JOAN WATSON-JONES, Choices
In addition to being a noted recording artist, Joan Watson-Jones, a veteran of the New England Jazz scene, is host and producer of The Jazz Room, an online radio show where she plays music and interviews top names.
The magic of her guests and a wealth of jazz influences continues to rub off on the versatile, deeply soulful, emotional and sublimely swinging singer, who on her latest album Choices continues to reveal the depths of her artistry as an insightful songwriter and musical storyteller.
She bookends the set with a booming, wildly percussive twist on “Topsy 2” featuring her own lyrics celebrating her passion for dance, and a vibrant stroll through the always welcome and uplifting “Here’s to Life.”
The core of the collection though is a jazz troubadour’s delight, as Watson-Jones gets personal sharing heartfelt narratives about and featuring the wisdom of her parents, a family friend, her beloved husband and an old college friend.
Aside from being a delightfully charming set of vocal jazz, the perfectly titled album – featuring the singer’s longtime band members Frank Wilkins (piano), Dave Zox (bass) and Alvin Terry (drums) – feels like a warm, intimate (yet often rhythmically and harmonically rousing!) evening at home with her extended family.
March 23, 2020
Singer/Songwriter Joan Watson-Jones
Straight Ahead Jazz with a Touch of R&B
Photo by Steve Klamkin The Lilypad Oct 9, 2021
Our goal is to give you a joyful musical experience so you go home happy and relaxed. We're not just about jazz tunes and improvisation but storytelling in song.
What People are Saying!
"Thanks for transporting me to a wonderful place!! Thank you"
..Nancy
"Bravo! Encore! Amazing and so much talent in one room! In the pocket!"
.. Gayle
"Thank you for an awsome birthday evening"
..Marie
"Im gonna love you like nobody's love you Come Rain or Come Shine.
Thank you ,Joan Watson-Jones,thank you!"
..Barbara
First Night Portsmouth ,NH
"I'll Cry Tomorrow" words and music Joan Watson-Jones
Filmed at Chelmsford Center for the Arts Dec. 2021
Performance Schedule
October 15, 2022 (Saturday)
Joan Watson-Jones and Friends in Concert
Chelmsford Center for the Arts
1A North Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824
7:30-9:00PM
Tickets-TBA-Live Stream and In Person
Call 978-250-3780
Frank Wilkins-Piano
Dave Zox- Bass
Alvin Terry-Drums
September 17 ,2022 4:30 - 6:30PM (Saturday)
The Lilypad
1353 Cambridge St.
Cambridge , MA 02139
Tickets-$12.00pp Available Online
617-955-7779
July 14 ,2022 5:30 - 6:30PM
(Thursday ) Outdoor Show
East Cambridge Savings Bank
Parking Lot
1310 Cambridge St.
Cambridge , MA 02139
Free to the Public
June 9,2022 5:30 - 6:30PM
(Thursday ) Outdoor Show
East Cambridge Savings Bank
Parking Lot
1310 Cambridge St.
Cambridge , MA 02139
Free to the Public
April 23, 2022 4:30 - 6:30PM (Saturday)
The Lilypad
1353 Cambridge St.
Cambridge , MA 02139
Tickets-$12.00pp
617-955-7779
Meet The Band
Frank Wilkins
Dave Zox
