The Ron Jones Quartet plays “The Great American Songbook”

Name: The Ron Jones Quartet plays “The Great American Songbook”
Start: 2026-03-27T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-03-27T22:00:00-04:00
Location: Caffè Vivace - Cincinnati, OH

Schedule

Fri Mar 27 2026 at 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Caffè Vivace - Cincinnati, OH | Cincinnati, OH

Ron Jones — alto saxophone
Chris Caporale — piano
Aaron Jacobs — bass
Jim Leslie — drums
Step into the timeless jazz world with alto saxophonist Ron Jones as he brings to life the unforgettable melodies of the great American Songbook. With masterful technique and a deep appreciation for the classics, Jones mesmerizes audiences with his soulful interpretations and virtuosic improvisations. From Gershwin's sultry allure to Ellington's swinging rhythms, Jones effortlessly navigates through the rich tapestry of jazz standards, captivating listeners with each note. Experience the magic of jazz history reimagined through the lens of a true virtuoso as Ron Jones pays homage to the iconic sounds that continue to resonate with audiences.
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.
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Important Notices:
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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.