Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Common Ground on the Hill Jams

Carroll Arts Center

Blues & Bluegrass jam led by Christopher James! Free, no registration required!

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Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Common Ground on the Hill Jams

St. Paul's UCC

Blues & Folk Jam led by Christopher James 

Bluegrass/oldtime and Celtic jams as well in separate rooms
Free, donations appreciated

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Thursday, May 28, 2026

Private Lessons online or in person

zoom online or New Windsor, MD

Why just listen when you could join in and play! Want to learn to play the guitar, slide guitar, mandolin, ukulele, harmonica or banjo? Want to learn about songwriting, performing, improvising or music theory? I have been teaching for 30 years now. As a teacher I strive to meet each student wherever they are on their musical journey and help guide them on their way to their goals and dreams. I am grateful that I can help open the door to music for people trying to find a way in. There is room for everyone! Contact me at ChristopherJamesMusicSchool@gmail.com to get started!

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Sunday, July 05, 2026

Common Ground on the Hill Traditions week 2

McDaniel College

July 5-10
Chris will be teaching- 
Understanding the Fretboard-2nd period 10:30-11:45 AM
Blues Mandolin- 4th period 2:30-3:45 PM
Juke Joint Blues w/ Guy Davis, Andy Cohen, Prof. Louie, Sparky & Rhonda Rucker, Harry Orlove, Joe Selly, David Burkitt -4:00-5:30 PM
Space is limited, register today!

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Sunday, July 12, 2026

SAMW Summer Acoustic Music Week

Geneva Point Center

July 12-18

Chris will be teaching- 
Ukulele Gumbo: A Delicious mix from New Orleans
Mandolin: Double your fun with Double Stops

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