What to Bring

1. Your instrument
2. Tuner (this is important – check out the FAQ on this!)
3. Other related gear as needed (strap, picks, capo, rosin, etc)
4. Music stand (only if needed; music stands should be as small or unobtrusive as possible; it’s important for others in the circle to see your hands playing your instrument)
5. Instrument stand (optional, but handy)
6. Song books and charts (optional, handy for seeing the lyrics and chords; as you get your more experienced you will be able to start playing more and more songs without the chart; see Resources for some recommendations)
7. Recording device (optional; e.g., the Voice Memo app on the iPhone;)

What to Know

1. At a minimum, be prepared to play and change between the G, C, and D chords.
2. The Wolfpack Pickers is not a “slow jam” but it is beginner friendly! That means it is fine to lead a song at a slower tempo as needed.
3. If you find that you can’t keep up, or are lost in the song, you can always just stop playing until you find your way back into the song, or wait until the next song starts.
4. Review the Jam Etiquette information so that you will be a good Bluegrass Citizen!