Mon Mar 30
Susan Jones Jazz Quartet - DCFM Jazz Series
9:30PM / $25 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
Susan Jones
Jazz violin group, playing originals, Bossas, and Latin Jazz
Violin Dreams might just be the ultimate title to describe the Susan Jones Jazz Quartet —the swinging, energetic and highly entertaining group led by violinist Susan Jones.
After studying classical violin and discovering the sounds of legendary jazz great, Stephane Grappelli, Jones’ number one dream and lifelong passion has been jazz performance.
“Jones is one of the best violinists in Washington, and in the relatively small world of jazz violinsts, she’s developing an international reputation.”—The Washington Post
Being based in the Washington DC area, (a region with a diverse potpourri of venues offering a wide range of musical styles), has allowed her to create a multi-faceted career in music, satiating her desire to incorporate her many influences and to play almost constantly.
The Susan Jones Quartet’s live performances consistently delight with a premium lineup of musicians including Cristian Perez on guitar, Bob Abbott on bass, and Tom Jones on drums. Jones says, “When I first heard the French Jazz violinist Stephane Grappelli, his music brought me total joy. If I were listening to his music, you could tell me World War lll was breaking out and I’d still be grinning. I began playing for the pure joy of it and to bring happiness to others. If I can move people the way he did, it’s been a good night, a good gig.”
Susan has helped to back up dozens of visiting artists (e.g. Dionne Warwick, Aretha Franklin, Robert Plant, Jimmy Page and Stevie Wonder) at venues including: The Kennedy Center, Constitution Hall, the Verizon Center and the Newport Jazz Festival. She has also toured with Barry White.
Susan has mastered styles ranging from classical to jazz, and performing solo, in duos, trios and as a quartet as well as performing with other like-minded and talented musicians including Latin, Folk-Rock, Country, Klezmer and Mariachi groups, ultimately adding dimension and versatility to her own exhilarating shows.
“Both her ensemble and solo work exude a kind of tonal charisma. And where one can hear players like Jerry Goodman and Joe Venuti have left a mark or two on Jones’ conception, one is ultimately taken with her own singing tone.” —Reuben Jackson
Her original tunes plus arrangements with unique twists on standard compositions have filled numerous CDs: “Violin Dreams”, “Nuts and Bolts”, “Violin Caliente”, each garnering national critical acclaim. The newest release, “Exit 19”, exudes the confidence and grace of her years of experience and musical surprises (as well as the title and CD cover art) exemplifying Jones’ willingness to experiment and play outside the box that her fans have come to expect with each new release.
With over 40 years of experience, Susan Jones reigns as one of the most accomplished and versatile violinists in the Washington area. By performing in public and private venues, including intimate settings to large capacity halls, Susan Jones has attracted the attention of DJs and audiences alike who fall prey to her amazing and alluring melodies, engaging rhythm and textures, and finely tuned skill.
9:30PM / $25 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
1. Final sale, no refunds, not transferable.
2. $15 food/beverage minimum per person not included in ticket price.
3. Seating first come at the door. Doors open 6 PM & 8:45 PM respectively Monday thru Saturday, and 4:30 PM & 7:15 PM Sundays.
4. No Photography or Recording of any kind during the performance.
5. Keep conversation to a minimum during the performance.