You pull the case out from the back of the closet. The latches are a bit stiff, and when you pop them open, that familiar, nostalgic smell of wood, brass, or guitar polish wafts up. You pick up the...

When you mention to a non-musician friend that you’ve joined a new band, the questions usually follow a predictable script: For teenagers and twenty-somethings, the standard dream of music-making...

Whether you’re looking to join a band, get back into playing or simply meet a few like-minded musicians for a regular jam, finding the right people can make all the difference. There’s...

Think your band days are behind you? Think again. Whether you’re 40, 50, 60 or beyond, there’s no age limit on making music. Perhaps you played guitar in a band years ago, but life, work...

Haven’t picked up your guitar, bass, drumsticks or microphone for years? Thinking about making music again but not quite sure where to start? You might be surprised how quickly it all comes...

Looking for a band, searching for a drummer or just fancy a jam? A good advert could be the first step towards finding your next musical adventure. You’ve decided it’s time to get out of...

You’ve posted your advert, somebody’s got in touch and suddenly the prospect of playing music with other people is getting real. So what happens next? You’ve done it. You’ve...

Fancy starting your own band but don’t know where to begin? You don’t need a rehearsal studio, a record deal or even a full line-up. Sometimes all it takes is two musicians and a good...

You’ve found some musicians, arranged a time and booked a rehearsal room. Now comes the exciting bit: actually playing together! Whether you’re picking up an instrument after twenty years...