About this Event
WHERE IN PARC JEANNE-MANCE?
The nearest street corner is Duluth & Ave de l’Esplanade. We are located across from the beach volleyball courts on Duluth.
Here is a pin to the spot: Google Maps
WHAT GEAR IS AVAILABLE FOR USE?
- Electric-acoustic guitar
- 2x Battery powered amplifiers (Bose S1 Pro)- 3.5mm Aux In- 2x XLR or ¼” inputs
- SM58 microphone, XLR cable, microphone stand
- Cajon
- Yamaha Keyboard (not full size, no weighted keys)
Please note: there is no generator but we do have a power station for small electronics.
HOW WILL IT WORK?
- Signup starts at 6PM
- At 615PM names will be drawn from a hat for performers to choose their time slot
- Performers will get up to 3 songs per set
Priority will go to performers who did not play the week before or if it is their first time.
WHO CAN PLAY?
Anyone is welcome to play; any genre and any style of musical performance. If you would like to play as a band, please bring all required instruments/cables/amps. We have a small battery pack that should be able to power an amplifier for a short time. No drums are allowed since there have been issues in the past and we do our best to respect our neighbors, other park users, and nearby residents.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
- A blanket to sit on
- Protection from the sun
- Water
- Snacks
- Your instrument of choice
ARE THERE WASHROOMS NEARBY?
Yes! Permanent washroom facilities are located at the Welcome Centre in Parc Jeanne-Mance. There is also a portable toilet closer to the open mic area.
IS THERE SOMEWHERE TO REFILL MY WATER BOTTLE?
There is a water refill station located at the Welcome Centre.
HOW WILL I KNOW IF THE EVENT IS POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER?
An announcement will be made by 4PM on Mondays on the Facebook Group and on
WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND OPEN MIC MONDAYS IN PARC JEANNE-MANCE?
Check out this article about the event series and its founder, Lea Keeley.https://www.forgetthebox.ca/arts/open-mic-jeanne-mance-mtl-event-seriesWritten by Naghmeh Shafiei.
HOW CAN I HELP SUPPORT THE EVENT?
COMMITMENT TO SAFER SPACES
We are committed to providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all open mic attendees, performers, and park users. Everyone has the right to a harassment-free experience regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, ability, physical appearance, age, race, religion, or place of origin. We do not tolerate harassment, abuse, or discrimination in any form. Above all, we believe in community care, and ask that all participants look out for each other. If you have a concern that someone is at risk, please let us know.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Parc Jeanne-Mance (Duluth/Esplanade), 3521 Avenue de l'Esplanade, Montréal, Canada
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