Ron Jones Quartet — The Music of Cannonball Adderley

Name: Ron Jones Quartet — The Music of Cannonball Adderley
Start: 2025-11-28T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-11-28T22:00:00-05:00
Location: Caffè Vivace - Cincinnati, OH

Schedule

Fri Nov 28 2025 at 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Caffè Vivace - Cincinnati, OH | Cincinnati, OH

Ron Jones — alto saxophone
Rob Allgeyer — piano
Michael Sharfe — bass
Jim Leslie — drums
Join us at Caffè Vivace on Thursday, November 28, for an unforgettable evening of classic jazz as renowned alto saxophonist Ron Jones and his ensemble perform the timeless music of Cannonball Adderley. A cornerstone of hard bop and soul jazz, Adderley’s music is celebrated for its infectious swing, joyful spirit, and emotional depth.
Ron Jones brings this legacy to life with his rich tone, dynamic improvisation, and heartfelt delivery, drawing listeners into the same spirit that made Cannonball an icon. Expect a program filled with signature classics—spirited blues, lyrical ballads, and hard-driving grooves—that showcase both the artistry of Adderley and the creativity of Jones.
Whether you’re a dedicated jazz aficionado or simply curious to experience the excitement of live jazz up close, this night promises to be a memorable celebration of one of the music’s most beloved voices, all in the intimate listening environment of Cincinnati’s premier jazz lounge.
Ron Jones graduated Cum Laude from Florida A&M University with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education. Jones was also a member of the world-famous FAMU Marching 100 Band.
Jones is involved in jazz education, giving workshops at many Universities and High Schools in the Midwest. He has been a guest artist, clinician, and lecturer at Ohio State University, Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, Purdue University, Central Michigan University, Bradley University, Middle Tennessee State University, University of Kentucky, Indiana Wesleyan University, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Ball State University, Indiana State University, The University of Evansville, Vincennes University, Berea College, Ferris State University, University of Louisville, Grand Rapids Community College, University of Indianapolis, Eastern Kentucky University, and many others.
In 1997 Jones recorded his first CD, “A Vision of Beauty”. The CD has received nationwide airplay and great reviews from Jazziz and Cadence Magazines. Jones has performed with some of the biggest names in jazz like Diane Reeves, Terell Stafford, Christian McBride, Wynton, Branford, & Delfeayo Marsalis, Slide Hampton, James Williams, Kenny Kirkland, Bill Cunliffe, John Von Ohlen, Richard Davis, Jimmy Rainey, Cal Collins, Nat Adderley, Rufus Reid, Conrad Herwig, Donald Brown, John McNeil, Bobby Shew, Wycliffe Gordon, Gregory Hutchison, Winard Harper, Joe Labarbera, Pat Labarbera, Bob Hurst, Don Braden, Ed Soph, David Baker, Jamey Aebersold, Dan Hearle, Jerry Coker, Adam Nussbaum, David Liebman, Hal Galper, Ed Thigpen, Richard Groove Holmes, and many others.
If the total amount of beverages purchased by the party does not meet the minimum, a $15 drink/food minimum is charged per person in the party, per set.
Important Notices:
If you do not check in by 15 minutes into the start of the set, we reserve the right to resale your seats with no refund.
Tickets for this performance are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, a one-time transfer to a future show of equal value will be accepted. The transfer must be requested 24 hours before the start of the performance.