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• SBGS In-Person Open Mic

  • When
    25 Jan 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    West Valley Branch Library Community Room, 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road, San Jose

  

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  New for 2026:  Sunday afternoon open mic events!

  Time & Location: 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., West Valley Branch Library Community Room, 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road, San Jose

  Host:  Kenneth Emerick

  Everyone is Welcome: Performers at any level from beginners to professionals are warmly encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play. No charge to play or attend. Please bring your own footstool and music stand if needed! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  Acoustic Only: Finger-picking nylon-string styles. Guitar soloists and ensembles that include other instruments with guitar are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Playing order: To play, sign in when you arrive. Performance order is first-come first-served, though players under age 18 may go first.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

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• Open Mic at Dana Street Roasting Company

  • When
    8 Feb 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    744 West Dana Street, Mountain View

  Open Mic: Presented by South Bay Guitar Society and Dana Street Roasting Company

  With host Chandra Rajagopal 

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  The South Bay Guitar Society and Dana Street Roasting Company in Mountain View are pleased to present an open mic for classical and fingerstyle guitarists of all levels. Bring your guitar, sip some coffee, and enjoy the music! Free to perform!

  Host Chandra Rajagopal

  Based in Palo Alto, Chandra Rajagopal completed his studies in electrical engineering and classical guitar performance in 2010 from the University of Southern California. His musical adventures continue through composition, session guitar work, and various bands in Los Angeles and the South Bay. Chandra is also currently focused on introducing the guitar to his youngest student (his toddler) and is eager to make musical connections across the Bay Area.  

  

  www.danastreetroasting.com

  www.sbgs.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    10 Feb 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom (see button for link)

  
  

  VIRTUAL Open Mic Zoom Link
  

  Performer Signup

  Host:  Sebastian Quintero

  At the 7:00 p.m. Open Mic start, use the Zoom link to join. If you'd like to perform, fill out the "Performer Signup" form beforehand. Performance order is first-come first-served, although those under 18 can go first. The class will end after everyone has played and may conclude before 9 p.m. 

  Everyone is welcome: Performers of all levels from beginner to professional are warmly received and encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play.

  Acoustic only: Finger-picking styles only. Soloists and ensembles of guitar and other instruments such as violin, flute and ukulele are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Setup recommendation for performers:
  

  An external microphone such as a Zoom USB digital microphone is recommended for good sound quality. For example, the Zoom H1n works very well. If you don’t have one, the microphone in your computer or mobile device will be adequate.

  We recommend that you install the latest version of Zoom. Go to the Zoom/Check for Updates menu item and run the update, or go to Download Zoom Update.

  Finally, we recommend that you turn on Original Sound while you are performing and turn if off when not performing.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS In-Person Open Mic

  • When
    22 Feb 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Joyce Ellington Branch Library, 491 East Empire St., San Jose

  

  DIRECTIONS

  Host:  Ben Zussman

  Everyone is Welcome: Performers at any level from beginners to professionals are warmly encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play. No charge to play or attend. Please bring your own footstool and music stand if needed! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  Acoustic Only: Finger-picking nylon-string styles. Guitar soloists and ensembles that include other instruments with guitar are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Playing order: To play, sign in when you arrive. Performance order is first-come first-served, though players under age 18 may go first.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

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• Open Mic at Dana Street Roasting Company

  • When
    1 Mar 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    744 West Dana Street, Mountain View

  Open Mic: Presented by South Bay Guitar Society and Dana Street Roasting Company

  With host Chandra Rajagopal 

  Directions
  

  
  

  The South Bay Guitar Society and Dana Street Roasting Company in Mountain View are pleased to present an open mic for classical and fingerstyle guitarists of all levels. Bring your guitar, sip some coffee, and enjoy the music! Free to perform!

  Host Chandra Rajagopal

  Based in Palo Alto, Chandra Rajagopal completed his studies in electrical engineering and classical guitar performance in 2010 from the University of Southern California. His musical adventures continue through composition, session guitar work, and various bands in Los Angeles and the South Bay. Chandra is also currently focused on introducing the guitar to his youngest student (his toddler) and is eager to make musical connections across the Bay Area.  

  

  www.danastreetroasting.com

  www.sbgs.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    10 Mar 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom (see button for link)

  
  

  VIRTUAL Open Mic Zoom Link
  

  Performer Signup

  Host:  Sebastian Quintero

  At the 7:00 p.m. Open Mic start, use the Zoom link to join. If you'd like to perform, fill out the "Performer Signup" form beforehand. Performance order is first-come first-served, although those under 18 can go first. The class will end after everyone has played and may conclude before 9 p.m. 

  Everyone is welcome: Performers of all levels from beginner to professional are warmly received and encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play.

  Acoustic only: Finger-picking styles only. Soloists and ensembles of guitar and other instruments such as violin, flute and ukulele are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Setup recommendation for performers:
  

  An external microphone such as a Zoom USB digital microphone is recommended for good sound quality. For example, the Zoom H1n works very well. If you don’t have one, the microphone in your computer or mobile device will be adequate.

  We recommend that you install the latest version of Zoom. Go to the Zoom/Check for Updates menu item and run the update, or go to Download Zoom Update.

  Finally, we recommend that you turn on Original Sound while you are performing and turn if off when not performing.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS In-Person Open Mic

  • When
    22 Mar 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Joyce Ellington Branch Library 491 E. Empire St., San Jose

  

  DIRECTIONS

  Host:  to be announced 

  Everyone is Welcome: Performers at any level from beginners to professionals are warmly encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play. No charge to play or attend. Please bring your own footstool and music stand if needed! Or, just sit in the audience and enjoy.

  Acoustic Only: Finger-picking nylon-string styles. Guitar soloists and ensembles that include other instruments with guitar are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Playing order: To play, sign in when you arrive. Performance order is first-come first-served, though players under age 18 may go first.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    14 Apr 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom (see button for link)

  
  

  VIRTUAL Open Mic Zoom Link
  

  Performer Signup

  Host:  Sebastian Quintero

  At the 7:00 p.m. Open Mic start, use the Zoom link to join. If you'd like to perform, fill out the "Performer Signup" form beforehand. Performance order is first-come first-served, although those under 18 can go first. The class will end after everyone has played and may conclude before 9 p.m. 

  Everyone is welcome: Performers of all levels from beginner to professional are warmly received and encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play.

  Acoustic only: Finger-picking styles only. Soloists and ensembles of guitar and other instruments such as violin, flute and ukulele are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Setup recommendation for performers:
  

  An external microphone such as a Zoom USB digital microphone is recommended for good sound quality. For example, the Zoom H1n works very well. If you don’t have one, the microphone in your computer or mobile device will be adequate.

  We recommend that you install the latest version of Zoom. Go to the Zoom/Check for Updates menu item and run the update, or go to Download Zoom Update.

  Finally, we recommend that you turn on Original Sound while you are performing and turn if off when not performing.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    12 May 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom (see button for link)

  
  

  VIRTUAL Open Mic Zoom Link
  

  Performer Signup

  Host:  Sebastian Quintero

  At the 7:00 p.m. Open Mic start, use the Zoom link to join. If you'd like to perform, fill out the "Performer Signup" form beforehand. Performance order is first-come first-served, although those under 18 can go first. The class will end after everyone has played and may conclude before 9 p.m. 

  Everyone is welcome: Performers of all levels from beginner to professional are warmly received and encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play.

  Acoustic only: Finger-picking styles only. Soloists and ensembles of guitar and other instruments such as violin, flute and ukulele are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Setup recommendation for performers:
  

  An external microphone such as a Zoom USB digital microphone is recommended for good sound quality. For example, the Zoom H1n works very well. If you don’t have one, the microphone in your computer or mobile device will be adequate.

  We recommend that you install the latest version of Zoom. Go to the Zoom/Check for Updates menu item and run the update, or go to Download Zoom Update.

  Finally, we recommend that you turn on Original Sound while you are performing and turn if off when not performing.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    9 Jun 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom (see button for link)

  
  

  VIRTUAL Open Mic Zoom Link
  

  Performer Signup

  Host:  Sebastian Quintero

  At the 7:00 p.m. Open Mic start, use the Zoom link to join. If you'd like to perform, fill out the "Performer Signup" form beforehand. Performance order is first-come first-served, although those under 18 can go first. The class will end after everyone has played and may conclude before 9 p.m. 

  Everyone is welcome: Performers of all levels from beginner to professional are warmly received and encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play.

  Acoustic only: Finger-picking styles only. Soloists and ensembles of guitar and other instruments such as violin, flute and ukulele are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Setup recommendation for performers:
  

  An external microphone such as a Zoom USB digital microphone is recommended for good sound quality. For example, the Zoom H1n works very well. If you don’t have one, the microphone in your computer or mobile device will be adequate.

  We recommend that you install the latest version of Zoom. Go to the Zoom/Check for Updates menu item and run the update, or go to Download Zoom Update.

  Finally, we recommend that you turn on Original Sound while you are performing and turn if off when not performing.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SBGS Virtual Open Mic

  • When
    14 Jul 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online on Zoom (see button for link)

  
  

  VIRTUAL Open Mic Zoom Link
  

  Performer Signup

  Host:  Sebastian Quintero

  At the 7:00 p.m. Open Mic start, use the Zoom link to join. If you'd like to perform, fill out the "Performer Signup" form beforehand. Performance order is first-come first-served, although those under 18 can go first. The class will end after everyone has played and may conclude before 9 p.m. 

  Everyone is welcome: Performers of all levels from beginner to professional are warmly received and encouraged. As we are a guitar society, only solo guitarists and ensembles that include at least one guitarist may play.

  Acoustic only: Finger-picking styles only. Soloists and ensembles of guitar and other instruments such as violin, flute and ukulele are welcome.

  Maximum time per performer: 10 minutes

  Setup recommendation for performers:
  

  An external microphone such as a Zoom USB digital microphone is recommended for good sound quality. For example, the Zoom H1n works very well. If you don’t have one, the microphone in your computer or mobile device will be adequate.

  We recommend that you install the latest version of Zoom. Go to the Zoom/Check for Updates menu item and run the update, or go to Download Zoom Update.

  Finally, we recommend that you turn on Original Sound while you are performing and turn if off when not performing.

  Contact: 408-915-SBGS

  
  

  
  

  
  

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