Ave Musicos! Interested in playing music with others and/or learning more about music performance and recording? Come to our new Musician Meetup! These gathering are planned for the 2^nd Saturday of each month, 3:30 – 5pm. This program is lead by RRPL's Ed Young, who has a music background. Everyone interested in music-making is welcome, no matter your skill level. The program leader will help with suggestions and advice. We'll be in Room C, one of the large meeting rooms on the 1st floor.

What happens at each meetup will be determined by who shows up, but here’s a list of potential activities and pursuits during this hour and a half:

• Improvisation – Often referred to as ‘jamming’, we’ll use a basic chord progression or rhythm to practice improvising. Through this process, everyone participating can learn more about key signatures, scales, and how to match a musical vibe. Creating quick backing tracks in a digital audio workstation will also be demonstrated and explained.
• Recording – Using the program Reason and other pieces of equipment owned by the library, participants can start to learn the basics of recording both live and digital instruments or improve and share what knowledge they already have. The program coordinator is self-taught, and welcomes input and corrections from attendees!
• Music Lessons – If only a few novice players attend the meetup, then the group leader will help them improve on their respective instrument. While he doesn’t play everything, the instructor will still be able to assist with musicality, rhythmic accuracy, and pitch.
• Learning From The Greats – When appropriate, the meetup leader will play modern or classic tunes that demonstrate excellent songwriting or performance. The group might then play along with the piece or try their hand at composing something similar.

All instruments are welcome except drum sets and other very loud percussion. If you prefer to play electric instruments, you’ll need to bring your own amplifier. Expect to play that amp, (or horn if you're bringing brass and woodwinds) at a low-enough volume to politely match any acoustic instruments present.

Hoping to see you there, and spread the word! Any questions, comments, or ideas, please email: edwardyoung@roundrocktexas.gov