The Musical Genius of Scott Jones By Walter Vaughn
What is it that separates one who plays an instrument from one who masters an instrument? Biologically, one could assume that long skinny fingers greatly benefit those who choose to play piano or guitar. Then again, there must be musicians with short chubby fingers who effortlessly run up and down the scale. There are numerous tools made available to the aspiring musician who choose to excel beyond the norm. Honestly, at the end of the day it's all about practice, practice, and more practice. Obviously, Scott Jones invested a great amount of time toward his love of music.
A few years ago BMS came across Scott by pure accident on Facebook. Like so many local artists there was a link to his music. From the day we selected play, BMS continues to shake their head in disbelief in Scott's amazing talent. After running a search on Scott, we were not surprised by what surfaced.
"Guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Scott Jones is a Progressive Arts recording
artist based out of St. Louis, Missouri. He has been a musician for 27 years, and a full time professional guitarist, composer, arranger for the last 17 years. Scott's debut C.D. Freedom, was released October 21, 2003 made the Grammy finalists list for Best Contemporary Jazz Release in 2004, and received critical acclaim. Scott played all the guitar and did all the programming and sequencing of every instrument on Freedom, except on "Convergence" and "Chaos Theory" where he played acoustic drums as well.Scott was also featured in the Oct. 2005 Guitar Player magazine, an international publication with a history of 40 years. Scott was named one of the world’s top ten undiscovered guitarists by the editors of the magazine. Ten finalists were chosen by the editors of GP magazine, out of 3000 submissions from all over the world. He is also been featured in Keyboard Magazine, Recording Magazine and Music & Computers Magazine. Although Scott’s main focus is on jazz and fusion, he is recognized as one of the most widely diverse players today.
See http://www.reverbnation.com/scottjonesmusic
What is Jazz fusion? "Jazz fusion is a musical fusion genre that developed from mixing funk and R&B rhythms and the amplification and electronic affects of rock, complex time signatures derived from non-Western music and extended, typically instrumental compositions with a jazz approach to lengthy group improvisations, often using wind and brass and displaying a high level of instrumental technique. The term "jazz rock" is often used as a synonym for "jazz fusion" as well as for music performed by late 1960s and 1970s-era rock bands that added jazz elements to their music. Some progressive rock is also labeled "fusion".[1] After a decade of popularity during the 1970s, fusion expanded its improvisation and experimental approaches through the 1980s and 1990s. Fusion albums, even those that are made by the same group or artist, may include a variety of styles. Rather than being a codified musical style, fusion can be viewed as a musical tradition or approach." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jazz_fusion
"Freedom" is the debut album from this incredible fusion artist. Scott Jones is more than just an incredible guitarist, add his stellar compositions and you also end up with more than jus
t another guitar based album. A perfect description of the music on "Freedom" would be a blend of Tribal Tech, Return to Forever, Herbie Hancock and Spastic Ink. CD comes enhanced with video, MP3's, and a special Chops From Hell presentation. "Freedom" also features sax-player Bill Elrod on four tracks. Recorded at The Backroom, St. Louis, Missouri. Personnel: Scott Jones (guitar, drums, sequencing); Bill Elrod (saxophone). Personnel: Scott Jones (guitar, drums). Audio Mixer: Scott Jones. So what are fans and critics saying about Scott's C.D. Freedom?
"Mind blowing, labor of love, multi-dimensional, intense, phenomenal, and jaw dropping!"
BSMS knows little about programming and sequencing, flexible rhythmic under structures, solo and ensemble improvisations, or highly sophisticated harmonic idiom. Personally, It's like listening to magic. After purchasing Scott's C.D. and fan wrote, " What planet are you from my friend? Can I please have a ride in the mother ship when they come to pick you up?" Simply, the genius of Scott Jones seems to be of another world and this is what makes it so very special! You can find all of Scott's great music at http://www.soundcloud.com/scottjonesmusic
Scott can been seen any given weekend playing lead guitar for the UltraViolets.
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Ultraviolets is one of the top premier bands in St. Louis performing over 100 shows per year. The UltraViolets' song list contains a wide variety of music, including classics by; Michael Jackson, The Temptations, Aretha Franklin, Bon Jovi, Shania Twain, AC/DC, Madonna and new music by Adele, Katy Perry, P!nk, Lady GaGa and Rihanna. The variety of music is but one reason why this band is "high energy and in high demand."Currently, Scott is working hard, focusing his creative abilities towards Film Scores, Film Trailers, Gaming Soundtracks, T.V. Scores, and Corporate Media Music Support. You can listen to Scott's Orchestral, Film, and Production Cues at http://www.soundcloud.com/scottjonesmusicComposer for film, immersive theater, video games, TV and all media streams. ALL compositions and performance ©2011 scottjonesmusic. You can purchase individual tracks or the entire set.
Scott also teaches guitar Fazios Music in Ellisville. MO. Fazio's has one of the best, oldest, largest and most comprehensive private music lesson programs in the St. Louis area. Fazio's Music is located at 15400 Manchester Rd. You can contact them at (636) 227-3573 or toll free at (888) 687-4200.
Besides be a great musician, more importantly, Scott is a great guy.
From Scott: "All of the following may seem cool, but is worthless without love. Loving people more than yourself and giving of your self, matter more than any of life achievements or accolades. I've lost a great deal through the years and most of it because my eyes were fixed on me and not others. I'd do anything to have learned this earlier."One other thing worth noting, Scott told BSM he has " short chubby fingers." lol!
http://www.reverbnation.com/scottjonesmusic
http://www.soundcloud.com/scottjonesmusic
