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Connecticut State Troubadour Launches Monthly Open Mic and Bluegrass Jam in Seymour
SEYMOUR, CT&nbsp;— A new creative hub is bringing community music-making to the Valley. Hosted by the 19th Connecticut State Troubadour,&nbsp;Charlie Widmer, the monthly&nbsp;Open Mic Night and Bluegrass Jam&nbsp;takes place in the Fellowship Hall of Great Hill United Methodist Church in Seymour, CT. The evening is free and open to the public for both performers and spectators.
The event kicks off at&nbsp;6:00 PM&nbsp;with a guided&nbsp;Open Bluegrass Jam. This jam is designed for players of all skill levels—from beginners taking their first steps in a group setting to seasoned pickers.
At&nbsp;7:00 PM, the stage opens for the&nbsp;Open Mic, offering a welcoming space for musicians, poets, and storytellers to showcase their craft. To ensure a variety of creative voices are heard, performers are invited to share up to two selections or a 10-minute set.
"This is a chance to share what makes the Valley special and connect with like-minded individuals," says Widmer. "Adding the bluegrass jam creates a full evening of community music-making that we hope will become a staple for local artists."
Complimentary coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be provided.
<h3>EVENT DETAILS:</h3>
<ul><li>Where:&nbsp;Great Hill United Methodist Church (Fellowship Hall),&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/225+Great+Hill+Rd,+Seymour,+CT?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">225 Great Hill Rd, Seymour, CT</a></li><li>Cost:&nbsp;Free</li><li>Schedule:<ul><li>6:00 PM – 7:00 PM:&nbsp;Bluegrass Jam</li><li>7:00 PM – 9:00 PM:&nbsp;Open Mic (Hosted by Charlie Widmer)</li></ul></li><li>Upcoming Dates:<ul><li>Monday, November 9th</li><li>Monday, December 7th</li></ul></li><li>Sign-up:&nbsp;Performers can pre-register online at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://charliewidmermusic.com/openmic" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">charliewidmermusic.com/openmic</a></li></ul>
About Charlie Widmer:
Charlie Widmer is a Swiss-American singer-songwriter and the 19th Connecticut State Troubadour. Known for his multi-genre versatility, he performs regularly across the region and is a dedicated advocate for community arts and education in Connecticut.
Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.charliewidmermusic.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">charliewidmermusic.com</a>&nbsp;

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