The Inaugural Guitar Mash with Larry Campbell, Nels Cline, Lenny Kaye, Stefan Grossman and Vernon Reid at City Winery

Players. Listeners. Open to All. An extraordinary afternoon of jamming with your friends, family, perfect strangers and musical heroes. Artist Co-Chairs: Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Tom Colicchio (Top Chef, Craft) Musical Director: Mark Stewart (Paul Simon, Bang On A Can)Benefit Concert + Jam The event is open to guitar players, enthusiasts, collectors and their families (ages 11 and up*). Guitarists will have access to the lyrics and chords online prior to the event. Participants will also have the unique opportunity to pay-to-play a selection of “Dream Guitars”, made possible by Sam Ash Music. Silent Auction Featuring a Boss pedal signed by the Edge; a Martin D-28; a Lanikai Ukelele signed by uke star Jake Shimabukuro; a bass signed by alternative rock band Death Cab for Cutie; plus guitars by Gibson, Fender, Breedlove and more! Brunch and Bloodys – soft drinks too! *Note: This event is for ages 11 and up. Children 10 and under are welcome to enjoy art, music and pizza at Church Street School throughout the hours of the event.

Sunday, November 11, 2012 - 11:30am