BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Mission - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://themissionjc.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Mission REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T071958 CREATED:20220908T191454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T191454Z UID:10000261-1663700400-1663707600@themissionjc.com SUMMARY:Erin Jensen {ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR!!} @ The Mission DESCRIPTION:Doors@5pm \nSHOW 7-9pm \nNO COVER – Tips kindly appreciated! \nErin Jensen hosts our popular Tuesday ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR! No Cover\, but tips are kindly appreciated. Grab some grub for carry out or delivery and join us for some Live and Local!! \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/10000000_483568628861672_1259075455690964703_n.mp4\nERIN JENSEN \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nErin returns to The Mission stage after joining us for our Holiday Hootenanny performance. She’s also a member of the Como Ramblers Club and we’re thrilled to have her on our Happy Hour roster. URL:https://themissionjc.com/event/erin-jensen-all-night-happy-hour-the-mission/ LOCATION:The Mission\, 915 E High Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States CATEGORIES:Americana/Folk,Indie Folk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/920-Erin-Jensen-WEBSITE-1200-×-675-px.jpg GEO:38.5693146;-92.1613425 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mission 915 E High Street Jefferson City MO 65109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=915 E High Street:geo:-92.1613425,38.5693146 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T071959 CREATED:20220907T194140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T194140Z UID:10000259-1663095600-1663102800@themissionjc.com SUMMARY:Kenny Hunt {ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR!!} DESCRIPTION:Doors@5pm \nSHOW 7-9pm \nNO COVER – Tips kindly appreciated! \nKenny Hunt hosts our popular Tuesday ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR! No Cover\, but tips are kindly appreciated. Grab some grub for carry out or delivery and join us for some Live and Local!!\n\nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Kenny-Hunt.mp4\n\nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Kenny-Hunt-2.mp4\n\nLead vocalist and guitarist for many local projects including I70 Overdrive\, Shakey Ground\, The Missionaries (The Mission’s Sunday host band)\, sitting in with Planet Jazz\, Buddha Blue\, and many others Kenny brings a versatile songbook to our stage. This JTown native knows his way around a fretboard and promises to make ‘ya glad you chose The Mission for an early evening of music!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://themissionjc.com/event/kenny-hunt-all-night-happy-hour-3/ LOCATION:The Mission\, 915 E High Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States CATEGORIES:Tuesday All Night Happy Hour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Kenny-Hunt-9132022-WEBSITE.jpg GEO:38.5693146;-92.1613425 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mission 915 E High Street Jefferson City MO 65109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=915 E High Street:geo:-92.1613425,38.5693146 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220830T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220830T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T071959 CREATED:20220830T182021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T182021Z UID:10000131-1661886000-1661893200@themissionjc.com SUMMARY:Tracy Blase & Shilo Lehman {All Night Happy Hour!!!} DESCRIPTION:Doors@5pm \nSHOW 7-9PM \nNo Cover – Tips kindly appreciated! \nTracy Blase and Shilo Lehman host our popular Tuesday ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR!! Tracy from the stage and Shilo returns as our guest bartender from this past knockout Saturday night.  No Cover\, but tips are kindly appreciated. Grab some grub for carry out or delivery and join us for some Live and Local! \n  \n\nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Tracy-Blase-1-2018.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Tracy-9-2018-I-Dont-Want-To-Live-On-The-Moon.mp4 \n  \nTracy Blase was raised by parents who supported his passion for music. At the age of 13\, you could find him performing in bars with local adult bands playing guitar\, drums and singing. He paused his public performances after high school\, but never put the guitar down. He was drawn back to the stage in 2012 and has since picked up the mandolin. \nTracy is influenced by a wide variety of musical genres: from punk to country and blues to alt-rock. He is currently a member of Rose Ridge with Jenny Babcock. The duo often shares the stage with Mid Mo’s plethora of fine pickers. Occasionally\, you will find Tracy playing a solo gig. Those are pretty sweet. You should catch one. \nRose Ridge – Tracy Blase & Jenny Babcock \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Rose-Ridge-Feelin-Good-cover-JB-Lenoir.mp3 \n  \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Rose-Ridge-Got-Me-A-Woman-cover-Levon-Helm.mp3 \n\n\n\n \n  URL:https://themissionjc.com/event/tracy-blase-shilo-lehman-all-night-happy-hour/ LOCATION:The Mission\, 915 E High Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States CATEGORIES:Tuesday All Night Happy Hour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Tracy-Blase-HH-83022-WEBSITE.jpg GEO:38.5693146;-92.1613425 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mission 915 E High Street Jefferson City MO 65109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=915 E High Street:geo:-92.1613425,38.5693146 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220824T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220824T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T071959 CREATED:20220619T035325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220619T035325Z UID:10000219-1661367600-1661382000@themissionjc.com SUMMARY:Open Mic Night @ The Mission!! DESCRIPTION:Doors@5pm \nSignUp@6:30pm \nSHOW@7PM \nNo Cover- Tips kindly appreciated!! \n\n15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance\nMusic – solo/duo/trio or more\, All genres welcome. Poetry\, comedy\, spoken word\, dance. Bring whatya got!\nMinors are welcome\, but will need a parent/guardian to join them.\nEarly Sign Up available for 7:00\, 7:30\, 8:00\, 8:30\, 9:00\, 9:30 and 9:45 through the link below:\n\n` \n\nPlease respect your reserved time and arrive 30 minutes ahead of your chosen time.\n\nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Ken-Sinclair.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Vocal.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Dylan-McCord.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Comedy.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Casey-and-Caleb.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Abigail-Rose.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Hunter-Park.mp4 \n9 Tips to Rock Open Mic \n Featured Article\, How To  Making Music\nAny performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room\, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own\, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem. \n\n\nOpen mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians\, or for more practiced types\, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player\, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience. \n9 Tips to Rock Open Mic \n1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate\, or contact the host to get the details. \n2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished\, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event. \n3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit\, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission)\, so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage\, make sure you know the tunes in and out.  \n4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric\, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics\, cables\, stands. And our sound technician is here to help. \n5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is\, we’re here to make you sound good! That said\, if you can’t hear yourself\, vocals are too loud\, guitar is too quiet\, whatever\, by all means\, tell them! \n6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well\, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound\, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.  \n7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged\, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said. \n8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere\, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 13 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success. \n9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic\, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks. \n(10) And finally\, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant\, most of all\, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle\, everyone gets to play\, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it\, learn from the experience\, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night\, share some air and feel the Mission Magic! URL:https://themissionjc.com/event/open-mic-night-the-mission-13/ LOCATION:The Mission\, 915 E High Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States CATEGORIES:Open Mic Night @ The Mission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/OMN-82422-WEBSITE-EVENT-AND-POST-1200-×-675-px.png GEO:38.5693146;-92.1613425 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mission 915 E High Street Jefferson City MO 65109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=915 E High Street:geo:-92.1613425,38.5693146 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220816T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220816T213000 DTSTAMP:20260407T071959 CREATED:20220816T062054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T062054Z UID:10000121-1660676400-1660685400@themissionjc.com SUMMARY:ZWATA! (Featuring Dylan McCord) & Marde Brooks {All Night Happy Hour} DESCRIPTION:Doors @ 5pm \nSHOW 7PM \nNo Cover – Tips Kindly Appreciated \nThis time Dylan is bringing friends! ZAWATA featuring Dylan on guitar and from Ruby Lane\, Forrest Wilson on guitar with Luke Anderson on keys. To add a bit more sizzle to our All Night Happy Hour\, Marde Brooks is also sharing the stage!! \nFACEBOOK { Marde Brooks} \nFACEBOOK {Ruby Lane} \nDYLAN MCCORD\n\nDylan is a staple in the Mid Missouri music community. His resume goes beyond singer/songwriter\, including head sound engineer at The Blue Note\, master stage builder at Rose\, friend to many and a fantastic storyteller.  This is a treat for us to have Dylan join us for an intimate evening of a little bit of this and that. \n\n  \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/19809813_114954672459825_7563553093200117760_n.mp4 \n  URL:https://themissionjc.com/event/zwata-featuring-dylan-mccord-marde-brooks-all-night-happy-hour/ LOCATION:The Mission\, 915 E High Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States CATEGORIES:Tuesday All Night Happy Hour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/81622-Dylan-McCord-Zawata-Marde-Brooks-All-Night-Happy-Hour-WEBSITE-1200-×-675-px.png GEO:38.5693146;-92.1613425 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mission 915 E High Street Jefferson City MO 65109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=915 E High Street:geo:-92.1613425,38.5693146 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220810T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220810T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T071959 CREATED:20220618T194851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220618T194851Z UID:10000218-1660158000-1660172400@themissionjc.com SUMMARY:Open Mic Night @ The Mission!! DESCRIPTION:Doors@5pm \nSignUp@6:30pm \nSHOW@7PM \nNo Cover- Tips kindly appreciated!! \n\n15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance\nMusic – solo/duo/trio or more\, All genres welcome. Poetry\, comedy\, spoken word\, dance. Bring whatya got!\nMinors are welcome\, but will need a parent/guardian to join them.\nEarly Sign Up available for 7:00\, 7:30\, 8:00\, 8:30\, 9:00\, 9:30 and 9:45 through the link below:\n\n` \n\nPlease respect your reserved time and arrive 30 minutes ahead of your chosen time.\n\nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Ken-Sinclair.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Vocal.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Dylan-McCord.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Comedy.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Casey-and-Caleb.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Abigail-Rose.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Hunter-Park.mp4 \n9 Tips to Rock Open Mic \n Featured Article\, How To  Making Music\nAny performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room\, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own\, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem. \n\n\nOpen mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians\, or for more practiced types\, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player\, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience. \n9 Tips to Rock Open Mic \n1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate\, or contact the host to get the details. \n2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished\, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event. \n3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit\, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission)\, so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage\, make sure you know the tunes in and out.  \n4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric\, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics\, cables\, stands. And our sound technician is here to help. \n5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is\, we’re here to make you sound good! That said\, if you can’t hear yourself\, vocals are too loud\, guitar is too quiet\, whatever\, by all means\, tell them! \n6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well\, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound\, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.  \n7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged\, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said. \n8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere\, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 13 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success. \n9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic\, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks. \n(10) And finally\, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant\, most of all\, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle\, everyone gets to play\, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it\, learn from the experience\, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night\, share some air and feel the Mission Magic! URL:https://themissionjc.com/event/open-mic-night-the-mission-12/ LOCATION:The Mission\, 915 E High Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States CATEGORIES:Open Mic Night @ The Mission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/OMN-81022-WEBSITE-EVENT-AND-POST-1200-×-675-px.png GEO:38.5693146;-92.1613425 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mission 915 E High Street Jefferson City MO 65109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=915 E High Street:geo:-92.1613425,38.5693146 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220727T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220727T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T071959 CREATED:20220618T185739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220618T185739Z UID:10000217-1658948400-1658962800@themissionjc.com SUMMARY:Open Mic Night @ The Mission!! DESCRIPTION:Doors@5pm \nSignUp@6:30pm \nSHOW@7PM \nNo Cover- Tips kindly appreciated!! \n\n15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance\nMusic – solo/duo/trio or more\, All genres welcome. Poetry\, comedy\, spoken word\, dance. Bring whatya got!\nMinors are welcome\, but will need a parent/guardian to join them.\nEarly Sign Up available for 7:00\, 7:30\, 8:00\, 8:30\, 9:00\, 9:30 and 9:45 through the link below:\n\n` \n\nPlease respect your reserved time and arrive 30 minutes ahead of your chosen time.\n\nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Ken-Sinclair.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Vocal.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Dylan-McCord.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Comedy.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Casey-and-Caleb.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Abigail-Rose.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/OMN-Hunter-Park.mp4 \n9 Tips to Rock Open Mic \n Featured Article\, How To  Making Music\nAny performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room\, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own\, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem. \n\n\nOpen mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians\, or for more practiced types\, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player\, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience. \n9 Tips to Rock Open Mic \n1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate\, or contact the host to get the details. \n2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished\, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event. \n3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit\, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission)\, so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage\, make sure you know the tunes in and out.  \n4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric\, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics\, cables\, stands. And our sound technician is here to help. \n5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is\, we’re here to make you sound good! That said\, if you can’t hear yourself\, vocals are too loud\, guitar is too quiet\, whatever\, by all means\, tell them! \n6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well\, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound\, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.  \n7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged\, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said. \n8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere\, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 13 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success. \n9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic\, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks. \n(10) And finally\, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant\, most of all\, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle\, everyone gets to play\, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it\, learn from the experience\, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night\, share some air and feel the Mission Magic! URL:https://themissionjc.com/event/open-mic-night-the-mission-11/ LOCATION:The Mission\, 915 E High Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States CATEGORIES:Open Mic Night @ The Mission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/OMN-72722-WEBSITE-EVENT-AND-POST-1200-×-675-px-1.png GEO:38.5693146;-92.1613425 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mission 915 E High Street Jefferson City MO 65109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=915 E High Street:geo:-92.1613425,38.5693146 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220726T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220726T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T071959 CREATED:20220702T061435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T181728Z UID:10000231-1658862000-1658869200@themissionjc.com SUMMARY:Zak Skinner {All Night Happy Hour!!} DESCRIPTION:Doors@5pm \nSHOW 7-9PM \nNo Cover – Tips kindly appreciated!! \nZak Skinner hosts our popular Tuesday ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR! No Cover\, but tips are kindly appreciated. Grab some grub for carry out or delivery and join us for some Live and Local!! \nFACEBOOK {Zak Skinner} \nWEBSITE {Zak Skinner} \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBorn Zachary Dean Skinner on June 9\, 1988 in McKinney\, TX \, he started writing his own music at age 17 drawing his influences mostly from the alternative\, punk and indie/College Rock scene of the early ’90’s. After teaching himself guitar at age 15\, his natural talent\, and curiosity\, led him to learn bass\, blues harmonica\, banjo\, keys\, and drums. “Kick Me!” his first serious band\, formed at the age of 19. They recorded a demo\, and from that\, and countless free gigs\, his fans formed a foundation. Zak recorded a solo album in December of 2013 at Walker Studios in Gordonville\, Tx\, which was a collection of old and new songs he had written over time\, and produced by an old friend\, Tommy Walker. Together\, they have released the 3 song single “DEMO” with a full electric sound\, in fall of 2015. Zak traveled between states from 2013 to 2015 for work with Renaissance festivals. He used the opportunity to travel\, to play as often as he could\, gathering a few friends in different places\, before settling in Jefferson City\, MO. Missouri projects include Love-Seats\, Propaganja\, Rusted Satellites\, Persephone’s Whiskey Lullaby\, All of Us Together\, Collin County Steel & Wire. URL:https://themissionjc.com/event/zak-skinner-all-night-happy-hour/ LOCATION:The Mission\, 915 E High Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States CATEGORIES:Tuesday All Night Happy Hour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Zak-Skinner-72622-All-Night-Happy-Hour-WEBSITE-1200-×-675-px-1.png GEO:38.5693146;-92.1613425 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mission 915 E High Street Jefferson City MO 65109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=915 E High Street:geo:-92.1613425,38.5693146 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220719T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220719T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T071959 CREATED:20220703T021036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220703T021036Z UID:10000233-1658257200-1658264400@themissionjc.com SUMMARY:Olivia Taylor {ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR!!} DESCRIPTION:Doors@5pm \nSHOW 7-9PM \nNo Cover – Tips kindly appreciated!! \nOlivia Taylor hosts our popular Tuesday ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR! No Cover\, but tips are kindly appreciated. Grab some grub for carry out or delivery and join us for some Live and Local!! \nINSTAGRAM {Olivia Taylor} \n  \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/video-1636700848.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/video-1636700764.mp4 \nhttps://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/10000000_1526843860835349_2032925708643931687_n.mp4 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrom our local Jefferson City town looking for venues to play at\, Olivia Taylor found The Mission. She does a mix of bluegrass\, indie\, & pop and have played out before. She has originals and covers she performs. Date and time doesn’t matter\, she’s always ready to play.  URL:https://themissionjc.com/event/olivia-taylor-all-night-happy-hour-2/ LOCATION:The Mission\, 915 E High Street\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States CATEGORIES:Tuesday All Night Happy Hour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Olivia-Taylor-7192022-WEBSITE-1200-×-675-px.png GEO:38.5693146;-92.1613425 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mission 915 E High Street Jefferson City MO 65109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=915 E High Street:geo:-92.1613425,38.5693146 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220706T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220706T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T071959 CREATED:20220618T014411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220618T015629Z UID:10000211-1657134000-1657148400@themissionjc.com SUMMARY:SINGER-SONGWRITER Open Mic Night @ The Mission! DESCRIPTION:Doors@5pm SHOW@7PM NO COVER – Tips are kindly appreciated!! \nSIGN UP ⇒  \nUnlike our usual Open Mic Night 15 minute time slots\, we get to enjoy 25 minutes (20 minimum) of your original material. Solo acoustic to full band! We will provide a full backline as there will be no time for change over. Open Mic Night at The Mission is an environment of encouragement from the staff to patrons. Our stage is open. \nThe Mission Family is excited to offer this special evening. 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