Doors 6pm
Show 7:30pm
The Ellington Jazz Club is delighted to welcome the return of Australia’s legendary leading Jazz vocalist – the man with the voice as cool as a long G&T…VINCE JONES!
Please join us for an intimate evening of music with Australia’s national treasure and his world class band. Vince is celebrating a most significant Anniversary of a long applauded career of Songwriting, music and story-telling. This will be an evening of seductive memories and emotions from the man that brought us the iconic double platinum soundtrack ~ ‘Come In Spinner’ (from the ABC TV series) ~ ‘You Go to My Head’, ‘I’ve Got You Under My Skin’ and more.
Multi-award winning Vince Jones needs no introduction to any music-lover, renowned for the beauty of his voice and the eloquence of his trumpet playing. There is no one like Vince Jones In Concert or in Person, the man has a quiet charisma that has you spellbound! Audiences will enjoy his mellifluous, timeless tones, as he performs much loved original material such as ~ ‘Trustworthy Little Sweethearts’ * ‘Nature of Power’ * ‘Rainbow Cake’, and many more from His vast 22 album catalogue. Each melody transporting the listener beyond a world of care and woes to the sweet meditation of music and song. His trade-mark voice is a tenor of light sweetness, flowing easily through the music – this band swings soothes and bathes you in warmth.
“There could easily be comparisons between Chet Baker and Vince, but I feel sure he would be happy to be in that company”. – All About Entertainment Adelaide, June ‘23
Jones has set the benchmark for Australian Jazz singers since his emergence in the jazz clubs of Melbourne in the late 70s and early 80s. His international career has never hesitated in its musical evolution – a career played in the moment. He is that rare genre-defying artist who creates music without borders. Jones has to be the world’s most laid-back singer in a jazz style, relaxed, cool, and unhurried. His unique smooth vocals captivates the audience as he fills the lyrics with his obvious love of the songs. A remarkable interpreter and composer of songs in a contemporary unique style, whilst remaining relevant and prolific as a songwriter, continuing to explore new musical terrains. Confident in his own musical style, he sings like there’s nothing to prove with his distinctive rich velvety voice and profound joy for the music.
“Jones’ effortless sublime voice and command of his beloved trumpet, will have you swooning under his captivating spell.” Iain Shedden, The Australian
As a man who thinks deeply about the state of the world and our need to get back to a simpler way of living, He has never been afraid to comment on matters close to his heart; including our planet, world affairs, injustice, nature & the environment. His astute observations are interwoven between songs and through His original compositions, from an unashamed perspective on the world in which we live.
His passion and voice as fresh and alive as the first day he hit the stage, an Artist at the top of his game! Vinces’ longevity in a temperamental music industry is applauded by all, receiving many accolades, multiple awards and much recognition for his unique contribution to the Australian Music Industry. Jones continues to be invited to grace many stages Australia wide, headlining major Arts Festivals and frequently invited by Conservatoriums around the country to mentor tomorrow’s up and coming artists.
Particular about the musical company he keeps, Jones continues to enjoy playing with some of the best musicians the country has to offer and his shows reflect the respect all involved have for the art form that is Jazz. Tonight he is joined by longtime collaborator Pianist and Music Director Matt McMahon at the grand piano, Sam Anning on Double Bass, Jamie Oehlers on Tenor Sax and Ben Vanderwal on Drums.
“A magical performance by Vince Jones, who now has one of the Best in a long line of exceptional bands.” Sydney Morning Herald
Australia’s leading jazz vocalist, Vince Jones, is a remarkable interpreter and composer of songs in a contemporary jazz style – a style that appeals equally to listeners and his musical peers. As a vocalist he resists showing off technique to the detriment of feel – he’s confident in his musical literacy and sings like there’s nothing to prove. It’s a refreshing approach that gives the audience the chance to be really moved. Vince Jones also plays trumpet and over the years his style has developed a distinctive reserve and subtlety – he plays a little less and draws a good deal more from it than he did in earlier days. A brief, thoughtful solo from Vince is worth a hundred notes played with less discretion.
Born in Glasgow, Vince and his family came to live in Australia when he was 11 years old. He grew up in Wollongong NSW, listening to his horn-playing father and singing Mothers’ collection of great jazz albums, the feel, style and essence of the music became a natural part of Vince’s world. Starting his jazz performance journey as a bebop trumpet player, the young man had no idea that in 10 years, then 20 years – his superb voice would touch the hearts and minds of many listeners in Australia and beyond. At 20, Vince began playing the club circuit in Melbourne. He was drawn to R&B music – a genre in which the emotive force of the voice is matched by technical and improvising skills. To a young man steeped in creativity and blessed with a sweet golden voice – it was natural to meld these elements together and so began the evolution of one of Australia’s great vocalists.
A preview: ‘Nature of Power’
Facebook: @vincejones
