is there a board where I might fine other players with similar abilities to jam with in my area?
nyc

Go to Craigs List. On the main page you'll see "musicians". It lists musicians that are looking for people to joined their band, people looking to join a band, or you can put your on ad there.

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Some music stores have bulletin boards especially for musicians looking for band members or just someone to jam with,they may have that in your area too.

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