Billy Jonas is a singer/songwriter, guitarist and an "industrial re-percussionist" whose primary instrument is the audience. A Billy Jonas performance is an explosion of energy. In singalongs, bangalongs, whisperalongs, as well as improvised songs, his primary instrument is the audience. Everyone becomes part of a performance that reaches out and ". . . touches even the most hardened of hearts." (Fayetteville Morning News)
Concerts begin with a simple "tuning" of the audience; from there a whimsical trajectory carries listeners through stories of life, love, and triumph over 'Murphy's Law.' Jonas' original pieces are played on fanciful "industrial re-percussion" instruments made from found objects. He sings in a clear tenor voice; his guitar work is adventurous, alternately percussive and lyrical.
Jonas' heartwarming work has been enjoyed across North America since 1987. Previously a member of the highly acclaimed duo, "The Billys," he has been featured at prestigious festivals and venues nationwide (see selected venues). Jonas has shared stages with some of the world's favorite acoustic artists, including Patti Larkin, Ani DiFranco, David Wilcox, Richard Thompson, and Pete Seeger.
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 2 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): WALKABOUT WITH MY PEN
Once drove an old sedan, up north, From a place in Sydney to Cairns; Then to Kuranda I went forth, By train, to look without set plans.
I browsed through the trendy market, With fresh fruits of tropical kind; Walked to the creek through lush thicket - Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.
I dined in a scenic cafe; Then, outside, as I wrote for yen, Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey, You go walkabout with your pen.”
Request or question, I don’t know - Assured voices, elderly men. That’s now several years ago, And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.
Can't wait to see you in Columbia, SC! All the peeps at Richland County Public Library are spreading the word for you. Not that you need it... everyone is crazy ready!!!!!!
Thanks for adding us! I hope you can make it out to our to see our upcoming production: " Risque Business- a Burlesque Comedy Extravaganza".
Its going to be a GREAT show (music, singing, dancing, comedy, burlesque, variety acts, satire, story and more!) for a GREAT CAUSE! (100% of profits will be donated to the fight against breast cancer).
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Every Christmas season, I find myself wondering, what kind of a kid was Jesus? I mean, after he got himself out of the manger? We shot this video in 1992 with my daughter Willow. It's won some awards and is used in churches, temples & Sunday school classes. It addresses homelessness and caring for each other on this planet. It's called WHEN JESUS WAS A KID. Feel free to pass this on to friends and family. Happy, merry, warm and loving holidays to you and your loved ones. Bye for now - Peter Alsop
Thanks for being a friend! Tom's Fun Band is sad that we didn't get to play together at The Woodlands Children's Festival this year. Maybe next year! Take care.
Happy Halloween!!
We're all on this planet together
doin' the best we can.
Here's COSTUME PARTY - to celebrate that!
Enjoy! Sing along!
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Bye for now - Peter Alsop
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Hi Billy, Thanks for all the heart you share in your music and Spirit! We are very happy to have our CD, Elephants In My Ears, as an entry in the Best Musical Album For Children category of the Grammy Awards. We would be honored if you would cast a vote for our new CD. Thank you very much for giving us a listen! Ava and The Mystic Mangos (# 025. under Children's music)
Hey Billy J! We had a great time singing and dancing with you at the Playhouse Music Fest. My little Aydan just adores you. We love what you do! Thanks...Peace...Lisa
