Jamming with the Merry Minstrel Musical Circus

Jackson Browne’s set list at the Merry Minstrel Musical Circus holiday benefit show included “Take it Easy” and the Warren Zevon classic, “Lawyers, Guns and Money.” (Michael Robinson-Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

Dec. 21, 2012 4:35 PM PT

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The first Merry Minstrel Musical Circus at the Troubadour in West Hollywood becomes a celebration of music and camaraderie, with a charitable component in the mix.

Among the beneficiaries of the holiday show are Little Kids Rock, a program that puts rock instruments into kids’ hands, and Tazzy Animal Rescue Fund. (Michael Robinson-Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

The Troubadour’s Merry Minstrel Musical Circus -- which included Jackson Browne, second from left, along with various other musicians -- was the first in what is expected to be an annual holiday tradition. (Michael Robinson-Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

Bob Weir performed Grateful Dead classics, including “Bertha” and “Dark Star,” during his set. (Michael Robinson-Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

Mike Campbell, from left, Jonathan Wilson and Jackson Browne jam during a set. (Michael Robinson-Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

One of the special guests of the night was former ELO/Traveling Wilburys guitarist-singer-producer Jeff Lynne, left. (Michael Robinson-Chavez / Los Angeles Times)