Vince Jones will present an intimate evening of music with his world-class band at Avoca Beach Theatre on August 10.
A remarkable interpreter and composer of songs in a contemporary jazz style, Jones also plays trumpet and over the years his style has developed a distinctive reserve and subtlety.
Born in Glasgow, he came to live in Australia with his family when he was 11 years old and grew up in Wollongong, listening to his musician father’s collection of great jazz albums.
The feel, style and essence of the music became a natural part of his 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, Jones 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.
Jones will perform songs from his vast 22 album catalogue, including Come In Spinner (from the ABC TV series), You Go to My Head, I’ve Got You Under My Skin, Trust Worthy Little Sweethearts, Nature of Power, Rainbow Cake and many more.
Each melody will transport the listener beyond a world of care and woes to the sweet meditation of music and song as Jones’ light tenor voice flows through each song.
Jones continues to explore new musical terrains as a songwriter.
He has never been afraid to comment on matters close to his heart, including our planet, world affairs, injustice, nature and the environment.
His astute observations are interwoven between songs and through his original compositions.
Jones has received multiple ARIA-Awards and continues to headline major arts festivals.
He is also frequently invited by conservatoriums around the country to mentor tomorrow’s up-and-coming music students.
He will be joined by long-time collaborator Matt McMahon (piano), Karl Dunnicliff (double bass), John Mackey (tenor sax) and James Hauptmann (drums).
The performance will be at 7.30pm on Saturday, August 10.
Book at avocabeachtheatre.com