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
The Band at The Lilypad Cambridge MA
Photo by Steve Klamkin The Lilypad Oct 9, 2021
Photo Steve Klamkin
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.
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Carolyn McClair Public Relations
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
Performance Schedule
January 11,2024 - 7:30-10:30PM
(Thursday)
Private Party
Studio 952 in New York City
Duo with Frank Wilkins - Piano
January 28,2024 7:30-10:30PM
(Sunday)
Woods Hole Community Hall
68 Water St.
Woods Hole MA 02543
Admission $25.00
(508)548-7852
March 17, 2024 -Noon to 4 PM
(Sunday)
WICN Studio
50 Portland St
Worcester MA 01608
Colors of Jazz Broadcast
Host Bonnie Johnson
For Information - (508)752-0700
March 23, 2024 4:30 - 6:30PM (Saturday)
The Lilypad
1353 Cambridge St.
Cambridge , MA 02139
Admission -$15.00
617-955-7779
May 4, 2024 4:30 - 6:30PM (Saturday)
The Lilypad
1353 Cambridge St.
Cambridge , MA 02139
617-955-7779
Here's a video from our January 28, 2024 performance at the
Woods Hole Community Hall
August 10, 2024 4:30 - 6:30PM (Saturday)
The Lilypad
1353 Cambridge St.
Cambridge , MA 02139
Admission - $15.00
617-955-7779
September 28, 2024 4:30 - 6:30PM (Saturday)
The Lilypad
1353 Cambridge St.
Cambridge , MA 02139
Admission - $15.00
617-955-7779
November 2, 2024 4:30 - 6:30PM (Saturday)
The Lilypad
1353 Cambridge St.
Cambridge , MA 02139
Admission - $15.00
617-955-7779
Meet The Band
Frank Wilkins
Dave Zox
Alvin Terry
