Do you love singing in the shower? In your car? Did you think about belting out and singing out loud at a karaoke bar, but are you shy? Then you're just like us. Meet and sing with fellow amateur singers in the DC metro area at our next meeting - typically, in a smoke-free environment! Don't be shy or afraid to join. It may be awkward to join a new group when you don't know anyone already, but we are a friendly and welcoming group! Let's sing, sing, sing!

Welcome to the premier Singers & Songwriters Circle based in Washington, D.C.! Connect with fellow singers, songwriters, performers, composers, lyricists, instrumentalists, and other creative musicians. You will inspire, and be inspired by, the sheer presence of such original and supportive artists. During a monthly get-together, you will have the opportunity to play examples of your work; we will then explore and discuss relevant issues and ideas of creativity, performance, collaboration, m …

Classical music is like a box of chocolate. Not every composer or piece is for everyone. So dive in, sample a few and you may just find a new way to relax. Many people think of classical music as an acquired taste. We "acquire" tastes for all kinds of music without realising it such as country, pop, raggea,and jazz but most people considers classical music difficult to appreciate. It is really quite a diverse field of music and there is a wide variety of classical styles. Meet other Classical …

All of us share an interest in sacred chant known as "kirtan," a devotional practice of singing, drumming, and participating in group energy for the purpose of elevating the spirit, building community, and realizing interconnectedness. The practice originated in India millennia ago, but has been popularized in the West by singers such as Krishna Das, Jai Uttal, Wah!, Dave Stringer, Deva Premal, Bhagavan Das, David Newman (Durga Das), etc. This list will be a place to share information about loca …

Why go out looking for entertainment when you bring the entertainment with you.  This area is a karaoke Mecca! There is karaoke every nite of the week. Let's get together and take advantage of the scene.  Feel like singing tonight?  Tomorrow?  Go ahead and suggest a meetup.  It will be announced when two other people agree with you.  Let's have a ball yall!

This group is for acoustic lovers who are self trained to those who are classically trained. Advanced beginners to professionals are invited. (Advanced beginner meaning players should be able to move smoothly through 3-4 basic chords). While the name says "guitar", this group is acoustic in general. There's always room for bass, mandolin, harmonica, tambourine/shakers, keyboards, and so on. Also singers are welcomed with or without an instrument! All styles are welcome and encouraged to join. …

We are here to connect people in various aspects of the music industry in Maryland, DC, Virginia and beyond. Music professionals, aspiring artists, singers, writers, producers, engineers. State-of-the-art digital recording studio, rehearsal facility, great producers, talented singers, songwriters, publicists, musicians, newbies and professionals all under one roof. Please visit our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/breasiastudios and become a fan.

How often have you missed an event because you saw it in the paper the day after a performance, or already had plans?  This Meetup group was formed to help you find all sorts of Baltimore classical voice performances in one spot, and share them with friends.  We'll post opera, recitals, cabaret, and choral performances of interest to our membership. Performance artists range from established professional companies to emerging artists, at a variety of prices to match your interests and wallet.  W …

We are a group of lovers of the dance of peace ~ attuning to the heart ~ co-creating harmony through embodied prayer, sacred intention, conscious movement, pure sound, the glance of the soul. We are musicians, percussionists, dancers, singers of the message of unity, revelers in the mystical, celebrants of all sacred traditions. The Dances of Universal Peace are simple, meditative, joyous, multi-cultural circle dances that use sacred phrases, chants, music and movements from the many spiritual t …

The Musicians Workshop is a monthly event where musicians of ALL SKILL LEVELS can practice the "Art of Performing" in front of an audience and share feedback with encouraging peers. There are three formats: the original Mock Open Mic, the less formal Guitar Pull and the Open Mic Field Trip. If you're a performing musician and would like to be a Featured Guest Artist, please let me know! We love to have "the pros" share their songs, experiences and wisdom with our aspiring musicians. And you can …

Learning to play acoustic guitar? You don't have to be a pro to make great music... come jam with us! We're a group of beginner/intermediate guitarists getting together to play in the U Street/Columbia Heights/ Dupont area. Music selection is up to the group but varies from simple bluegrass to blues to popular acoustic (think "country roads!"). Percussionists, singers, harmonica, oboe... all unplugged musicians welcome! Meetings will be ad hoc in the winter, but in the summer we're planning a …

The Songwriters Association of Washington of which I am a member is a long established Association that provides educational opportunities, open mics, networking, song circles, seminars, a monthly songwriters Toolbox session and other interesting activities. I am establishing this meetup to help unaffiliated songwriters join and find out more about activities.

For ten years, I directed the a cappella singing group known as Little Old Ladies from Pasadena. All the members have now retired, so I am starting again. Unaccompanied singing has physical and emotional benefits. Our Wednesday morning meetings are ideal for retired or unemployed women and for stay at home mothers with school age children. No singing experience is necessary--if you have breath and a heartbeat you can participate. We will practice traditional chants and rounds and then learn long …

DC is home to The Old Guard & The United States Army Band. The Old Guard is the official escort to the President of the United States and they perform in thousands of ceremonies and special events throughout the year. The United States Army Band is the official band for most diplomatic and state functions in the nation's capital. They perform musical honors during arrival ceremonies at The White House for foreign heads of state, diplomats and high-ranking military officers. The United States Arm …

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Are you a woman over the age of 13 who likes to sing?  Come make new friends and have fun with the award-winning Potomac Harmony Chorus.  We are a community of almost 100 women, many of whom meet weekly to learn and rehearse a wide variety of music under the experienced direction of our Master Director, Ozzi Mask.  We come from all walks of life -- professionals, retirees, stay-at-home moms -- and welcome everyone. Come check us out!  www.potomacharmony.org

If you're a beginner, a basement rock star, a living room legend or a performing pro, THIS is where you let it shine. Open Mics, backyard jams, shows, private & public events. A place to learn and teach, but most of all, just to have fun with a bunch of (generally) acoustic musicians, singers and friends doing what they love to do!!!

Dear Music Lover, One of the greatest lies being told across the industry is that there is no money to be made in music. We know better! This meeting is just one of three strategies that we are implementing to put the proper tools into the hands of music professionals - whether you're an artist, songwriter, producer, manager, photographer, or just someone who really likes music. Music is not to be treated as an over glorified, really expensive hobby. It's who we are. We shape the culture. If you …

The Soul Kitchen is an amazing community of independent artists, writers, musicians, producers, and singers who have banned together to push the limits of their creative spirit. Throughout the year The Soul Kitchen plays host to new and returning artists. Through a series of interactive workshops. In this groove gumbo you will find a diverse group of artists including age, gender, race, genre and culture. The DC Workshops will be part of a monthly series featuring different exercises in songwrit …

Come Listen-Come Play! This monthly OPEN MIC and musicians networking meeting brings musicians together to: help them learn the business/marketing aspects of artist promotion and success, encourage working better with other bands, artists, exchange/sell gear, find new band mates +.

Circlesinging is a spontaneous, improvisational community-singing experience, a little bit like a "drum circle" for singers. It's done all over the world in countless different ways and it dates back to the earliest forms of human singing. We take inspiration from methods developed by Bobby McFerrin and his collaborators. Our experienced circlesong leaders create parts on-the-spot, and lead groups in fun wordless songs. Sing beautiful harmonies without sheet music; promote self-confidence and a …

Calling all Opera Lovers! This is a group for lovers of opera in general and productions of New York's Metropolitan Opera in particular! If you've seen a production of the Met, whether in the actual opera house at Lincoln Center Plaza, via the Met's "Live in HD" in a movie theater, or even online through "Met Opera on Demand", then you are just the person to join this group. We will meet and talk about all things opera including Met productions, current and historic, opera singers, and past and …

The new, AWAKE service is a weekly worship service held on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. in Annapolis, MD beginning on March 12, 2013 beginning on March 12, 2013. The service connects people from many religious and spiritual paths to a modern, spiritual community. Thoughtful and inspirational themes are presented by ministers, life coaches and friends using practical real-life situations and knowledge that affirms, elevates and empowers a person on their spiritual path. If you like the message …

Dear Music Lover, One of the greatest lies being told across the industry is that there is no money to be made in music. We know better! This meeting is just one of three strategies that we are implementing to put the proper tools into the hands of music professionals - whether you're an artist, songwriter, producer, manager, photographer, or just someone who really likes music. Music is not to be treated as an over glorified, really expensive hobby. It's who we are. We shape the culture. If you …

Looking for singers, musicians, creative artists who love to praise Him in the dance, harp and cymbols. Who can dance like David danced. It's time we take our talents to another level. I have some songs, what you got? It is time for this nations to come together as one and shout the praises of the Lord, until the walls fall down. No more poverty or lack, no more generational curses, we will walk out our calling and reach our destiny...Amen!

Christians through-out the world are welcome! Reuniting God's children to make a joyful noise from one location. If you have a interest in recording or writing, producing or composing music, I invite you to join us. We are looking to express yourself through the talent(s) that God has giving. Looking to make things happen in the Lord. Wanting to release some words into the atmosphere that God has given; are you willing to help me? Don't bury your treasures any longer.

Like to sing? The Baltimore Vocal Jazz Ensemble (BVJE), a unique "A Capella Pops" group singing 5-9 part harmonies, is inviting new members! Whether you are 18 or 80, there are openings for all voice parts from sopranos to basses. We rehearse on Thursday evenings at Oak Crest Village in Baltimore County, MD, but members come from throughout central MD, Pennsylvania, and DC. To learn more about us, hear us perform, or get directions , visit our website at www.bvje.net. Stop by any rehearsal to ch …

This group is for anyone who is creative and want to use thier talent to serve God. I started this group because I am a Christian the love the arts, and want to build a network of artist (rappers, singers, dances, steppers, writers, poets, mimes, praise dancers, steppers, choirs, DJ's, and actors) that will showcase thier God given gifts for the world. I am a christian rapper, song writer, and play writer that want to connect with others to sponsor plays, concerts, and music that our children an …