The Billy Jonas Band

Billy Jonas (and the Billy Jonas Band) are known internationally for highly engaging and energetic performances. Impossible to categorize, Jonas combines influences from folk, jazz, nonwestern traditions and one-of-a-kind sources, including the audience’s imagination! With a focus on his brilliant song writing and creative percussion, Jonas’ concerts for adults and families have entertained across the continent since 1987. Previously a founding member of the highly acclaimed duo, The Billys, Jonas has performed at most of the major US folk festivals through the years as well as numerous children's festivals and acoustic and family series at theaters and performing arts center in the US and Canada.

His six CDs and two DVDs have garnered a bevy of honors and critical acclaim, including a New York Times “Best” listing, a First Place Gold from American Federation of Independent Musicians, and multiple Parent’s Choice Gold Awards. His latest CD “Happy Accidents” received a USA Today “10 Best of 2009” award. In April 2010, Billy and the Band were invited to play at the White House!

The Billy Jonas Band *
Ashley Farmer (vocals, re-percussion) – In turns soulful, sensual and humorous, Ashley adds an exciting vocal dimension to the Billy Jonas Band.

Sherman Hoover (vocals, bass, re-percussion) With a varied background in classical, jazz, and progressive rock, Sherman holds down the funky bottom for the band while adding innovative harmonies to the mix.