I'm curious about how different CI communities organize their jams. Lately, I've been thinking about how much the 'frame' changes the experience. And maybe how even the prevalence of different forms shapes a local CI community and reflects it at the same time.

Some places keep it open with music (live or recorded) or without (silent jam), others go for structured formats like:

* The Underscore
* Round Robin
* Focus jams
* Score jams
* CDP (Contemplative Dance Practice) sessions



I'd love to hear:

* What formats are regular in your community?
* Do you have a favorite (or one you find challenging)?
* Any unique local forms or scores that felt special?



Personally, I love the focus of silent jams, whereas my experience of jams with recorded music varies a lot, depending on the taste of music of the facilitator(s), their ability to read the room and how dominant the music is. Live music mostly works for me. I would also say these are the three most common jam types in our community.

I almost always enjoy the special focus and concentration in the Underscore or CDP. Round Robins are not my cup of tea (or challenging to me), the performativity feels too forced, I prefer the emergent performativity of the other jam formats. But they are very rare here anyways these days, I mostly experienced them in workshop or intensive settings.

What's the 'flavor' of your local scene and your experience with these and other jam formats?

Looking forward to learning from you all!

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Different Jam Formats: What's your local flavor and personal taste?