If there was one voice in Australian jazz more recognized than any other, it would be that of Vince Jones. Our leading vocalist, interpreter, trumpet player and composer has entertained and informed us for decades with his ever-evolving elite group of musicians. For this performance, Vince is joined by Matt McMahon on piano, Ben Waples on bass and Simon Barker on drums.

Vince Jones' music includes original songs and beautiful contemporary versions of jazz standards. His themes are often love, injustice, peace and anti-greed. The heart of his work lies at the crossroads of Afro-American blues and the melodies of the Celtic folk tradition. The songs he chooses - written by him or by others - always make an original, personal statement.

"I believe that all of your experiences affect who you are, how you think, speak and how you sing. You could say that my voice is a cacophony of the music, musicians, politics, mentors and philosophers that I've been lucky enough to have been introduced to. And if my voice is 'distinct', then I have to thank all of those people and experiences for helping me find my identity." - Vince Jones

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