Live music on Mondays & Tuesdays
Every week, we perform at the Institute Bar (1st & 3rd Mondays of the month) and Phineas Bar (Tuesdays). Read more on each event below and come try them out - either as an audience member or as part of our House Bands.
Bring your instrument to Phineas on Tuesdays & join the Jam - open to anyone - from 9pm onwards.
Phineas Jam FAQ
Where is the Jam?
Phineas Bar, on the 3rd floor of 25 Gordon Street
When is the Jam?
Every Tuesday, from 8 pm to 11 pm
> 8 pm to 9 pm - House Band
> 9 pm to 11 pm - The Jam (open to all)
What is the Jam?
The Jam is the staple event of Jazz Society. In the House Band segment, we showcase the musical talents of our members. In the Jam segment, we invite anyone in the audience to come up and play music.
The 3 objectives of the Jam are developing your musical abilities, meeting people and having fun.
What do I have to bring to the Jam?
The security guards will check your student ID and any other form of ID with your date of birth. For instrumentalists, bring your instruments. The drum set, keyboard and amps will be provided by Jazz Society.
What kind of music can I expect to listen to?
We usually play jazz standards, which include songs in the style of swing, bossa nova, waltz and funk. You can check out Our Spotify Playlist to get an idea of what to expect.
I’m a vocalist / instrumentalist. How should I prepare for the Jam?
In addition to listening to Our Spotify Playlist
Instrumentalists: Learn a few standards from the online realbooks
Vocalists: check out this list of vocal standards to learn
I’m at the Jam. How do I volunteer to go up on stage and play?
For instrumentalists, please approach your counterpart on stage and ask them if you could hop on, i.e. if you are a saxophonist, approach one of the horn players and ask if you can hop on.
For vocalists, please approach either one of the jam managers (Noella or Leo, usually identifiable by the Jazz Soc T-shirt) with the name of the standard you would like to play and the key in which you want to sing it.
Due to the large number of musicians in line, you may have to wait for a long time before you will be able to play.
I would like to be part of the House Band pool. How do I sign up?
Please fill out this form and you will be added to the pool.
Do I HAVE to solo/scat?
No, we will not force anyone to solo/scat if they are uncomfortable with it. Do I need Jazz Soc membership to attend the Jam?No, you do not need Jazz Soc membership to come to the Jam. However, you will need Jazz Soc membership to be part of the House Band pool.
Do I have to pay to attend?
The Jam is a free event. Drinks are available for sale at the bar.
When is the best time to reach Phineas?
Many people come to the Jam, and the security guards would not let anyone in if Phineas is at full capacity. The early you come, the better. A safe time would be 8 - 9 pm.
Where to find us
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