jam session

noun

: an often impromptu performance by a group especially of jazz musicians that is characterized by improvisation

Examples of jam session in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Since Twomey’s arrival, Silverada have been turning its pre-show soundchecks into jam sessions, largely driven by Twomey. — Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2026

Highlights include jam sessions, music workshops, and food, along with music and craft vendors, dry camping and a kids’ camp. — Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 July 2026

Previous jam sessions with Dave Grohl check the box for Nirvana. — Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 30 July 2026

This isn’t the first time Scarlett has joined her dad on stage for a jam session. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

jam entry 3

First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for jam session

• accession
• aggression
• compression
• concession
• confession
• depression
• digression
• discretion
• expression
• impression
• obsession
• oppression

Kids Definition

jam session

noun

: an informal performance by a group of musicians (as jazz musicians) who often invite visitors to join in