Simon Jones Music
Musician/ Songwriter/ Guitar Repairs/ Guitar Lessons
ADEN AND SIMON MUSIC DUO
~PAST EXPERIENCE~
PAST EXPERIENCE - BIO
Introduction:
Aden and Simon Music Duo have played at many large corporate events in Adelaide, and nationally (of up to 600 guests) at prestigious venues such as Adelaide Oval, Kooyonga Golf Club, Adelaide Town Hall, The Mayfair Hotel, Mt Osmond Golf Club, National Wine Centre, The Gabba (Brisbane), Royal Adelaide Golf Club and many more. We believe we would therefore be well suited to provide a great musical experience for your guests. Our dynamic guitar duo has been the choice for countless weddings, private functions, corporate events, and special celebrations, creating memorable moments with every note.
Why Choose Aden and Simon Music:?
The Duo is well established and has been chosen to play over 90 live performances in the past 12 months (see summary of clients below), so I am sure you would be very happy with our performance. On many weekends we have performed up to 4 gigs, so are very grateful to be performing regularly. We also play at interstate locations and are booked to perform at events in Tasmania and Queensland in the next few months.
We have also provided sound for the Premier, Hon, Peter Malinauskas MP, Treasurer and other Ministers at a meeting of the Adelaide Hills Regional Business Engagement Forum.
We are also very thankful to have received many 5-star reviews on CrowdPleaser from our past clients, and even more on other sites that we use to generate music opportunities. A few of these reviews can be found at the bottom of this email, but you can also see many more at: https://www.simonjonesmusic.com.au/reviews. You will find videos of us at https://www.simonjonesmusic.com.au/videos . There are also many images at https://www.simonjonesmusic.com.au/images. Other social media links can be visited through: https://linktr.ee/simon_jones_music
Bookings:
To place a booking, we only require confirmation by email, plus a 20% deposit. The balance is due 14 days before the event. Please email simon.jones@cotc.com.au for further details.
Background Information
Aden and Simon Music Duo has been established for 6 years and we have played at hundreds of venues in South Australia and interstate during this time, including private and corporate events, weddings, parties, breweries, cafes and wineries, small and large! Just about everything really! Our individual experience is even longer, as Aden and I have been working in the industry for a number of years prior to forming our duo.
Aden and I pride ourselves on being polished and professional - music is a full-time career for both of us. You will find that we are very organised and attentive, and we will do our very best to ensure your event goes off incredibly well! In addition, we are both degree graduates of the Elder Conservatorium of Music, Adelaide University, so we are not only passionate about our music, but also trained to provide consistent quality at the highest levels.
Previous Clients:
Here is a list of a few of the corporate clients we have provided music for:
- AFRA National 2024 Conference – Seppeltsfield Barossa Valley
- Architectural Centre - Adelaide Oval, Adelaide Town Hall and The Gabba Brisbane
- Coopers Brewery Foundation - Kooyonga Golf Club
- Dragon Boats SA - Royal Adelaide Golf Club
- Solterbeck Events Sydney - Adelaide Oval
- South Australian Road Running Marathon Festival
- Shaw and Smith Winery – S.A. State Cabinet and Premier’s country meeting
- City of Charles Sturt - Covid Stimulus performance,
- Dulux Paints - Adelaide Oval
- The Society of Auctioneers & Appraisers, Agents & Managers Awards Nights
- Glenelg Surf Club Community Event,
- Birkala Sports Club Community Event,
- Blind Sporting Council Events,
- Eye Play Sport Balls,
- Craniofacial Australia Events,
- Sala Art Exhibition,
- Lebanese Antiochian Church youth events,
- Regal Theatre Community Event,
- Capri Theatre Community Event,
- Society of Auctioneers & Appraisers Golden Gavel Awards nights,
- Filipino cultural night,
- Italian Community Masquerade party,
- North West Business Alliance event,
Numerous other gigs have included weddings, private/corporate functions, and public gigs at the following venues:
- Adelaide Festival Theatre,
- Mayfair Hotel,
- Pontoon Bar Adelaide (Melbourne Cup),
- Stamford Grand (Front Bar and Ballroom),
- Pubs including:
- British Hotel Port Adelaide
- Prancing Pony Brewery Mt Barker
- The Duck Coromandel Valley
- Prince Albert Hotel Gawler,
- Hughes Park Clare,
- Golden Fleece Hotel Gawler,
- Hotel Victor,
- Glenelg Football Club (Glenelg Football Oval),
- RSL Clubs,
- Gala Shopping Centre Opening Event,
- Church Christmas parties,
- and many more cafes, breweries and wine bars….
We have also performed live on radio on several occasions.
Set up Requirements:
Our duo can fit into a relatively small area of about 3m by 3m, with speakers placed in appropriate locations around this.
We provide a high quality QSC sound system including excellent speakers, mixing desk , microphones and associated equipment, leads etc. Space required for a 4 piece band will be around 4 x 3m.
Setting up usually takes an hour (or one and a half hours for the band), including sound check. Packing up is around 30 minutes.
Our only critical requirement is a power point within 10m approx, and shelter from inclement or hot weather..
Set List/Songs
We play re-mixed versions of songs from the 1950's to the current day. We often receive comments to say that our versions provide a completely new approach, - we sound fresher and more classy! This is due to the quality/sophistication of our sound, musicianship, and the attention we pay to getting our arrangements right. We tend to avoid playing the songs that you hear over and over, in favour of choosing songs from well known artists, that are less often heard.
We update our songs constantly - always looking for material that will enhance any type of event. Our extensive repertoire features popular songs from the past four decades, including current artists like Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, King Princess, Elliott Smith, Jon Bellion, John Mayer, Counting Crows, Feist, Jack Johnson, Missy Higgins, Justin Bieber and many others.
We have also selectively sourced, classics from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and beyond, including Prince, James Taylor, Fleetwood Mac, Michael Jackson, Carole King, The Animals, Spencer Davis Group, Coldplay, The Eagles, The Beatles, Roxette, etc. and many more. This ensures that everyone, young and old, will enjoy singing along to their favorite tunes. We also play songs from the 40s and 50s for events including concerts at Aged Care Facilities, or other times that this era will be suited for.
Amongst these there are plenty of upbeat songs, but also alluring melodic pieces that are ideal for more intimate events, cocktail functions, wine bars etc.
What Sets us Apart
Authentic Live Music: With a commitment to authenticity, every performance is live and unscripted – we don't use backing tracks. Our music responds in real-time to your guests' energy, creating a truly personalised experience that pre-recorded tracks can't replicate.
Top-Quality Sound & Professionalism: We use high-end equipment, including stereo sound systems and harmonising vocals, to deliver a full-band experience as a guitar duo. With Conservatorium of Music training and years of professional experience, you can expect polished, top-quality sound at every performance.
Adaptable to Any Event Setting: From large venues of 300+ guests to intimate backyard parties, we adapt our music to the setting. With a combination of acoustic and electric guitar, harmonies, and even sound effects for awards nights, our versatility ensures that your event feels complete and engaging.
Christmas Carols
We have performed Christmas Carols at a number of festive events including Aged Care Facilities, Shopping Centres, Child Care Centres, Churches and many more. Carols always presents a great opportunity for us to get our audience singing along with us. We have a range of carols, including modern and traditional, denominational and non-denominational.
Trust Aden and Simon Music for Your Live Music Needs
As one of Adelaide’s most experienced and sought-after guitar duos, Aden and Simon Music have built a reputation for delivering exceptional live music that enhances any event. With a proven track record, glowing client reviews, and hundreds of successful performances, we're here to make your event unforgettable.
Ready to bring live music to your event? Contact Aden and Simon Music today to discuss how we can make your special occasion extraordinary.
Let’s Work Together
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