Vince Jones Quintett

BOWRAL BOWLING CLUB is delighted to welcome 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 afternoon of music with Australia's National Treasure and his world class band.

This three time ARIA-Award winner is celebrating a significant anniversary of a long applauded career of songwriting, music and story-telling. This will be an afternoon 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' and 'I've Got You Under My Skin'

VINCE 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 quite like Vince Jones, the man has a quiet charisma that will leave 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’. 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 so 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 22 album 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. Working at a high level of excellence is this rare genre-defying artist who creates music without borders. 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 velvet 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

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.. Today he is joined by longtime collaborator Pianist and Music Director Matt McMahon * Karl Dunnicliff - Double Bass * John Mackey - Tenor Sax and * James Hauptmann 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 singer mother's 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:

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Tickets available to be booked as Table tickets of 2,4,6 or 8 or as un-reserved high seating for General Admission. Table tickets only require you to purchace the one ticket in the listing of your choice (ie.`1x Table of 6 is valid for 6 guests)

• Show doors open 2pm
• Vince Jones Quintett from 3pm
• Lunch and snacks availabe to order, to be served at your table. To dine prior to 2pm please make a reservation in the main clubhouse by calling 4861 1320

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