Alan Jones

Alan Jones is a renowned American jazz drummer, composer, and educator. Born on August 5, 1962, in Longview, Washington, he began playing drums and guitar at a young age and later honed his skills in Portland, Oregon. Jones' early career included collaborations with notable figures like Count Dutch and Jim Pepper. He attended the Berklee College of Music and later moved to New York City, where he organized jam sessions and associated with prominent jazz artists. In the late 1980s, Jones relocated to Europe, splitting his time between Vienna and Paris, while continuing to tour internationally with groups like the David Friesen Trio. Upon returning to Portland in 1996, Jones formed The Alan Jones Sextet, focusing on his compositions and leading to notable recordings.

As an educator, Jones founded the Alan Jones Academy of Music (AJAM), providing personalized instruction to students. His compositional work extends beyond jazz, including soundtracks for film, dance, and theater. One of his notable projects was the composition for the stage production *Spirits*. Jones' diverse musical experiences and leadership roles have made him a respected figure in the jazz scene, both as an artist and an educator. Although some release titles you provided do not match those in my database, Jones' established body of work includes several albums and projects that showcase his versatility as a jazz artist.