JMI is excited to welcome Jazz Legend Multi ARIA-Recipient VINCE JONES, acclaimed vocalist, trumpeter, songwriter and one of our most beloved iconic voices in Australian music along with his world-class group for an exclusive Vince Jones Quintet Masterclass, Friday April 24th @ 12.30 pm. A phenomenal, exceptional, group all at the top of their game, you will walk away feeling inspired, elevated and musically enriched by their collective and individual expertise.
WORKSHOP DETAILS:
Friday 24th April 2026
12:30PM TO 2:30PM
$30 Entry (+BF)
ALL MUSICIANS WELCOME
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About Vince Jones Quintet
Vince needs no introduction to any music-lover, celebrated for the beauty of his signature voice, there is no one like Vince Jones in concert or in person, the man has a quiet charisma that has you spellbound! He has to be the world’s most laid-back singer, relaxed, cool and unhurried, confident in his own musical style, he sings like there’s nothing to prove; his mellifluous tone filling the lyrics with his obvious joy of the music.
Nicknamed – Australia’s National Treasure, for over 5 decades Vince has carved out a singular space in our musical landscape, blending cool jazz, soul and sophisticated song writing with a lyrical honesty that speaks straight to the heart. From his breakthrough in the early 80s, to creating the highest-selling Oz Jazz album to date ‘Come in Spinner’ (from the ABC TV Series) to his enduring presence on festival stages and concert halls here and overseas, Jones has remained true to an artistic vision that’s as politically conscious as it is musically rich.
Celebrating 50 Years of songwriting, storytelling touring his original music, Vince is recognised as one of the country’s most influential Jazz artists captivating audiences with his deeply expressive vocals and spirited Flugelhorn playing, he doesn’t just interpret songs he inhabits them! With 25 albums to boot, a repertoire including beloved originals such as – ‘Trustworthy Little Sweethearts’ ‘Nature of Power’ ‘Rainbow Cake’, and fresh takes on Jazz standards, he continues to inspire generations of musicians and listeners alike. His voice and spirit as vibrant as the first day he hit the stage.
Frequently invited by Australian Music Conservatoriums to mentor up and coming music students in Jazz, Voice and Songwriting, a cause he is passionate about, culminating in live concerts at the Cons showcasing the students’ talents to the public. Vince enjoys working with and fostering students in his own touring shows (outside of Cons), offering many pearls of wisdom from his long-esteemed career.
As a man who thinks deeply about the state of the world, his passion for social consciousness shines through in his lyrics and life. Never shy about sharing his views on the human condition, world affairs and the environment, his astute thought provoking observations have you walking away inspired … you take home something to think about! “I watch people’s faces; and sometimes it looks like strange things are happening in their souls when they listen.” – VJ
Born in Glasgow, Vince and family came to live in Australia at 11 years old. Growing up in Wollongong NSW, listening to his Horn-playing father and singing Mothers’ collection of great jazz albums, the feel, style and essence of the music became a natural part of Vince’s world. Starting his journey at 20 as a bebop trumpeter playing the club circuit in Melbourne in the late 70’s and early 80’s, the young man had no idea that in just a few years his superb voice would touch the hearts and minds of many. He was drawn to R&B music-a genre in which the emotive force of the voice is matched by technical and improvising skills. To a young guy steeped in creativity and blessed with a sweet golden voice – it was natural to meld these together – so began the evolution of one of Australia’s great vocalists. An Artist at the Top of His Game, Vince continues to set the benchmark for Australian Jazz!
This stunning world-class musically rich group features the artistry of –
* Matt McMahon on Piano – long time loved member, MD & collaborator and composer of Vinces Quartet. Widely regarded for his sensitive and inventive improvisational style. Matt’s exquisite playing sees Him highly in demand with many top Oz Jazz & OS visiting artists, such as Irish touring artist Mary Coughlan, vocalist Tina Harrod, Kate Wadey, trumpeter Phil Slater, Guitarist and Oud player Joseph Tawadros. Matt also holds a position as a faculty member of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, teaching jazz studies.
Career Highlights & Awards
* National Jazz Award – He won the Wangaratta Victoria National Jazz Piano Award in 1999.
* Freedman Jazz Fellowship – Awarded this prestigious fellowship in 2005.
* ABC Jazz Artist in Residence –Most recently served as the Artist in Residence in June 2025, where he curated playlists focusing on piano trios and “Aussie Heroes”.
* Welcoming New band member Phil Stack – Double Bassist (Thirsty Merc). Hugely In demand acclaimed Australian bassist singer-songwriter and producer is one of a rare breed who seamlessly crosses genres from Jazz to Rock, achieving equal amounts of recognition and success in both. Phil plays electric bass in Thirsty Merc, whilst the Dbl bass remains his ‘true love’ and primary instrument in His extensive Jazz career. A force of nature on the bass, Stack attacks the instrument with an energy, vigour and passion almost unparalleled. Studied at the Sydney Con and went on to become James Morrisons bassist working with many known Jazz performers, Winner of the 2008 National Jazz-Awards (bass), multi instrumentalist, releasing His Solo Debut full length Album “Colourful..Noisy” in September 2020.
* John Mackey ~ Tenor Saxophone, valued member of Vinces Quartet, 10Part Convention among others. A highly respected Jazz saxophonist, former educator and lecturer in Jazz ANU School of Music Canberra, specialising in Sax, improvisation and ensemble direction. Holding a BMusic in Jazz from Edith Cowan Uni > Mackey has a distinguished career performing in Sweden & throughout Oz, Europe and the US with jazz royalty like BB King and Ray Charles, Lee Konitz and Nat Adderley. A Big friendly fellow with a Big Tenor Sax-personality!
* And, the very enthusiastic James Hauptmann on Drums, of the well regarded Hauptmann musical family, (siblings Zoe Hauptmann Dbl Bass & brother Ben Hauptmann Guitar). Surfer Jogger and one of the star graduates of Canberra School of Music at ANU. James is known tasteful master as he plays well considered grooves & marks time on the kit with bandleaders as diverse as Dbl Bassist Jonathan Zwartz, Steve Hunter, Dale Barlow, Sean Wayland, Miroslav Bukovsky, Unity Hall Jazz Band. & has recorded with The Mark Isaacs Trio, Steve Hunter Band. Worked on ABC Recordings with The James Ryan Trio and Aaron Flower. James studied flamenco cajon with renowned flamenco percussionist Andrej Vujicic from ‘Puerto Flamenco’ and has performed with Bandaluzia Australia wide. “