Acoustic music in New York City?

Question

I am planning to visit NYC in April 07 and wish to play some acoustic gigs. In Friends, Phoebe plays daytime sets in Central Perk. Does this kind of practice actually occur?

Any good venues/coffeehouses which do this kind of thing? Or is it better to send CDs over before I arrive?

Answer 1

You should probably call ahead and see what the protocol is for that kind of thing, just to be sure. But some good places might be:

The Back Fence - Bleeker Street
Zinc Bar - Houston Street
Pianos - Ludlow Street
Sidewalk Cafe - Avenue A

If they don't have what you are looking for, maybe they can recommend places that do.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

There are places that have this sort of set up. Try the Sidewalk Cafe. It's an actual venue, sort of...

Answer 4

You better set up a gig