This page lists various jazz jam sessions that are happening in Montreal. Note that this only lists events that are "officially" advertised as jam sessions. There are many events around town that are not officially jam sessions but, if you know the musicians involved, you can definitely sit in with the band on a tune or two. Such events are not included here. Also note that non-jazz music jam sessions are not listed here.
Also, during the Montreal Jazz Festival there are jam sessions all over town every single night- these are not listed here either.
If you are new to jam sessions and would like to participate, I recommend going as a spectator first. See whether or not you feel comfortable with the style of music, the musicians involved, the venue, etc. If you do and wish to play and have never done so before, I would recommend reading this fine jam session etiquette guide by Grant "King" Koeller.
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Planète Jazz Jam Session - Jim Doxas Trio,
8:30PM
1254 Mackay
Piano available.
No cover. |
Jazz Jam Session with Alex Bellegarde,
10PM
4115-A St-Denis
Keyboard available.
No cover. Alex Bellegarde's jam session features a steady rhythm section and a new guest horn player every week. See Alex Bellegarde's website for details. |
Grumpy's Jazz Jam with Tom Eliosoff Trio, 10:30PM
1242 Bishop (below St-Catherine)
Piano available. No cover.
|
