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Jam session is a one in which expert musicians come together on stage whereas jamming is just another informal get-to, the ambience is more relaxed and the only purpose is to rock and roll. music and start playing. One starts, and then everyone joins. From amateurs to people who don't know any bit about music, such sessions are a treat to everyone; some play instruments, some are on vocals, some simply join in chorus, and some even start dancing. I rather call it, a fun with music hangout.” With good talents and fun, the whole of it works out fantastic. Some may keep their chops up while it's no less for others too may simply sit around and enjoy, dance or cheer the players. Many may not know, jam sessions and jamming are entirely different. A jam session is a one in which expert musicians come together on stage and play their established songs with all technical sound and light arrangements. This happens on a professional front, intended to release songs in public. On the other hand, jamming, which our college students are fond of, is just another informal get-to, the ambience We bring you 5 easy DIY steps to organize a gala style jam session in your own college campus { { Figure out who's got that kinda pitch and indulgence into music. Make a community of at least ten to fifteen such people and then gang up on jamming. You are the ones who will pioneer the sessions. And remember, do include a good guitarist in your group 'cause guitar strings draw people more than anything. Call on your adda. A one you can hijack anytime you want to. The adda should, preferably, be open and the ambience should be comforting where you loosen up and enjoy in your style. { } } 9 Publicity- that's the success mantra for any new venture. And so is here. Make sure that everyone knows about your session and your adda is assessable to everyone. A notice on college and hostel notice board and some flyers will serve the purpose well. Crew around the adda and start playing. If possible, arrange a projector at the venue and play karaoke as visuals. This would encourage those people who aren't well versed with the lyrics. Most important of all, keep the environment welcoming, light and friendly. Include everyone. Live it more like a music party than a jam session.