A NIGHT DESIGNED TO BE FELT
Soulful Soirée is designed to stay with you.
The focus of Whitney Jones is to bring feel-good music and energy into an intimate courtyard setting where exceptional musicianship, along with a beautiful atmosphere and intentional hospitality come together.
This is not about watching music from across a crowded room.
It is about being inside the experience.

CLOSE TO THE MUSIC


Intimate seating keeps you connected to every lyric, groove, expression and solo.

INTENTIONAL HOSPITALITY


Thoughtful seating, signature plant-based mocktails and a carefully curated atmosphere make the evening feel considered from the moment you arrive.

EXCEPTIONAL LIVE MUSIC


Whitney Jones is joined by Jermaine Lockhart, Mel Brown, Marcus Williams, Rich Kniss and Ashton Burris for an evening centered on cool music, great vibes and an overall exceptional experience.

MORE THAN A CONCERT


Come with someone you love. Come with friends. Come on your own.
Come because great music still has the power to bring people together.

Come in. Be present. Feel the music.
Leave feeling better than you arrived.
 

THE ARTIST AT THE CENTER OF IT
WHITNEY JONES
Whitney Jones is a vocalist, songwriter, producer and bandleader whose music blends Contemporary Jazz with Soulful nuances that mix well with rhythm, topped off with warmth, depth and emotional honesty.

Her singles have been successful. “True Love” has surpassed one million streams, while “Under the Moonlight” reached #1 on the Urban Influencer Smooth Jazz Chart and was recognized among SmoothJazz.com’s Global Year-End Top 100 songs of 2025.
Whitney's career includes touring with CeCe Peniston, co-writing the Billboard No. 2 Hot Single hit “Purple Funk” and becoming the first female bandleader to hold a weekly residency at Boston’s historic Wally’s Jazz Cafe.

Paris-based publication, Paris-Move, described Whitney as “one of the most inspired and inspiring artists” on today’s Soul scene.
You have to experience her performance yourself!

This is Whitney’s music vulnerably expressed—close enough for every lyric, every breath and every moment to land.
 



THE MUSICIANS BEHIND THE EXPERIENCE
Soulful Soirée brings accomplished musicians into an intimate setting where guests can experience the details, spontaneity and chemistry of a live ensemble from only a few feet away.

JERMAINE LOCKHART — SAXOPHONE
Oberlin Conservatory-trained tenor saxophonist whose career spans Jazz, Soul and R&B stages, will be opening the show with a featured performance.

MARCUS WILLIAMS — LEAD GUITAR

Exceptional guitarist who brings sonic intention to every note played.

RICH KNISS — GUITAR

Exceptional guitarist who brings sonic intention to every note played.

MEL BROWN — BASS

Accomplished bassist bringing depth, feel and musical command to the rhythm section

ASHTON BURRIS — DRUMS

A dynamic drummer bringing groove, precision, energy and sensitivity to the entire ensemble

 
YOUR EVENING
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Phoenix Center for the Arts — Courtyard


1202 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004

4:20 PM — Platinum Harmony Priority Check-In
4:30 PM — Doors Open
4:45 PM — Opening Performer, Jermaine Lockhart on Saxophone
5:00 PM — Whitney Jones & Band Groove and Entertain You
7:00 PM — Conclude with a Grateful Send-off
 
INTENTIONAL HOSPITALITY
The Soulful Soirée experience extends beyond the stage.
Signature plant-based mocktails are thoughtfully incorporated in order to complement the music, atmosphere and sense of hospitality.

Included beverage service varies by your selected ticketed Soulful Soirée experience, with additional beverages available for purchase throughout the evening.

Not an ordinary concert feel.
Thoughtful details designed to help you settle in, connect and enjoy the night.
 
ONE NIGHT. LIMITED SEATING.
Saturday, October 10, 2026


Phoenix Center for the Arts — Courtyard

Come in. Be present. Feel the music.

Leave feeling
Uplifted
Inspired
Empowered