Whether you’re a seasoned performer, a karaoke enthusiast, or a bathroom singer, Bengaluru offers many opportunities to belt out some tunes or pluck a few chords. Be it a pub or under a tree in Cubbon Park, or even an intimate home gathering, there’s a place for everyone to share their love of music and find a sense of community, say organisers.
‘It’s a joyous celebration of musical diversity that connects us all’
Giridhar Rai of Bajabies — a portmanteau for Bangalore Jamming Buddies, says, “Music acts as a universal language. When we unite to perform a beloved song, there’s an excitement of performing it live collectively. As individuals bring their diverse musical instruments to jam at these gatherings, it’s the shared musical scale that connects all instruments and vocals. When someone performs regional or folk music at our gatherings, it’s a joyous celebration of musical diversity.”

‘Bengaluru audiences prefer to jam to retro and dance numbers’
“We choose songs that people love to sing and dance to. We primarily cater to Bengaluru audiences, who often prefer retro and dance numbers, especially from Bollywood. So, we focus on these genres to encourage audience participation. We aim to create a lively atmosphere where people not only sing along but also dance with us,” adds Shivang Khare of Jam Along.
“We primarily focus on popular Bollywood songs that are easy to sing along to. However, we also introduce lesser-known songs. We encourage performers to sing in different languages, including Kannada, to cater to a wider audience,” Abhishek of Let’s Jam, shares.
‘Jamming is not about perfection or performance’
“Here, it’s not about perfection or performance. It’s about creating a safe and welcoming space where people can naturally connect through music, express themselves, and explore their creativity. Whether you are a professional musician, a beginner learning an instrument, or someone who simply enjoys singing or listening to music,” adds Giridhar.

‘It’s like therapy in a room full of friends’
Anushka Modi of Jam Along, another jamming community in Bengaluru, believes that jamming offers profound personal and emotional benefits. “When people gather to jam, they’re not only sharing tunes but also finding ways to express emotions that might otherwise go unheard. It’s like therapy in a room full of friends. There’s a real sense of community—perfect for relieving work or personal tension, making everyone leave feeling a little happier and more. alive,” she says.
‘We aim to promote upcoming talent’
Abhishek Mishra of yet another jamming community in the city, Let’s Jam, shares, “We aim to promote upcoming talent. We don’t focus on technical perfection but rather on providing a platform for those who are passionate about music and want to perform. We’re happiest when participants share that they’ve performed for the first time at our meetups. There’s a sense of inclusivity; so even if you think you are not technically proficient enough to take the stage, you still can. It gives the audience confidence that this is a stage for everyone.” He adds that the age group of participants is predominantly between 25 and 30, with a healthy ratio of 40% female participants. They actively promote women in music by organising women-only open mics and providing dedicated slots for female performers.