Open Jam with Tim Melanson - Wednesdays at Morton Pub, Thursdays at Point Park WizeGuyz

I host two jam nights a week.

The Vibe:

Wednesday - you don't really have to know the song that's being played... You can figure it out as you go, or play it your own way. Let's just have some fun.

Wednesday Rules:

If you play and sing, then you get first dibs... Everyone gets at least 3 songs... More depending on how many artists are there and how well you are rocking the night... I do my best to make sure everyone gets a chance.

If you are a singer and do not play... I can play songs with you, however, if there are other musicians who sing and also play, they get first dibs... so the best thing to do is bring someone to play guitar for you and then you also get the minimum 3 songs...

I try to mix things up as much as possible so if you show up with a band and you all want to play at the same time, please send me a quick message firs and show up right at 10.

Location : Morton Pub

Thursday - we tend to stick to the song, so if you want to play a song with a few musicians that also know the song (maybe not 100% of course but close enough) then Thursday one is for you.

Thursday Rules:

If the stage is empty, you can play what you want. However, if no one wants to jump on stage with you then I'll ask you to play something that everyone wants to play or I'll switch it up.

The trick to Thursday is to play the songs that the other musicians want to play... If you don't sing, then find a singer to sing the songs you want to play...

If you play and sing then you get 3 songs or more depending on whether everyone wants to keep playing your songs... The goal is for everyone to have fun... so sometimes we can jam on originals as long as they are well constructed and intuitive. The best bet is to play awesome songs that we all know or can figure out quickly.

I keep an eye on how many musicians are there and I try to give everyone equal playing time.

I try to mix things up as much as possible so if you show up with a band and you all want to play at the same time, please send me a quick message first and show up right at 10.

Location : Point Park WizeGuyz

Equipment:

I bring an acoustic guitar, electric guitar & amp, electronic drumset and bass

If you are a singer, you can sing songs with me, I have a book of songs or you can sing lyrics off your phone. If you want to be sure you get a few songs with me, make sure you show up early.

Jams are still going strong

Just thought I'd post an update in case this is your first time finding my blog...

Open Jams in Moncton on Wednesday at the Morton Pub is still going strong... Starts at around 10pm

Open Jam in Riverview at the new "East WizeGuyz" (formerly Albert County Pub) is also going strong... Usually between 10-10:30pm.

Come on out!  :)

Open Mic Moncton is now an Open Jam

Open mic in Moncton at the Iceberg pub has stepped it up!  Now I have an electronic drum kit every week... It is tons of fun.

Here I am playing around with the kit... I'm definitely not a drummer but I love the chance to practice.

 A few other jammers showed up as well... :)

Come on out on Wednesday nights!   Jam starts at 10pm.



I have an acoustic guitar and an electronic drum kit.  If you want to hop on the drums, you are totally welcome to do so.

NOTE: If you are a bass player, you can either plug directly to the PA or bring your own bass amp.  If you play electric, you can bring your own amp, but it's more of an acoustic format so you may have to tone it down a bit...

Open Jam with Drums!

Are you looking to jam with some other musicians in a "band style format"?

You've found it.  I have stepped up my game at open jam night on Wednesdays and Thursdays.  I now have a drum kit!

I have an acoustic guitar and an electronic drum kit.  If you want to hop on the drums, you are totally welcome to do so.

If you are a bass player, you can either plug directly to the PA or bring your own bass amp.  If you play electric, you can bring your own amp, but it's more of an acoustic format so you may have to tone it down a bit...

Spread the word!

Wednesday Open Mic/Open Jam : Iceberg Pub start time is 10pm
Thursday Open Mic/Open Jam: Albert County Pub start time is 9:30pm

Please add me Tim Melanson on Facebook and send me a message for details if you have more questions.

Moncton/Riverview Open Jam

I put together a little demo of what happens at the Open Jam in Riverview on Thursday nights.  People brought drums, bass, guitars... and we had a good old fashioned jam.

It's totally random every week.  Sometimes we have a full setup and sometimes you can play on your own. 

I also run an open mic or open jam in Moncton on wednesdays.  Just come on down around 10pm, bring your favorite instrument and let's jam!

Cheers,
Tim

Fan video from a patio show

I was pretty pleased to learn that someone who had visited one of my shows this summer put together a pretty cool video.  I think she was testing some video effects.  She only recorded three songs and broke them up into clips but I love it!

I hope you enjoy. :)
Tim

New Open Jam in Riverview/Moncton at the Albert County Pub

More big news for the Moncton Music scene!  Another new Open Jam has just popped up in Riverview.  This one is at the Albert County Pub.  This one starts a little earlier that most, starts at 9pm and we go til 1am.  That way if you have to work in the morning you can still get out and catch a few songs or play your own.

The point is I'm not new to Open Mics/Open Jam and I think I've been able to draw from the different styles of other open mic hosts and put together a fun supportive experience.

I also cater to singers who would love the experience of singing into a mic in front of a crowd but just need a guitar player. I have a book full of lyrics (that I bring every week) with a extremely wide and diverse collection of songs to sing that I can play and sing backup. Of course, if you really want to sing something specific that I don't already know... Just let me know the song and chances are I can play a "reasonable faximile". ;-)

So whether you sing or play, you definitely should come out and play a song or two... Or just listen in and have a few cold ones.

To learn more about the Open Mic you can just follow along in the Open Mic Group on Facebook

New Open Mic in Moncton at the Iceberg Pub

Moncton Open mic (or open stage) is about to get even better, my first exposure to the open mic music scene was in Ottawa in 2001. I remember going up on stage for the first time... It was exhilarating and exciting. The two musicians that were with me were first timers as well. They were both crapping themselves out of nervousness, but I remember being fairly calm. I've always loved the spotlight so I just felt natural on stage... plus I had INCREDIBLE players with me, so I knew that we'd be fine... Ok... Sorry for the rant ;)

The point is I'm not new to open mics and I think I've been able to draw from the different styles of other open mic hosts and put together a fun supportive experience.

I've set up a new Open Mic in Moncton at the Iceberg Pub.  The bar is nice and small and intimate... The 'stage' area is a great size.  Lot's of room for a full band.

I also cater to singers who would love the experience of singing into a mic in front of a crowd but just need a guitar player. I have a book full of lyrics (that I bring every week) with a extremely wide and diverse collection of songs to sing that I can play and sing backup. Of course, if you really want to sing something specific that I don't already know... Just let me know the song and chances are I can play a "reasonable faximile". ;-)

So whether you sing or play, you definitely should come out and play a song or two... Or just listen in and have a few cold ones.

To learn more about the Open Mic you can just follow along in the Open Mic Group on Facebook

Also, feel free to join my fan page

Listen to the Music - Live Cover of Doobie Brothers by Tim Melanson

Hey everyone...  I played this last weekend and someone recorded it so I thought I'd post it for you all to see.

Cheers,
Tim

I can't get no satisfaction!

I had an awesome time the other night when I was out at the Alehouse... The band asked me to get up and play a couple songs with them... It was awesome to have a backing band...

Here's a clip;

If you want to check out a show then you can always like my fan page on facebook.

Enjoy!
Tim

Join Tim Melanson at the Moncton Ale House Thursday

I've been in Moncton for a full year now...  I started by finding open mics and getting myself out there and meeting new people.  It took a while but I've finally landed a few shows.  I'm super grateful to the guys at the Moncton Ale House for giving me a shot to audition and then within about a month and a half they offered me so many shows..

If you've never been to the Ale House, then you are definitely in for a treat.  The crowd is friendly and fun and they have live music every night.  The drink specials are great as well!  If you have been to the Ale House before, then you are REALLY in for a treat because they just re-opened last night after renovations and this place is looking amazing!

Come on out and check it out for yourself...

Gratitude!

Well... I've managed to play quite a few shows in the last few months here in Moncton.  I've landed a regular patio gig at the "Moncton Ale House".  A fantastic location at the corner of Robinson Court and Main street right downtown.

You can check out a performance from there just last week.

I hope to get some more shows in Moncton and maybe even elsewhere too!  Wish me luck.

Cheers,
Tim

Summer Patio Music

I'm pretty excited... I had an excellent audition downtown Moncton at the Alehouse (corner of Main and Robinson Court).

I appears I'm in the rotation now, I'll be playing another show on the patio this Saturday 7-11 (July 13th, 2013).

I'm so excited about this and I can't wait to see what the future holds!

Open Mic Moncton Venue Change?

Are you a bar owner looking to attract some new business?

Well, my time with WizeGuyz has come to an end.  I am looking for a new venue.  Preferably something that attracts a 30 something clientele.  I have been hosting open mic for 6 years now and I know how to take over an existing one as well as build it from scratch.

Let me know if you know someone looking and we can chat about strategy.

Cheers,
Tim

Open Mic at WizeGuyz in Moncton

If you are looking for a place to play some music have a few drinks in a low stress environment, then you've found the right place. You can play anything you wish, cover or original and the crowd is super supportive.

Here's an excerpt of a recent Open Mic at WizeGuyz.

Also, if you are a singer, come on by as well.  I have a couple binders of popular songs that you can sing and I will play along to!

Cheers,
Tim

Open Mic in Moncton Still rocking...

I thought I'd post an update of what's going on with me.  I've been in Moncton for about 8 months now and I'm loving it.  The sun is coming out and I'm ready for an awesome summer.  I am still hosting open mic every second Thursday at WizeGuyz and I love it.  We regularly get musicians out and they are all very talented.  Sometimes we even get a drum kit.

I'm looking to start a band this summer and do a bunch more gigs so if you live in Moncton and know someone in the music scene... hook a brother up.  :D

I thought I'd share one of my recent YouTube uploads.  I get requests for Wagon Wheel all the time so I finally decided to learn it.  Now I'm hooked.  Love this song...  It is so much fun to sing. :D

Enjoy!
Tim

Open Mic in Moncton

It has been a while since I've updated this blog, and for good reason.  I've made a huge move to Moncton, New Brunswick to be closer to my family.  I've been here for a few months now and I'm settling in nicely.  I have already landed an open mic here every second thursday at a bar called "Wize Guyz".  It has a great stage and is located downtown Moncton.

If you'd like to follow along, a great way to follow me is through Facebook.

New Open Mic on Ottawa!

I've gotten off my butt and started another Open Mic in Ottawa.  This one is a "Father and Sons" near Ottawa University.

I have set up a facebook group.
http://www.facebook.com/groups/55662625450/

List is out at 9:30 and start time is 10PM.

More open mic fun!

I am so excited about how the Open Mic at the Georgetown pub is growing. Every week it gets bigger and better. With an excellent mix of regulars and brand new performers, every week is different. The best part is that the crowd is extremely friendly and supportive so you will always meet a ton of new friends.

Here I am loving what I do;


The list is growing every week so make sure that you get there nice and early to be sure you get on. Depending on the number of performers you will have between 3-5 songs. However, if you bring a crowd with you, I've been known to give an encore song. :)

See you Wednesday at Open Mic at the Georgetown with Tim Melanson.

You may be wondering what is new at the Georgetown Open Mic with Tim Melanson.

Well... The students are back and the musicians keep coming. We have so many new people coming out every week and it doesn't seem like it will slow down.

Here's a little view from the stage while regulars Jessika and Gary rock the crowd with some Bon Jovi.



The other new development is DRUMS!



Georgetown's very own, Silas, has decided to bring his kit whenever he can. This is so exciting! We have so many incredible musicians every week and since I've always got at least a Djembe with me, this will just take it to a new level.

Come on out and show your stuff!