BKCGS Open Mic & Social

Thanks so much for stopping by to learn more about the open mic events with the Brooklyn Classical Guitar Society. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about the what, where, when, and how!

Have more questions? Drop us a note at hello@bkcgs.org


What?

The Brooklyn Classical Guitar Society open mic events provide an opportunity for all classical guitarists, musicians, and music lovers alike to get together to socialize and share music in a laid-back and welcoming environment.

Classical guitarists are welcome to stop by to play an 8 minute or less set or come to listen and support the other players! All ages and levels are welcome. If you don’t play classical guitar or don’t feel like playing, we highly encourage you to come by anyway. These events are always a good time.

Every open mic starts with a “Warm-Up” exercise that is composed or arranged by and for members of the group. These are meant to be easy but interesting sight-readable ensemble pieces to get our fingers moving. Here’s an example of a warm-up written by Paul Sessoms (there are more on our channel, too!)

Interested in writing a warm-up for one of our open mics? Get in touch.

After the warm-up we’ll have the open mic in two halves with an intermission and reception afterwards.

The open mics are free for everyone, BYOB, and/or BYOSnacks!



Who?

Professional, amateur, and student classical guitarists of all ages and levels are welcome to perform! Other musicians and music lovers are encouraged to attend and listen to the incredible musicians in the Brooklyn and NYC community.

Where? When?

Our open mics take place at A4 Collective in Prospect Heights on the second Thursday of every month at 7:00PM.

We usually try and get started with announcements and the warm-up around 7:15PM.

Check out the info below to learn more about the venue!


A4 Collective

636 Dean St #2F, Brooklyn, NY 11238

How?

All you have to do is sign up! We encourage you to sign up even if you don’t intend to perform just in case we need to get in contact with you in case of a cancelation or any other last minute details.

The open mics are free for everyone, BYOB, and/or BYOSnacks!

Have more questions? Drop us a note at hello@bkcgs.org