome.

- Acquire a firm grounding in the theory and structure of North Indian Classical Raga and Tal (rhythm)
- Develop proper form and technique
- Learn the care, handling and maintenance of the sitar
- Support in selection or evaluation of an instrument

Lessons are now being held at the Viceroy at 21 Shattuck Square (corner of Shattuck and University) in Berkeley.

Individualized lessons also held in San Francisco and San Rafael.

$50.00 per hour (Some kind of work exchange may be possible)

Call Joanna Mack at 510-229-7497
or
email joannamack@gmail.com

(sitar teacher, sitar instructor, sitar classes, sitarist)

DRUMMER AVAILABLE-- (treasure island)

2009-07-05T18:34:32-07:00

i do not presently have a drumkit,i am saving up to get one ..though
so this.....for now is an ad specifically for bands that already have a drumset
in the rehearsal studio
i can help out with rehearsal costs,etc.
im in my thirties.
i have played in 3 bands,played drums for about 4-5 years.

my influences are : blink 182-rush-faith no more-nofx-rancid-everclear-r.e.m.-sum 41-korn-mr. bungle-i like all kinds of music-im very openminded----nevermore-rem-system of a down-rage-chilli peppers-tomahawk-jesus lizard-ministry-love and rockets-deftones-andrew w,k,,beck,slayer,ani difranco,mum,melt bannana,deftones,megadeth,jesus lizard,alanis morrisette,johanna newsome,dimmu borgir,r.e.m.,bruce springsteen,merle haggard,willie nelson,children of bodom,god forbid,discharge,minor threat ,7 seconds,fugazi,system of a down,rage,smashing pumpkins,death angel,swans,kmfdm,morbid angel,gbh,7 seconds,dag nasty,rudimentry peni,the boredoms,mum,badly drawn boy,beck,devandra barhardt,michael gira,jarboe,nailbomb,etc i love all kinds of music!!!!

i do not drink or do drugs
too old for partying!(laughs)

very reliable
i love playing drums
i will be the last the leave rehearsal,and prolly the first to show up
i have a really good attitude.
415-724-3252

bass player needed for upcoming gig (san rafael)

2009-07-05T18:31:17-07:00

We need a bass player for a gig Aug 8th, with the intention of playing together long term if its a good fit.

We play mainly classic rock covers (Police/Zeppelin/Beatles/Deep Purple/Aerosmith/Ted Nugent/Rush/Aretha Franklin/etc) and also some blusier stuff like Stevie Ray Vaughn/Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and some newer stuff like Stone Temple Pilots/Cake/No Doubt/Cracker/etc. I put our song list below. We rehearse in San Rafael at Music Spectrum and have a pretty flexible rehersal schedule, usually once/week from 6:30-9:30, We play for fun and are not looking to tour the world anytime soon yet take the music seriously and hope to at least cover our rent every month. Let me know if seriously interested so we can get together and jam!

1. Come Together - The Beatles

2. The Weight - Aretha Franklin

3. Fire - Jimi Hendrix

4. Can't Stand Losing You - The Police

5. Get Up, Stand Up - Bob Marley

6. Ramble On - Led Zeppelin

7. Peace, Love, & Understanding - Elvis Costello

8. Mystery Achievement - The Pretenders

9. Harder To Breathe - Maroon 5

10. Underneath It All - No Doubt

11. What's Up - 4 Non Blondes

12. Tom Sawyer - Rush

13. Plush - Stone Temple Pilots

14. Hush - Deep Purple

15. What's Goin Down - Kenny Wayne Shepherd

16. Get Off This - Cracker

17. The Seeker - The Who

18. Love You Madly - Cake

19. Steppin Stone - The Monkees

20. Casanova - Eric Lindell

21. Sweet Emotion - Aerosmith

22. Surrender - Cheap Trick

23. Nobody's Fault But Mine - Led Zeppelin

24. The Wait - The Pretenders

25. Helter Skelter - The Beatles

26. Moonage Daydream - David Bowie

27. Bold As Love - Jimi Hendrix

28. Saturday Night's Allright for Fighting - Elton John

29. Message In a Bottle - The Police

30. Free For All - Ted Nugent

31. Hey Baby - Ted Nugent

32. Up the Neck - The Pretenders

33. Smokin in the Boys Room - Motley Crue

34. The Ocean - Led Zeppelin

35. Aint Talkin Bout Love - Van Halen

36. Snow (Hey Oh) - Red Hot Chili Peppers

37. Couldn't Stand the Weather - Stevie Ray Vaughn

38. War Pigs - Black Sabbath

39. Immigrant Song - Led Zeppelin

40. Day Tripper - The Beatles

41. I Wanna Be Sedated - The Ramones

42. Chevrolet - Robben Ford

43. Sing Singin - Johnny A

44. Heartbreaker - Pat Benatar

45. Cold Shot - Stevie Ray Vaughn

46. Pride and Joy - Stevie Ray Vaughn

47. The Wind Cries Mary - Jimi Hendrix

48. My Favorite Mistake - Cheryl Crow

49. Hella Good - No Doubt

50. Black Knight - Deep Purple

51. Evenflow - Pearl Jam

52. Hard to Handle - Black Crowes

guitarist seeking another guitarist to write with (pacific heights)

2009-07-05T18:28:47-07:00

Hi - I'm looking for a fellow guitarist to start writing tunes with. I've been taking lessons for years now and practice regularly by myself (and jam with a few friends every couple of weeks) and while practicing is fun it's best to test your chops by trying to play lead over a riff you didn't come up with yourself.

About me
-25
-Playing since 16
-Good gear - I own a few guitars with a full pedal board of effects (built it myself) and a not so great (and soon to be upgraded) 40 w marshall amp (I haven't gone bigger since I mainly play in my room)
-Know my theory - scales, keys, covering the fretboard (I'm trying to improve on how I cover chords, but that's a whole different story)
-Mainly play lead
-Can sing
-Have a few songs I've written in the past 6 months but have no vocals for them

I guess my first love is grunge rock, but I listen to all types of stuff (Pantera to CCR to the Who to Jimi to Sevendust to Pearl Jam). That said my playing has taken me heavily into jazz and blues (though I love nothing more than rocking out to Tool)

Ht me up if you're interested.

-Dave

looking for confident female indie/country/folk vocalist

2009-07-05T18:17:02-07:00

just moved here and i'm looking to play. i have songs ready to go. looking for a female, ages 20-30, who sings with confidence and wants to do something serious. i have songs already recorded so you can hear what style i'm going for. if you have samples of your voice i'd love to hear it! thanks and i look forward to hearing from you.

Bassist Available (east bay / san francisco)

2009-07-05T18:10:02-07:00

Bassist with lots of gigging experience. Easy going, team player. Hard working, always prepared. Classic rock covers, instrumental, fusion, originals. http://www.myspace.com/dabassturd

Teachers � losing students in the DownTurn ?

2009-07-05T18:09:33-07:00

click here for some Hot Tips about communication, time, money, and identity.

http://www.secondsightmusic.com send Michael Smolens an email

Improv Coaching

2009-07-05T18:06:11-07:00

ALL INSTRUMENTALISTS (string, horn, and mallet players, guitarists and bassists, too)

ALL STYLES (jazz, Latin, African, funk, pop, classical) / ALL LEVELS (beginning through pro)

If you're just starting out your journey as an improviser, you'll love what happens when the doors swing wide open.

If you're already gigging and even teaching, you'll love the feeling of filling in all those "gaps" and blowing the lid off of what you thought you were capable of.

You'll be working one-on-one with one of the most experienced, patient, and richly trained musical coaches in Northern California. And you'll be meeting in the most luxurious and fully-equipped teaching studio around ~ great PA and recording gear, mallet and percussion instruments from around the world (including drum set), huge Yamaha grand piano and synthesizers, big CD and book library, and lots more! I can coach and accompany you from a wide variety of instruments (including voice) to match whatever playing situation you'd like to take on.

HARMONIC THEORY ~ navigate easily through different flavors of harmony and create your own harmonic colors "on-the-fly," even if the piece has no chord changes.

WESTERN & EASTERN SCALES ~ scales from the East are no longer "exotic," they're just guaranteed to spice-up your playing.

EAR-TRAINING & THE VOCAL CONNECTION ~ the fastest way to build your confidence as a player is to build "your ear" and let it come through your voice, you'll get hired more often, too!

TRANSCRIPTION ~ writing out tunes (as well as solos) that inspire you is a great learning tool and the next step for building your musicality.

RHYTHM & FIND Y0UR "GROOVE" ~ when your rhythm is solid everything falls into place as your phrasing takes on a
new freedom, regardless of the meter.

FREE IMPROVISATION ~ a great technique to loosen-up your creativity and create spontaneous music with friends that really works.

COMPOSING & ARRANGING ~ you've probably thought about it for a long time, now's the time to jump in and hear your creations played like you hear them.

You'll learn how to:

set-up an inviting practice environment
maximize your practice time
learn tunes from the "inside out"
(not some time in the distant
future, but right now)

I've been teaching IMPROVISATION CREATIVITY to folks from all backgrounds, skill levels, and interests for over three decades. I have published and lectured extensively on the art of practicing and am on the staff of Sonoma State University and JFK University. I've also studied with some of the most innovative jazz teachers today, including Art Lande and Kenny Werner. Currently, I am finishing my eighth CD of original works that feature jazz legends Stefon Harris (vibes), Paul McCandless (reeds), and Zakir Hussain (tablas).

Michael Smolens can be reached at (510)649-7993 /
if no answer, please try (510)684-4852.

You can e-mail him or read more at his web site, www.SecondSightMusic.com

Unlimited support for your lessons: call or e- mail me
and I'll answer any of your questions that same day.
Great Berkeley location ~ just minutes from the Bay Bridge.

You can also read advice on practicing and musical creativity or read some of the Words of Appreciation.

"Michael Smolens is a unique teacher because he helps you develop to become a
'complete musician.' For me, this has meant encompassing areas such as more
confident performance, more productive practice, and a more positive approach,
in addition to the traditional technical and theoretical studies. I've been able to fill
in gaps in fundamental skills while concurrently learning how to achieve the more
advanced contemporary sounds I wanted to incorporate in my guitar and band
playing. The ability to study vocals and arranging with Michael also adds to my
versatility and value in professional situations. Most recently, I started performing
stand-up comedy and Michael has given me very helpful coaching on speech and
delivery, and provided a number of excellent resources for study.
I would highly recommend Michael to any instrumentalist or performer."

-- Jerry Goldstone (pro guitarist/vocalist/arranger)

"Michael has been able to detect my strengths and weaknesses quite specifically and
pinpoint ways for me to improve. His approach is systematic and a good mix between
technical and artistic..."

-- Alan Wick (clarinetist)

Cellist/Guitarist looking for experimental/electronic/ambient group (north beach / telegraph hill)

2009-07-05T18:02:27-07:00

I am an art student at sfai and have been studying cello for 13 years. I have gone through training with all types of musicians ranging from concert cellists to experimental/electronic professors. I'm looking for some people to work seriously on some music. I have a minimal amount of recording equipment, but run my cello through a multifx pedal..making it a bit easier to modify. Playing guitar, synthesizer, melodica, and theramin currently. Guitar-8 years. Synth-4 years

Does someone here teach mixing and mastering??

2009-07-05T17:59:06-07:00

I read a post a few months ago about a engineer who is working within the industry. I want to get there too. No tv supervisor or record company will accept my own mastering. Is the mix wrong or what? Everything sounds right to me so what am I doing wrong? Please, is there anyone here with cheap instruction that knows this stuff? If you have not done any mastering with anything bigger than a local indie band, I am not looking for you. There is something I am missing or can't find in a book anywhere. Bernie, Bob, or Johnathan will teach this. Who else knows mastering? I will pay almost anything. If not, why the big secret? Please only people who really know. No uniformed opinions please.

piano teacher (glen park)

2009-07-05T17:45:55-07:00

I am a teacher with over 20 years of experience who enjoys working with students of all ages. I graduated at the top of my class from a major music conservatory (The Eastman School of Music), hold Bachelors and Masters degrees in piano performance, have done doctoral work in performance and music theory, and have performed throughout the United States. I currently maintain a large private studio in San Francisco and teach piano and music theory at University of San Francisco, where I am an adjunct professor.

In this classically-based instruction you will learn pieces by great composers from Bach to Brahms and beyond, discover how to feel comfortable at the piano, develop good reading and listening skills, learn how to practice, understand some theoretical aspects of music, and, if desired, learn how to perform and communicate your musical ideas to listeners. My students range from beginner to advanced. I welcome students who are returning to the instrument after a hiatus.

My music studio--which houses a small grand piano, audio equipment, music software programs, and hundreds of scores and books on music--is located in Glen Park, walking distance from BART and the 26, 44, and 52 bus lines, and right off I-280. My fee is $60 for those who attend regularly, and includes, in addition to a 50-minute private lesson, occasional studio classes.

Visit my website at www.pianosf.com for further information and e-mail or call me at 415-587-4741 if you wish to schedule an introductory lesson.

Bass Guitar Lessons (FIRST LESSON FREE!)

2009-07-05T17:44:50-07:00

Bass Guitar Lessons.
All ages are welcome!
I have more than four years of experience teaching music, I have studied many years abroad. I'm specialized in this instrument but I play many more as well.
Patient lessons, each student is different and special.
If you're looking to take your instrument to the next level, then you're in luck. But if you're just starting, even better! The first musical
introduction in your life is very important.
Different styles covered, reading, writing, ear training, playing tunes, technique, feel, and lots of fun!!
Reasonable price.

You can listen to some of my compositions at www.myspace.com/tomaslatorre

Call 415-240-7656 (Tomas)
or send an email to tomaslatorre24@hotmail.com

Start right now!

_Recording Mixing Production on Pro Tools_killer rates ! (hayward / castro valley)

2009-07-05T17:43:22-07:00

Protools Recording in Hayward.
Nice clean large recording studio.
Great sounding rooms.
excellent speaker system.
Nice FX and plugins
Lots of keyboards and sounds.
Great references.
Years in the biz.
low competitive rates.
Mixing and mastering available too.

Call now

_Bill^Williams_
_510_266_3752_
(bwilliamsmedia@aol.com)
(www.billwilliamsmediaproductions.com)

Bass player looking for project (fairfield / vacaville)

2009-07-05T17:27:21-07:00

Looking to hook with a band or upcoming project. Have 20+ years exp. pro equipment. I work full time ,like to practice once a week maybe twice if nessesary. Like playing hard blues and rock from the 60's till current. must be marketable. ( nobody likes to play for free) Live pics are from 6/13/09

drummer looking for a group (downtown / civic / van ness)

2009-07-05T17:25:31-07:00

trying to for a power duo/trio
The Yeah, Yeah, Yeahs, The White Stripes, The Ting Tings, Death From Above 1979,
GreenDay, The Kills, Daft Punk, The Transplants, Blink 182, The Distillers,
Pineapple Express...ROCK MIXES of Lady Gaga, Kanye West, Katy Perry, etc...

Me: drummer, drums, shared rehearsal space, good attitude!
You: music, lead instrument, drive, and attitude!

Lets make music for the masses!

Original Band seeks Kick-Ass Guitar player & Singer (brentwood / oakley)

2009-07-05T17:15:43-07:00

Are you looking for an established Original band that wants to kick ass and ROCK ?
We are looking for a driven individual to play Original music.
Bad Influence is a High-energy band, formed in 2002, that is looking for a high-energy guitar player and a new Lead Singer.
Bad Influence has played at the Hard Rock Cafe in Sacramento, Contra Costa County Fair, and came in Second place in a nationwide contest sponsored by Cabo Wabo Tequila and Sammy Hagar, and has played many, many bay area clubs.
Most recently - last month the band played at the Time Out in Concord, Toot's , Rooster's Roadhouse, and travelled to play at clubs in Sacramento, and Reno.

No rookies, no flakes, no BS - and no Combo Amps!
You MUST have Pro gear. Rehearsals will be once a week in Brentwood.
We already have many songs that are ready for the studio and to play in the clubs. So, if you are good, we can be out gigging in a month, or less !
If you can also write songs, your influence will be welcomed for future songs for the second CD.

To listen to some of the songs & read a few articles about the band,
CLICK HERE to hear the first singer we had
or check out the MySpace Page:

Please submit a photo and a sample of your playing , along with previous band expeerience to :
bad.influence@comcast.net

>>DRUM SET LESSONS<< (petaluma)

2009-07-05T17:09:56-07:00

AUDIO SAMPLES AND MORE INFO PLEASE VISIT:
School of Drums.com
Tracy Rose Drums.com
Tracy Rose Trio@myspace
Tracy Rose Trio.com
Tracy Rose School of Drums, Drum Lessons, Sonoma, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, North Bay,

RE:TO ALL COVER BANDS AND PEOPLE THAT BOOK COVER BANDS (haight ashbury)

2009-07-05T17:07:55-07:00
Well said. And I must ad that it's your fault you're not getting what you so richly believe your entitled too. People don't want to listen to you for a reason. What do you think that reason may be? Hint: it has everything to do with YOU!!! and what you're selling or trying to sell.
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I think we as musicians need to take more responsibility for our own demise. Clubs hire cover bands because that is what their market wants. You guys for some strange reason cannot understand that concept. You feel entitled just because you feel your talent is special. Then you blame record companies, promoters, clubs, and other pop bands. What about the fans? They are the ones who decide, not you, not clubs or record companies. It's the fans, the market. Here is how you beat them. Find out what the market wants, create it, and they will support you. Period.

The music industry did not give us those Disney bands or all of those no talent pop groups we all hate so much. The market did. For some reason, they are not feeling what you're sellin'. You can do something to change your attitude about how you record music, or you can continue being pissed off at the wrong enemy. It's wasted energy. If you are no playing music for money, then you have nothing to be angry about. Nobody is stopping you from playing music. Why stop them from doing their thing? This is not Iran. Take some responsibility.

Need a Piano Teacher for July / August (cupertino)

2009-07-05T17:02:24-07:00
Need a Piano teacher for my 10 year old for July and August 2009.
Need two 45 minute sessions per week.
Please send in your fee/rate requirement.
Would prefer for the teacher to visit us in Cupertino during the day before 5 PM for the lessons.

RE: TO ALL COVER BANDS AND PEOPLE THAT BOOK COVER BANDS (novato)

2009-07-05T16:59:32-07:00
First off I've been involved in one way or another with the music scene here in the Bay Area since the late 60's. So, I've seen more than most of you. And I can say in all honesty, that it has been a VERY long time since I've seen or heard an original band that was worth the price of entry. There have been a few. But for the most part since the advent of Punk, Garage, Grunge, Alternative and what have you. The original music scene has SUCKED! And here's why. Since the beginning of Punk the standard for musicianship has fallen to an all time low. Why? Because there is so little musical skill involved. That means ANYONE who can count to four and down-stroke a few simple chords now feels compelled to make music. Because they realized how incredibly simple it is to do. And since then the playing sucks, the music sucks, the songwriting sucks, and the singing sucks. The bar has been set SO LOW that the scene is overwhelmed with mediocrity. I've heard so many bands that just plain suck in every way possible. But that's all you know. And you didn't bother to do a little research to find other music. And when you did a little research you quickly relized this! HOLY SHIT!! I'll have to actually learn how to play the guitar. And I don't want to put in the time and energy to actually get good enough to play this other music. So I guess I'll stay right here where I'm accepted as a "musician" even though I know that I can't really play the guitar well enough to be in a band that requires it's members to ACTUALLY play with skill.

Now what you have with cover bands is a bunch of players who were able to recognize superior playing, writing and singing and decided that they too wanted to aspire to a higher and more skilled musical level. AND LOT"S of people recognized the great skill set and enjoyed it. Those same people went out at some point to hear original music and were disgusted at the crap they heard. And so they went back to what the liked. There are some enormously talented musicians playing in cover bands. MUCH more talented in every way than most all of the original bands I've heard. The guitar players can play circles around some nit-wit strumming chords or down-stroking the same 3 chords to a slammin four four beat.

Face it man people have come to realize that there is so little worthwhile going on in the original music scene that they all ask "why is music dead here in the Bay Area" Because a bunch of hacks are still sound like a bunch of hacks. So my advice to you is: Listen to what has gone down in the past (before punk etc..) take a few lessons in composition and skill. And maybe, just maybe someone will pay attention to what you have to offer. Until then.... learn how to actually play your instrument.

Jazz Bassist Seeks Jazz Pianist (Belmont)

2009-07-05T16:57:21-07:00
I'm an upright bassist with a lot of professional jazz and latin experience. I was schooled on the bandstands of NYC by playing with some notable artists such as Norman Simmons, Jimmy Heath, and others. I also play electric bass guitar. In recent years I've been mostly using that ax to play funk, r&b, blues, rock, etc. Now, I'm itching to refocus on jazz and maybe latin or latin-jazz.

To get things started, I'm hoping to find a jazz pianist who'll make the time with me to work up fresh arrangements of standards and possibly original compositions. The goal is to get out of the studio quicly and get work for the piano-bass duo. If and when it seems right, we can add vocals, drums, or other instruments, provided that (a) I can find work for the bigger combo, and (b) the musicians we add don't transform us into a pickup band dong fakebook gigs. In the past I've gotten a stable combo working regularly, up to 5 nights each week, and kept it working for many years. I'm hoping to do this now.

I'm very serious about this. I can provide most of the resources needed to get started. I have a professional recording studio with plenty of room for even a large combo. It's equipped with an acoustic piano that's well tuned and voiced with good action. It also has a high quality drum kit. The studio is a professional recording facility with a sound tech available for making, mixing, and matering a demo or a full album.

So, I hope to find a pianist with the experience, skills, passion, and the commitment needed for creating a working jazz combo. If you're interested, please tell me where to call you. I won't waste your time.

Guitar and Bass setups by Jeff Matz of High On Fire (oakland lake merritt / grand)

2009-07-05T16:49:35-07:00
Hello all. I'm offering killer instrument set-ups for an extremely reasonable price. I�ve been repairing, maintaining and adjusting guitars and basses for years, and I�ve had the privilege of learning from some really great techs and luthiers. Setup includes: � Full action adjustment � Set pickup height � Set intonation � Cleaning/Polishing � Fingerboard cleaning/Polish frets. Standard set up charge is $40. Quality workmanship, fast turnaround time. Each set-up is geared to your individual needs as a player so you may get the most out of your instrument. Call 510-893-1301 and leave a message or Email me at jeffmatz@hotmail.com for an appointment. Cheers!

Me with Tim Butcher (Lemmy's longtime bass tech) Soundchecking Lemmy�s bass while on tour with Motorhead

Looking for energetic & Epic members (concord / pleasant hill / martinez)

2009-07-05T16:49:00-07:00
We are currently looking for a lead guitarist and vocalist to complete the lineup. Our sound is very raw, dynamic, and catchy. Some of our influences are, Iron Maiden, old metallica, judas priest, dio, gwar, journey, testament, pantera, megadeth, Ozzy osbourne a la Randy Rhodes; you get the idea. The ideal guitarist should be someone that can shred, but can compose solid riffs that can lead to awesome tunes. The vocalist we are looking for is a Bruce Dickinson / Phil Anselmo type. We are drama and ego free, so we would like the same from you. We drink and the ocasional 420, but nothing beyond that point. If interested in getting together and try out, email us.

Blues/Rock Guitarist needs Gig (vallejo / benicia)

2009-07-05T16:37:32-07:00
New to area: Pro guitarist with pro gear and experience seeking musicians with talent and direction. I have played in several bands in LA and Sacramento. I cover country/folk and top 40, but play electric blues/rock best. Clapton/Allmans/BB King leads. Neil Young and Tom Petty songwriter. I have 80 original songs on soundclick.com under "Pelican Evermore" . I can move an audience, but mostly I enjoy playing with players.

I need to jam. Get in touch.

Rick

re: TO ALL COVER BANDS AND PEOPLE THAT BOOK COVER BANDS

2009-07-05T16:36:51-07:00
I think we as musicians need to take more responsibility for our own demise. Clubs hire cover bands because that is what their market wants. You guys for some strange reason cannot understand that concept. You feel entitled just because you feel your talent is special. Then you blame record companies, promoters, clubs, and other pop bands. What about the fans? They are the ones who decide, not you, not clubs or record companies. It's the fans, the market. Here is how you beat them. Find out what the market wants, create it, and they will support you. Period.

The music industry did not give us those Disney bands or all of those no talent pop groups we all hate so much. The market did. For some reason, they are not feeling what you're sellin'. You can do something to change your attitude about how you record music, or you can continue being pissed off at the wrong enemy. It's wasted energy. If you are no playing music for money, then you have nothing to be angry about. Nobody is stopping you from playing music. Why stop them from doing their thing? This is not Iran. Take some responsibility.

Looking For Female Vocalist for Acoustic Project (santa clara)

2009-07-05T16:35:46-07:00
Well here I am yet again....still in search of a female vocalist. hoping that someone will bite. if you are interested i have a myspace page where you can check it all out. www.myspace.com/thethousandmiledivide check it out

NY psych-folk-oldtime for SF gigs... (san fran)

2009-07-05T16:17:08-07:00

hello,
solo musician from upstate new york newly based in seattle, looking for a gig or two in san francisco between july 13 and the 22nd.
i play a hybrid of acoustic, psych, roots music, ambient, singer-songwriter similar to bonnie prince billy, woven hand, michael gira, horse feathers, and richard buckner (who i've worked with). would love to meet some new folks and eventually do some show swapping between san fran and seattle.
easy going, laid back guy here. good at accompaniment with bands in similar style. (i play banjo, guitar, musical saw and can sing harmonies).

cheers,
- gp

http://www.myspace.com/gregpaulsound
http://www.myspace.com/matewan

Tuesday Open Mic @ Angelica's Bistro... (redwood city)

2009-07-05T16:16:59-07:00
Showcase your musical talent on live stage

We are hosting the open mic this Tuesday in the inside dining room. Play your original music, play some covers, jam with others, or demonstrate your virtuosity. Just make sure you have a good time. Music is generally acoustic but we can run an electric bass through our board. There is also a piano available.

Many performers who have played the open mic have been recruited into playing regular gigs. With three stages for live performance and the summer season kicking in, we are always on the lookout for new talent.

Angelica's serves from an excellent dinner menu and superb wine/beer list. It is a great place to bring your family and friends for dinner and drinks and be entertained by some of the bay area�s phenomenal up and coming artists.

show starts at 6:30pm

Angelica's Bistro, 863 Main St. Redwood City, (650) 365-3226, within walking distance of Caltrain

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/entertainment.htm

WORLDS Most Powerful New Artist . Beats All Competition (cole valley / ashbury hts)

2009-07-05T16:00:45-07:00
The biggest and best new Artist is beating all competition and bashing his way through the stagnate , boring , over produced garbage the industry is pumping out .

Incredible Rap Artist and Rock's new super star { Big-Rap-6 } has now been officially ranked as California's top Rap Artist and now he wants to take on all Rockers . " Big Rap 6 " is the worlds answer to the lower level music being created by " Fiddy Cent , Kenya West , Akon and so many others who are ripping off America with their OVER MARKETED under talented material .

The powerful Rapper challenges any of todays fake Rappers and mega over hyped Rockers to an " All out - in your face - balls out - better music competition " with the world watching . NO ONE ... can match the power and skill of today's biggest phenomenon in music .... BIG RAP 6 .

DEAL WITH IT !!!!!!

Prog-rock band looking for committed, high-skill LEAD guitarist (sunnyvale)

2009-07-05T15:57:09-07:00
We are a technical-progressive project looking to complete our roster with interests of recording, live performance, and ultimately getting signed.

Currently our line-up is: a vocalist(22yo), a guitarist(24yo), a bassist(21yo), and a drummer(20yo). Our style is probably best defined by as by one of the more over-used terms in music...Progressive. We don't write in generic formats and incorporate a heavy amount of dynamic layering with plenty of instrumental sections(we have some instrumental songs, as well). Some bands/artists we're influenced by are Dream Theater/Cacophony/Queensryche/Zero Hour/Racer X. We will email you recordings upon request.

In a guitarist, we're looking for someone who's talented and versatile, as some of the riffs are heavy, technical and fast, so chops are a must. We're no strangers to arpeggios/fast scale-runs/tapping/etc, so it'd be a plus if you are already fairly fluent with these techniques/concepts. There's a lot of room in our music to show off your talents, along with a good number of guitar harmonies.

Please also be reasonably within our age range. No disrespect at all tothe older players/singers, but we're looking for players between about 18-25 years of age.

Email a response to this ad with your name, a description of yourself and influences, a phone number to reach you by, and a previous recording if you have one (perfectly fine if you don't). We take this band very seriously, so please don't expect any response from us if your reply is all of 2 sentences.

Thanks for reading and hope to hear back soon

re:TO ALL COVER BANDS AND PEOPLE THAT BOOK COVER BANDS (UP YOUR ASS)

2009-07-05T15:35:49-07:00
Sounds like a guy that doesn't have enough talent or business sense to get a gig; and so is taking his frustration out on working musicians, and people who actually can play.

Cover bands are not taking any original bands gigs- the clubs that cater to cover bands are different, and so is the clientele;the people that do original music are not there to see cover music.. And conversely, not everybody wants to see 4 original heavy metal bands that all sound exactly the same;just as not all heavy metal fans want to see a cover band playing dance music.

You just sound like a very frustrated guy that can't get his shit together, and needs a scapegoat.

MUSICIANS NEEDED (mountain view)

2009-07-05T15:24:41-07:00
Musicians needed for a country band, we're primarily looking for a guitar player, drummer, steel guitar player, fiddle and bass. If you can sing harmonies that is a plus!
Email me for more info, thanks!

The KLEZMANIACS need musicians (mountain view)

2009-07-05T15:13:42-07:00
The KLEZMANIACS are looking for a few good musicians. Actually - a few musicians. Enthusiasm and love of the music are more important than talent, though talent doesn't hurt either. Alta cockers welcome.

Our motto - "We play for weddings, bar mitzvas and circumcisions - on the cutting edge of Jewish music."

We don't charge a lot for gigs, so if you're looking for money - or for fame or for sexually generous admirers of your gender preference - we can't help you. But if you live in in the peninsula or southern SF bay area and want to have fun playing Jewish soul music, check out www.klezmaniacs.com and send e-mail to Zvi the Fiddler at fiddlerzvi@att.net

And email Zvi if you'd like us to play at your party.

Songwriting

2009-07-05T15:06:12-07:00
PRIVATE SONGWRITING LESSONS:
Are you interested in having the best songs for your demo or upcoming cd? re-igniting your musical passion ? or creating more material to add to your portfolio? Attend my 4 week work shop were we focus on you coming up with original ideas, getting unstuck (what to do with a blank page!) Creating memorable titles, catchy hooks, memorable melodies. and can be the catalyst for reignighting your musical passion.
Lyrical focus on area you are most challenged with- such as Getting Started, Form,Melodys, Rhythm, Original Ideas, Memorable Titles, Getting unstuck, Avoiding pitfalls!
All Genre's Pop, Rock, Jazz, Hip Hop, R&B, Spoken word...

4- one hour lessons -scheduled for 4 weeks in a row at $200

4 week workshop: In this workshop format class, your instructor provides feedback, & writing assignments to help you generate 4 finished songs to add to their resumes- Students are expected to bring a song for review each week, establishing a structure that allows students to get and stay in the creative flow. To get the most out of this class, you should have written a couple of songs and be able to play and sing well enough to perform in class, or be able to make and bring recordings of your songs.

(please don't worry about being a pro, beginners, intermediate and professional artists will all benefit from the classes and everyone in the class is there to learn! your feedback and assignments are suited to YOUR ability! ) :-)

BEGINNING SONGWRITERS: you have written 1-5 songs
INTERMEDIATE: You have taken the beginning songwriting workshop and have written more than 5 songs

About your instructor:
Tamra Engle who's work has received multiple awards including being on the Grammy nominating ballot.
Her sound has the rock sensibilities of Fleetwood Mac and the folk edge of early Neil Young;
With a career in music spanning more than twenty-five years. This engaging acoustic performer has worked as a studio musician in Los Angeles and toured the country tirelessly.
She has had songs placed in television movies, and nationally aired commercials.
She also works as a Artist Business Coach helping artists grow their careers and prepare for performances-
She has helped artists prepare for Grammy Awards, American Music Award, ASCAP Award, as well as SXSW, Cochilla, Bumpershoot.

REPLY to this post and indicate if you are a beginning or intermediate songwriter

Class tuition is due in full at the beginning of your first class

Class times can be scheduled: *M-F Between 10am-6pm Sa- 10am-12pm-

TO REGISTER:

Send a email please include:
YOUR NAME
YOUR PHONE NUMBER
Please indicate if you are a:
BEGINNING SONGWRITERS: you have written 1-5 songs
INTERMEDIATE: You have taken the beginning songwriting workshop and have written more than 5 songs

Your Preferred day/time for 1 hour lessons- Class times can be scheduled: *M-F Between 10am-6pm Sa- 10am-12pm

NEXT CLASSES Begin the week of July 6th - to maximize your success should be scheduled in 4 consecutive weeks

Killer Demo= Best gigs

2009-07-05T15:05:14-07:00
TO GET THE BEST GIGS, YOU WANT YOUR MUSICAL "CALLING CARD" TO BE THE BEST REPRESENTATION OF YOUR SONGWRITING AND BAND'S PERFORMANCE

To do that you need a killer demo (or full lenth cd)
Great Photograpy
Killer Bio
Media Reviews
Social Media Presence- Myspace, Facebook, Twitter
Identifyable Brand / Logo
Web Design
Building and developing YOUR network to grow your indy career.

I am your personal business consultant who has had a successful corporate and music career-
I have combined my business and music knowledge, and now earn a living as a independent artist,
and help other artists learn how they can have a their own success. (my bio is below)
I would love to help YOU realize you dream of being a successful indy artist:

THINGS I CAN DO FOR YOU:

I will help you stay organized- contain your costs and working smart to build a successful career.

Songwriting coaching- making sure your songs are tight and well written.
Answering questions relating to licensing-publishing-copywriting-

Sizzling Photography Cover letter, Bio & Media kit

Performance Coaching- Presenting and marketing to the right venues- Eye popping performances that leave your audiance wanting more-
Are you preparing for important showcase performances or prepping for your upcoming CD release- How you look when you perform and HOW you entertain the crowd is AS important as how you SOUND (you never get a 2nd chance to make that 1st impression).

You will work with the best- Songwriting, Producers, Recording Studio's Engineers- Mastering-Photographers- Bio Writing-Duplicators-Distributing- and reviewers
*Working with a variety of budgets! * Debut to Established Artists Website & Social Media site recommendations to present a consistant image targeting YOUR audience

About your instructor:

Tamra Engle who's work has received multiple awards including being on the Grammy nominating ballot.
Her sound has the rock sensibilities of Fleetwood Mac and the folk edge of early Neil Young;
With a career in music spanning more than twenty-five years. This engaging acoustic performer has worked as a studio musician in Los Angeles and toured the country tirelessly.
She has had songs placed in television movies, and nationally aired commercials.

She also works as a Artist Business Coach helping artists grow their careers and prepare for performances-
She has helped artists prepare for Grammy Awards, American Music Award, ASCAP Award, as well as SXSW, Cochilla, Bumpershoot.
REPLY to this post and PLEASE indicate what area you are looking for assistance with, and a way to contact you.

get gigs & your next band (berkeley)

2009-07-05T14:59:55-07:00
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN GETTING GREAT GIGS? OR PUTTING TOGETHER A GREAT BAND TO PROMOTE YOUR MUSIC?

I Am a Entertainment Business Consultant that can help correctly set up and utilize your social media page with a great profile (no pimping required, just a great site)

DIFFERENT SERVICES PROVIDED:

BIO WRITING: geared toward attracting booking agents or other artists (depending upon what your focus is)

MUSIC VIDEO TAPING: Filming an excellent one camera shot with title and credit rolls- to show off your performance chops

MUSIC SELECTION / UPLOADING: I can help you select the best representation of YOUR music to post on your site

PROFILE PHOTOS: Upload existing, or capture a great new pic to use for your profile page.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES PROVIDED:

- Treating your music like a business, and actually making a living doing what you love: I can help you get organized, & put together a 1 year plan to maximize your success and save money.
- Targeting Venues
-Having the best media kit for getting new gigs (bio, 1 sheet, cover letter, reviews & links to your music)
-Songwriting- Are your songs the best they can be?
-Video Taping your shows to make a music video
-Recording an EP or CD- References to the great and AFFORDABLE recording studios, engineers, producers, session musicians, photographers, CD artists
-Logo Design- For your CD cover, Tshirts, and other merch.
-Preparing for a CD release
-Answering any questions about Performing Rights organizations, Copy writing, Licensing, & Publishing -Website and social media design to target YOUR audienc, grow your fan base, and maximize your success.
-Performance Coaching- Presenting and marketing to the right venues- Eye popping performances that leave your audiance wanting more-
Are you preparing for important showcase performances (you never get a 2nd chance to make that 1st impression).

About your instructor:

Tamra Engle who's work has received multiple awards including being on the Grammy nominating ballot.

Her sound has the rock sensibilities of Fleetwood Mac and the folk edge of early Neil Young;

With a career in music spanning more than twenty-five years. This engaging acoustic performer has worked as a studio musician in Los Angeles and toured the country tirelessly.

She has had songs placed in television movies, and nationally aired commercials.

She also works as a Artist Business Coach helping artists grow their careers and prepare for performances-

She has helped artists prepare for Grammy Awards, American Music Award, ASCAP Award, as well as SXSW, Cochilla, Bumpershoot.

Available for face to face or email consultations * we discuss your project and I put together a package that contains costs for you.

REPLY to this post and PLEASE indicate what area you are looking for assistance with, and a way to contact you.

Piano tunes for your film

2009-07-05T14:58:17-07:00

My original piano tunes for films/documentaries, $125.00 per MP3 file.

Email me for samples. Serious replies only.

Death METAL \m/ (vallejo / benicia)

2009-07-05T14:43:35-07:00
I'm 20 in the Napa area looking to start a band or join one, death/black metal is the majority of what i play though other various genres have suited my fancy. i tend to be lead guitar. Influences- Nile-behemoth-decrepit birth- immortal- spawn of possession- zyklon- luciferian- artery eruption etc etc. If you're interested send me an email.

Gypsy Jazz Guitar Performance and Instruction (san carlos)

2009-07-05T14:41:51-07:00
Gypsy Jazz Guitar Performance and Instruction

Hello! I am back in the Bay Area and available for jazz guitar and "gypsy jazz" guitar instruction. I've been playing for roughly twenty years and have more than ten years experience teaching guitar in both private and group settings. I'm happy to assist players of all skill levels to help them achieve his/her musical goals.

Just a few examples of content I teach in the gypsy jazz curriculum are:

-proper right hand rest stroke picking technique
-gypsy jazz ryhthm (la pompe, waltz, latin)
-left hand fingerings and patterns, arpeggios
-gypsy waltzes
-developing speed, playing fast and staying relaxed
-improvisation
-Django Reinhardt solos

Please contact me via email for more info on my rates, available times and lesson location options.

Also feel free to view my website for more information on my background, itinerary and free audio:

www.dougmartinguitar.com

Thanks!

Mastering for your music @ Best (lower haight)

2009-07-05T14:33:01-07:00
Professional Music Mastering

Please visit our website at http://www.acixmastering.com to get more information and to hear samples of our work. We provide professional mastering for vinyl and CD, crystal clear and broadcast ready. Our policy is to charge a very reasonable price of $35 including up to two rounds of changes per track, if needed. Turn around time is 1-2 days for a maxi or EP. LP albums usually take 3-5 days. As you will hear from our samples, we provide excellent results and our clients are always happy and come back to work with us again.

Music Website Design

Our clients have frequently expressed an interest in our website design. Due to their requests, we've partnered with a designer and now we can offer the full package: a stand alone artist website with the option of delivering digital distribution and sales in CD quality 16/44 WAV or AIFF format. We can also embed streaming audio and video clips, Flash animation, photo galleries. Of course the price will be determined by the various elements that are incorporated into the design, but we can assure you, it will be a very reasonable rate. The most basic website starts at $350.

fun Pianist for your party, event, Wedding Ceremony & Reception (entire Bay Area)

2009-07-05T14:19:15-07:00
Looking for a fun and entertaining musician for your upcoming Bay Area event? Michael Udelson has over 20 years of experience playing for parties and weddings, and entertaining guests at San Francisco's finest hotels and restaurants. Getting married? If you need ceremony music, solo piano is a classy & elegant choice! But get the right one....
There are a lot of great song and style options for solo piano: standards, classical, jazz, pop or even current songs done instrumentally.

Michael Udelson has been the house pianist at the Four Seasons Hotel SF for over seven years.
His repertoire ranges from 1930's standards (Gershwin & Cole Porter, Sinatra tunes) to songs by current artists such as Coldplay, Green Day, Oasis.
And EVERYTHING in between. Michael can play over 1400 songs from every era in between.

visit his website www.SFpianoplayer.com
to listen to audio samples and read press and comments too!

In fact, Michael would be great for your reception, cocktail hour or dinner as well.
Affordable, because you only have to hire one musician. One entertaining musician with a fun and eclectic repertoire.
You can save by having Michael play for both the ceremony, and the reception!
He has a great portable keyboard that sounds like a nice grand piano- (if one of your venues doesn't have a piano.)

He's available throughout the Bay Area and even Napa, Sonoma-- hell even Sacramento? give it a shot....
visit www.SFpianoplayer.com and call 415-359-4151

Rehearsal Studio! (hayward / castro valley)

2009-07-05T14:16:23-07:00
A newly renovated rehearsal studio is looking for new tenants! Lava Music Prod. has openings during the week for bands that are serious about their music. The studio is fully equipped with sound that contains a mixer, mains, monitors, mics, cables, and stands, plus easy load-in and load-out. The parking area is secure and well lit. Located in the industrial area of Hayward, you won't have to worry about residential neighbors complaining that you're playing to loud and to late! We're located just 5 minutes from Hwy. 880 from the Whipple Avenue exit. We have packages that will fit your budget that we're sure you won't pass on! So if your tired of rehearsing in the garage, and ready to go to the next level, simply make an appointment to view by calling (510) 682-4500 and we'll get you and your crew up and running ASAP!

Lava Music Prod.

Rock/Pop/Indie Drummer availabe (San Francisco)

2009-07-05T14:08:46-07:00
I'm a drummer with recording and gigging experience looking for an original rock/pop/indie type band with a good sense of dynamics, melody and song arrangement. There seem to be a number of acoustic-rock, metal or jam bands looking for drummers, but that is not what I'm looking for. I'm looking for a band that wants to play mostly electric stuff and one that has catchy and memorable vocals. You should be able to play at a reasonable volume; loud is not better. Age doesn't matter to me as long as we can rehearse twice a week and get local gigs.

Please reply with something online that I can listen to and a little bit about yourself. I'll reply with samples of mine if I'm interested. Thanks.

Drummer wanted for Israeli band (palo alto)

2009-07-05T13:45:36-07:00
The Peatot�s amazing drummer has gone back to Israel, leaving us on the hunt for the best musician fill in his spot on the stool.

The Peatot band plays cover versions of famous Israeli songs from the recent 30 years. Our styles are very diverse, ranging from rock, pop through ethnic and Mediterranean.

In the recent year we�ve had a chain of successful gigs in the SF bay area, packing up houses in Palo Alto and Cupertino, headlining "The Independent" in SF, and entertaining thousands in the annual "Israel in the Gardens", held at the Yerba Buena gardens. (see videos below)

For us, playing in The Peatot is a fun, exciting and rewarding experience. We work hard, we deliver the goods, and we get excellent response from our audience.

Would you like to join us? Send a message and we'll happy to meet you and see what works out!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJW4sIZIt4w
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8e1yJ7uoM8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60CBbXjFU0k
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7L7D10dZQ4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1_sdNdvYIU

~"Soul Retreat" Band Auditions~ (santa rosa)

2009-07-05T13:45:30-07:00

~ Auditions ~ Auditions ~ Auditions ~
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

�Sweet Sis� & Soul Retreat

is holding auditions for�

Piano/Keyboard ~ Drums/Congas ~ Elec.Guitar
~ Elec.Bass ~ Violin/Fiddle ~ Horns ~
Male Lead vocal (smooth, soulful) ~ Background Vocals

~We play a soothing blend of Timeless Classics~
Oldies, R&B, Motown, Swing, Smooth Jazz, Country and Gospel

"Indulge yourself in a Soul Retreat�.
�..and Dance the night away!!"

Please send your Bio to �Sweet Sis� at:

soulretreatmusic@gmail.com

Looking for rehearsal/recording studio space (oakland lake merritt / grand)

2009-07-05T13:36:48-07:00
I record/create experimental music and I'm looking for space in which to build a small project studio. I currently have a home recording studio but I'm running out of space, and I'd like to set up a studio in Oakland or Berkeley.

My ideal situation would have a modest "live room" (maybe around 15'x15' or more) and a second room to use as a control room (10'x10' or so), where all of my equipment would be set up. I would also be interested in a large enough space where I would have the option of building my own control room - sort of a room within a room.

I am just beginning my search, so I don't know what's out there or what people are asking for. If you have something that's available, or have any suggestions, please email me (Jeffrey) and tell me what you've got.

Thanks!
Jeff

pro tools help $$ (SF)

2009-07-05T13:35:36-07:00
I have a song I need rearranged
need someone I can pay to come over and show me how

The Swingin Door Blood Sugar Sex Machine Every Month (San Mateo)

2009-07-05T13:29:34-07:00
Blood Sugar Sex Machine!!! Yea
Due to Outrages turnout
Blood Sugar Sex Machine Will be playing The last Thursday of every month
@ The Swingin Door In San Mateo
A tribute to The Red hot Chilli Peppers
Cover, and Dance Band
A must see!!

Do ya Wanna Party? Well do ya Punks
Were coming to Chew Bubble gum
and kick ass, and were all out of
Bubble gum!

Please come out and party with the band

Red Hot Chile Pepper Tribute and Cover Dance Band

Bookings

Readytarock.com

R&R@sanbrunocable.com

650 742-9607

Rehearsal Space Available (san jose downtown)

2009-07-05T13:19:17-07:00
Band Practice Space & Recording Studio

Any band or individuals looking to practice and/or record in a open space with good acoustics? I have an introductory hourly rate of $12.50/Hr with Monthly specials at some of the lowest rates you will find in South Bay:

Monday - Sunday 7:30pm - midnight

4 SESSIONS/MONTH - $165 ($125 first month)

8 SESSIONS/MONTH - $345 ($150 for first month with 3 month contract)

$12.50 PER HOUR (MIN. 3 HR SESSION) - INTRODUCTORY RATE
** We have an on-site sound engineer available for technical support, recording and equipment setup.

IT IS AN UPSTAIRS (500 SQ. FT.) REHEARSAL SPACE NEAR SJSU WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENITIES:

Two Restrooms on site (upstairs/downstairs)
Fridge to keep your drinks cold
Complimentary Coffee and Water
Free Building Parking & Easy access

Please give a call to check out the Rehearsal Space or reserve a session. PH: 650 843-0771

LOOKING FOR HIP HOP/R & B ARTISTS FOR UPCOMING THUG LIFE PROJECT (san jose south)

2009-07-05T12:53:10-07:00
Looking for artists for upcoming Thug Life X project. We recently released volume one, and are now working on the second of the two cd's to be released this year. You can go to www.thuglifex.com for more information on the first project which features Mopreme Shakur (Tupac Shakur's brother), Big Syke (Featured on Tupac's "All Eyez On Me double cd), DeVante Swing (of Jodeci), Celly Cel and more!

The second volume will include artists such as DJ Quik, AMG, Nump (of E-40's Sik Wid It Records) , Dren of Thug Life X, Big Syke, Mopreme Shakur, Young Blum of Thug Life X, Tila Tequila (of MTV's A Shot At Love), Shock G (of Digital Underground) and more! If you don't have beats or production we will provide it for you. We are looking for only the best artists! Sex, color or age is not a factor! The project will be distributed worldwide with plenty of exposure. We will also shop the best artists to to secure recording contracts with Calisas Hollywood and or Interscope Records if we receive good feedback from fans once the album is released. We are looking to put the album out mid to late August 2009. We are looking for artists to do solo songs, and also some will also feature with the above mentioned artists!

Please respond with your myspace page, contact info and or location and/or links to your music, or send your mp3's to the email below. We are Los Angeles based but looking for talent from all over.We are using the tools/connections we have to help promote the artists, as a fast track to getting your name out there! We will be shopping the artists on the compilation that develop a following for major distribution deals, which will lead to signing with our recording label, Calisas Hollywood Records. We will cover the costs for manufacturing and distribution, the artist will cover the cost of promotions for this particular project. We want to help the artists that want to help themselves. We will also be filming music videos for select artists on this compilation, which will be covered by our label. Please respond to : management@thuglifex.com

We also be looking for actors and actresses in the near future for an upcoming hip hop themed feature film. Please contact Dren if interested at:

management@thuglifex.com

Good Luck!

KEYBOARD PLAYER needed for band (vallejo / benicia)

2009-07-05T12:49:51-07:00
Seeking KEYBOARD PLAYER, who can SING to complete our band. We are reliable, down-to-earth, serious, and passionate about music.

We are interested in pop, rock, punk, new wave, alternative band that will start out doing covers and eventually include original compositions. You must have your own gear, have a steady job and have transportation. You must be 21 or older and be able to practice once or twice a week. Please no drugs or alcoholics. No egos. No flakes. No drama. Please be in it for the LOVE of Music.

Influences include (but not limited to other artists):

Foo Fighters, U2, Journey, Toto, Pink, Tears for Fears, The Police, When in Rome, Joan Jett, Janet Jackson, Kenny Loggins, Led Zeppelin, Alana Davis, Andrea Boccelli, Staind, Brian Mcknight, Santana, Ben Folds Five, Selena, Beatles, Jon Secada, Stevie Wonder, Elvis Presley, Hall & Oates, Alanis Morisette, Ricky Martin, Linkin Park, Patti Labelle, America, Air Supply, Al Jarreau, Gary Valenciano, Earth Wind & Fire, John Mayer, Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Barbara Streisand, Usher, Avril Lavigne, Bread, George Michael, Alicia Keys, Prince, Teena Marie, Spandau Ballet, Lee Ann Rimes, Shania Twain, Lauryn Hill, Kirk Franklin, Freestyle, Bebe & Cece Winans, Maroon 5, James Taylor, Donna Summer, Madonna, South Border, Side A Band, I love �80�s music, etc....etc...

We would love to hear any previous work done. So send any links you may have and/or photos. If you think you�re on the same page as we are or if you have any questions, please respond to this post. Thanks.

Need funky sax and trumpet players for gig July 11th (San Francisco)

2009-07-05T12:45:00-07:00
We have a trombone player but need a sax and/or trumpet as well. The gig is Saturday July 11th at the Boom Boom Room in SF. Looking for players with good improv skills. Rehearsal Wednesday in Hayward but not required as long as you practice on your own. You can hear most of the tracks and download our charts at our website, www.thisisbulk.com

Pay is about $50-60 depending on what we pull in.

Exceptional Bass Player Wanted (western addition)

2009-07-05T12:44:48-07:00
We are four: two guitars, keys, and drums. Multiple vocals. We have original music, and are into various bands, but are honing our chops on Dead/Jerry songs. It would be a plus if you're familiar with this music. We like to improvise and make things our own. Whether it's Pink Floyd, the Beatles, Van Morrison, or Lucinda Williams. The goal is good music. Really good music. We have the technology, we have the desire. We need a bass player.

Contact me if you would like to make music with us, and can do so in rhythm, while blending your volume well, being remarkably creative in your approach and perhaps smiling.

We're in SF and practice weekly.

--Arif
415-307-9480

GUITARISTavailble,private events (pacific heights)

2009-07-05T12:42:49-07:00
Guitarist- I am a classical/blues/rock guitarist available to perform at weddings,reaturaunts,winneries, private parties and corporate events. I perform beautiful guitar music that includes English Renaissance,Baroque and Spanish classical and Celtic. When requested, I also perform pop/blues and classic rock to a backing disc. I also play alittle flamenco and jazz. i find performing a variety keeps an event flowing and interesting for clients and their guests. To hear this music and see me perform on videos, please visit my website www.markabdilla.com, youtube or go to www.gigmasters.com I work for a reasonable rate.
If interested in hiring me and want specific details please call 707 332-3565 or 650 346-4701 thanks, Mark

Sax and clarinet player for hire

2009-07-05T12:32:16-07:00
I'm a Marin-based saxophone and clarinet player who has over 15 years professional experience playing jazz, swing, blues, Dixieland, and classical music. My jazz playing style is in the mode of Lester Young, Coleman Hawkins, Ben Webster, and early Sonny Rollins on the sax and Johnny Dodds, Bob Helm, Edmond Hall, and a touch of Benny Goodman on the clarinet.

I can read music and improvise on the complete range of saxes and clarinets (bass through soprano). I own most of the saxes (soprano, alto, tenor, and bass) and clarinets (soprano, alto, and bass). I've also performed classical, pit band, and other various "legit" gigs on both sax and clarinet.

I'm available for paid gigs and studio work, either as a sub or, if the situation is right, a regular player. I can play solo and my small jazz group is available for hire as well. Check out sound clips of my playing at this site: http://demos.campbellsjazz.com/. If you're interested feel free to email me at brian@campbellsjazz.com or give me a ring at 415-499-3316.

Thanks,

Brian

keywords: sax saxophone saxophonist clarinet clarinetist jazz swing music saxman

looking for bandmates... (lower pac hts)

2009-07-05T12:31:46-07:00
31 year- old guitar player/ singer/ songwriter just finished my first independent album-- i played most of the instruments myself-- and looking for bandmates. influences: jeff buckley, wilco, neil young, radiohead, r.e.m., the rolling stones. looking for 25-35 year olds.

email for mp3 links.

thanks.

~lee.

Any Bass Players wana jam today?????? (santa cruz)

2009-07-05T12:27:38-07:00
Any Bass Players wana jam today? Rock, Funk, Blues, space... you know Jam out? 20+ years players. Open for fun.

Drummer's (set plus Djembe") and Guitar seek bass player for a jam in Santa Cruz. Just for fun nothing serious. Hey, it's July 4th weekend we feel like playin. Would be around 5 PM. Well probably fire up the BBQ too. Be open to others possibly email or call.

831-477-9905 ask for John.

Peace

Monday night open mic - The Hotel Utah Saloon (SOMA / south beach)

2009-07-05T12:24:43-07:00
Winner of "Best open mic" in the Bay Guardian's "Best of Bay" awards...

Every monday night, we have an open mic at the historic Hotel Utah Saloon here in San Francisco. Signup by 7:30. The Hotel Utah is located at 500 4th St. (at Bryant), SF, CA.

The Utah has a house guitar, a piano, and a PA. So, if you want, you can come empty handed and still play us your songs.

For more information, go here: http://theutah.org

Here's our most recent newsletter:

JJ here. Say, Bridget put together the photos from last week's open mic - she's got them up on the ol' website: http://theutah.org. Thanks so much Bridget - they look great (as always).

The featured performer this monday is Avaghys! yeah, there's an 'h' in there and its hard to say, but I give it a try every time. Avaghys rocks his own brand of world* music. Now most the time, I have no idea what words he's singing, because I'm only fluent in English and Canadian, and Avaghys, he's not singing in either of my preferred languages. What's cool though, is it doesn't really matter - I know what he's singing about. and I'm probably just projecting my own heartbreaking little stories onto his indecipherable (to me) lyric, I hope he doesn't mind... Avagys sings with a rare passion - he can lull you in with his calm and his smile, and then boom, he lays you out. great stuff - hey for more on Avaghys, have a look here: http://theutah.org/artist/avaghys

* I hate** that term 'world music'. Not so much the music, but the fact that pretty much any music that's not common in the ol' usa is lumped together under the 'world' category. It's kind of like the world series, but in reverse. but perhaps its necessary on some level to lump a lot of stuff under the same label, you know, for brevity, and I guess we do the same thing with rock and roll, and so I guess I don't know what my point is. I'm still upset about it, though.

** I know hate is a strong word.

that's about all I know today. hope you're doing good.
JJ
http://theutah.org
http://myspace.com/theutah
on twitter: @theutah

Rock Band Forming! (santa rosa)

2009-07-05T12:22:57-07:00
Hey,
Were a pretty young band starting out looking for a bassist and a drummer. We play original songs and are looking for serious players with good gear and attitude and the desire to gig and record maybe tour once we get going steady.
We have a couple rough demos up on myspace.com/thebridgeway . Check it out and let me know if you are interested. We are 17 but age is not an issue for us, we just want to play with people who are committed and enjoy what they are doing.
*no druggies or jerks/egomaniacs*
Thanks
-Max

Private rehearsal space available in SF (downtown / civic / van ness)

2009-07-05T12:08:55-07:00
A private rehearsal space will be available as of July 15 , 2009.
The space is located in downtown SF, a block away from Market St.
and walking distance from Civic Center. This is a professsional, safe
and clean rehearsal facility. For rehearsal only, No-Living allowed.

SIZE: 17 x 16

SECURITY: Each space is equiped with key pad alarm with alarm
sierens through out the building.

SOUND PROOFING: Multi-layer sound proofing material installed
through out the space.

FEATURES: Phone jack, cieling fan.

TERMS: Month to month . $625-/month + security deposit.

CONTACT: Michael 415 531 9471

Rehearsal room share - (SOMA / south beach)

2009-07-05T12:03:59-07:00
We are a 3 piece band looking for another to share our space - it is at ABS studios - 3rd and Harrison - we have been in the room for 3 years - It is a good space and safe -

We have a drum kit set up that can be used -
We have a PA that works very well and is very loud -
We are very respectful of others gears and expect the same -

currently available 3 nights a week and some days -

Looking for someone who is established and wants a rehearsal space - we don't want to go through this process very often -
rent is 275.00 a month -

the schedule is very flexible and we can figure that out when we talk -
usually split the week tues/thurs and mon/wed and the other nights are up in the air -

Thanks

Rock and Roll -

Custom recorded rock,cntry,punk,metal drum tracks on your song 50bucks

2009-07-05T11:43:04-07:00
You can hear the drummer right now on the new B-52's single "Funplex"
(windows media stream courtesy Sony Pictures Digital and AcidPlanet)
plus over 100 other examples by clicking here
Live drum performance will be overdubbed onto your finished mix you send with fake drums muted.
Delivered back to you in mixed stereo wav and/or mp3 fully mastered as a complete finished song.
Bass player and other instruments/players on standby as well if needed (addtnl fee)
No individual tracks at this one time low price..(otherwise addtnl fee applies)
Paypal only.
You can't get this deal anywhere else.
Your finished and fully mastered song can be delivered
instantly by email with as little as 1 hour turnaround!
What are you waiting for? :)

Acoustic Rock/Fusion Drummer (santa rosa)

2009-07-05T11:39:08-07:00

Guitarist starting new project-Indy POP (alamo square / nopa)

2009-07-05T11:35:15-07:00
I've got some material. I'm looking for some people to play with and form a band. The only requirements are that you need to think of a name for yourself that sound famous and can collaborate. The end goal is to only play well written songs that make people want to move, or do something rather than standing still. Some music that I like; Death Cab, Radio head, Slint, Pin Back. I play rhythm and own good equipment Tele, Mesa. I've been on a label toured etc. The first goal would be to be able to play the second billing at the bottom of the hill. The fact is that there are a billion bands and most people don't become famous. There's a lot of work that comes first, I'm more focused on having fun and having something in my life that motivates me.

Hotter Than A Crotch-trade gigs SF-PDX (berkeley)

2009-07-05T11:33:24-07:00
Hotter Than A Crotch is a super-sexy soul-punk three-piece from Portland, OR, and we are looking to book some gigs in the Bay Area for September.
Please check out our studio tracks and live videos at www.myspace.com/hotterthanacrotch. Once you've recovered from the shear visceral impact of our music you should drop us a line and set up a show.
If you are a band we can help you get gigs in Portland.
Thanks for your time,
Buck Bin Nasty and Gloria Holer

Hotter Than A Crotch-gig trade SF-PDX (haight ashbury)

2009-07-05T11:32:14-07:00
Hotter Than A Crotch is Portland's most exciting soul-punk trio and we are trying to
set up some gigs in the Bay Area.
We are shooting for September 1st-14th.
If you are a band we'd love to set you up with a show in Portland.
So, check out the studio tracks and live videos at www.myspace.com/hotterthanacrotch.

Thanks,
Buck Bin Nasty
(503) 236-3475

In PDX we can get gigs at Ash Street Saloon, Satyricon, Plan B, The Twilight etc.