<p>I know Pittsburgh has an active folk music scene if you like that:
[Calliope</a> - The Pittsburgh Folk Music Society](<a href=“http://calliopehouse.org/]Calliope”>http://calliopehouse.org/)</p>
<p>There are many clubs with live music. Pghcitypaper.com has a good events listing. Many area pubs have open mic nights too. Not sure there is a Pitt club (lots of choral, yes) but you can always start one.</p>