Jigarre Jammin' - we're making music

30/08/2024

Only a month til Sept.
Campover
Watch this space.

25/08/2024

Saturday 24th saw a great gathering of 40 + musos joining in with the leaders to play and singalong to many fun and familiar songs. Thank you leaders for your commitment. The Open mic was another very entertaining 1 1/4 hour!! We are all looking forward to our Annual September Campover 27,28,29th Sept. Thoughtful camping rules apply . Don’t forget your solar lights to keep everyone safe around camp.

16/08/2024

GIRGARRE TOWN
Pete Gibson

16/08/2024

Open Mic @ FALCON on
1st Sept cancelled due to renovations

16/08/2024

Hi Jigarre Jammers and anyone who has enjoyed the deliciousness at Gargarro Botanical Gardens Cafe - it’s our chance to help Joel and Leon win an award for Business Excellence in the Campaspe shire. Not only do they offer amazing friendly customer service, but they support local employment for the young people of the district.
You can support them and vote for all categories as seen below, by going to the Campaspe website and giving them your votes.
The following is a copy not a direct link.
Thank you for enjoying our favourite place in Girgarre!!

04/08/2024

Please please share this wonderful opportunity for young musicians to shine.

25/07/2024

So it’s a cold week !!! why not join the warmth and music making at Jigarre Jammin tomorrow at Girgarre Memorial Hall - 10-4 pm
BYO instruments or just your voices! Circle jam, open mic, 2 led sessions with words/ chords on huge screen . Lotsa laughs, tea n coffee on tap, great people from all over the place- all welcome - we are just over the road from the infamous Gargarro Cafe!!
We would love to have you join us.

19/07/2024

Hey Jigarre Jammers, there’s a Bush Dance @ Kotta on Sat 20th
July if you’re looking for a way to warm up.
6.30 bbq tea.
Dance to Billabong Bushies .

24/06/2024

The cold weather did not deter 40 music lovers to travel to a lovely jam session last Saturday. Kaye ran a pleasant Open mic session, other sets were led by Audrey, Claire and Irene n co.
July and August are the quieter months so please surprise us by your presence- it’s very cosy in the Girgarre Hall!!
We are already looking forward to the September campover on 27-29th Sept. You can be prepared by thinking about your Walk up opportunity, checking out our “safe camping” rules ( lighting at tent peg’s and guyropes) and inviting your mates to join you.
Thanks to all who came along at the weekend - you are exactly what we are looking for!!!

16/06/2024

Sat 22nd - Jigarre Jammin’

- we meet again with a new WINTER PROGRAM …. Note earlier start !!

10-11am - Celtic circle jam
11.15-12.30- Open Mic
1.15-2 pm - led by Audrey
2.15-3pm- led by Claire
3-3.30 pm - social time over afternoon tea
3.30 - pack up and leave Hall as found!!

Looking forward to seeing you all.
Coffee and snacks available over at Gargarro Cafe!!

16/06/2024

25/05/2024

38 Musos enjoyed a day of a fantastic variety of music today at our monthly Jam….thanks to Gwen, Kim and Rae for presenting and giving us joy!!! Lorraine MC’d an entertaining Open Mic…lots of new talent, with new songs, different styles! And Ken made us sound good!! Thanks to all those who travelled to be a great group to spend the day with!! Cya next month same time , same place, new leaders, new songs!!!

21/05/2024

Next Campover - Sept 2024…
Fri 27th- Sun 29th
This is NOT a Muster.

29/04/2024

23/04/2024

Jigarre Jammin’s camp weekend is nearly here. A jam packed weekend of friendship and musical shenanigans in the Girgarre Memorial Hall. The campers are already rolling in-come and join them, there’s music wafting around the camp already - they can’t wait. The weekends program is a little different this time due to the re-formed Junkestra’s final spit and polish before the concert on Sunday (see the flyer below). Camp Program. Friday evening 7pm - white board open mic in the Girgarre Supper Room. Bring along a tune or two. Saturday 10.30am. Grab a quick coffee and join us for another open mic in the hall. Saturday arvo. 1.30 - 3.30 an on screen play along Jam. Dust off your guitar, uke or mando for some easy, catchy tunes to play or just sing. Three fantastic leaders to help you along. There’s also the opportunity to join a random pick ‘Five Minutes of Fame’ band. Terrific fun and very popular. Saturday evening from 7pm the Five minute bands will star followed by a classy concert. Camping costs $25 p/p (cash thx). Saturday visitors $5 and a plate of afternoon tea. Sunday 10 -11am free old time gospel singalong in the Hall. You’ll know the tunes.
Sunday afternoon free concert over in the Girgarre Botanic Gardens Soundshell - come and hear the amazing Junkestra and other guests perform. More info. E: [email protected] - Irene 0429 149 246

14/04/2024

Full steam ahead….

13/04/2024

Junkestra rehearsals in full swing...sounding good.

30/03/2024

It’s all go….will be huge. More players, more instruments and a brand new piece.

21/02/2024

Girgarre is abuzz! Graeme Leak is coming back, the Junkestra instruments are being dusted off and we are looking for people who would like to be part of this incredible experience. No musical experience or expertise needed, just enthusiasm. Want to be part of it? (It requires some commitment to rehearsals). Dates and times will be advertised soon. Concert will be on Sunday afternoon 28 April at the Girgarre Soundshell. Contact. [email protected] or Lyn Cosham. E; [email protected].

12/02/2024

If anyone from our Jigarre Jammin’ community discovered they have left their music stand at Howlong Camp don’t panic- Andrea has it and can return it sometime soon- just let Andrea or Di know soon.
What a relaxing weekend - aaaaah!

03/02/2024

Happy birthday to this special man. Love the t- shirt. XO

19/01/2024

Hmmm, hope it turns up…

19/01/2024

Bush Dancing fun at Girgarre's Moosic Muster

08/01/2024

For those keen to find out more about road blocks etc in our state before you leave for Girgarre Moosic Muster

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08/01/2024

UPDATE FOR CAMPERS 12.30pm Monday 8th January. Please be advised that ground conditions today are wet! Follow the directives of the organisers and be mindful of others. Thank you Andrea Shepherd for bringing our onsite reporter. Watch for further reports and please check road conditions on your travels to Girgarre.

02/01/2024

Well all good things are brewing and it’s only a week til many of us will be together celebrating the 17th Moosic Muster!!

There is a great program planned for you to be found on www.girgarre.com . Read it from cover to cover- get some vibes for where you think you will be at any given time over the week- pack your aerogard, sunscreen, hat, chair , and all ya musical instruments!! But most of all a bag full of good humour, patience, your best happy face, words/ chords of your fav songs for walk ups, plenty of snacks or some spare $$ to spend at the kitchen/coffee/lunches etc. oh and maybe a tent or swag.

You will find a roped off area set apart for Uncle Horace’s Chicken Coop, where you can do a bitta pickin with Audrey, Keith n John. Please leave space around this venue to be fair to yourselves! I guarantee you will sleep better!!

There will be the usual portaloos plonked around the camp areas and the prestigious Dunny Fairy who so generously replenishes them on your behalf. Please make her job pleasant- if you don’t drop or drip at home then don’t drop or drip in Girgarre!!

As you set up camp we can’t stress how important it is to be aware of others - park neatly - in a way that you are ready to evacuate in an emergency. Don’t take up more space than you need and remember the shade moves to be shared!!

Mealtimes can be very busy so expect to be in long lines at times.
Our local friends have worked hard to deliver - pat them on the back and show appreciation.

Campers please be aware of the times that you may utilise the Dump site - between 9 pm and 7 am ONLY!! For very obvious reasons!!!!

We have an amazing Chair Committee who will prepare each venue for every change in the program. If you see it’s a little light on team members spare a moment and ask how you can help.

We are excited to meet you all . Campers can expect a welcome visit from George and or Garry, as they greet you . When you have your lanyards they will give you a special receipt to display on your site.

In closing - a reminder to wear your lanyard visibly at ALL times. This is your pass to everything but only if you wear it. Your meal tickets will be handed in at each feast. Please help each other by reminding your buddies to “ lanyard up” . We don’t wanna get the Lanyard police involved.

That’s a lot eh? But please have THE best time- meet many new people- make new friends- and make lotsa good Moosic.

Cya there!!!

02/01/2024

For those grateful musicians who were saddened by the death of our main man Max Amos here is an open invitation to attend his Memorial in Melb. Barb Amos asked that it be shared to anyone who may be interested in attending. If you intend to go along please RSVP as requested in the invitation.

05/12/2023

If you would still like to purchase a set of Girgarre Moosic Muster number plate frames for Christmas gifts you have an extension until Sunday for them to arrive for the special day!!!

05/12/2023

The 2024 Moosic Muster is sneaking up on us!! 10-14th Jan. Opening night will have you hopping and jigging to the music from Billabong Bushies!!a free night out for you and the fam!!
Come on down to the hoe down in town!!! Be ready to bop from 7 pm onwards in the hall .

04/12/2023

It is with much sadness that we share the passing of our esteemed Moosic Muster Pioneer Max Amos. Max was the very heart and soul and the creator of the Moo Muster. His example of inclusion was fostered by offering beginners the simplest steps to learn an instrument…and be part of any jam. He could play almost any instrument . His dedication to Girgarre can be seen in the things we take for granted…..like the instruments in the front room, the screen and projector we use monthly, the sound system that has since been superceded , the systems we use to drive Jigarre Jammin’, the words we use to encourage and invite you to belong to the music world at Girgarre. On a personal level some of us have much to be thankful for, and have missed his wisdom and support over the past years of his illness. We send love to Barb, Karen, Michael and families and his dearest friends. . RIP Max….keep on playing in the Angel Band. 💔