Critically-acclaimed vocalist Ben Jones and Grammy® Award-winning pianist, composer, and arranger Laurence Hobgood come together for an unforgettable evening that celebrates their shared love of music ranging across the Great American Songbook: Broadway, Classic Jazz, Pop, and Classic and Prog Rock.

Their shared backgrounds and passions ignite a thrilling musical chemistry, infusing every song with vibrant, innovative interpretations. Jones and Hobgood deliver fresh takes on genre-spanning classics—songs by Billy Strayhorn, Joni Mitchell, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Stevie Wonder, Adam Guettel, Carole King, and even the Bee Gees—with unexpected twists and turns. Together, they create an evening of unparalleled artistry.

This program features music from their forthcoming duo album (coming August 2025), a project that captures the spontaneity, heart, and inventive spirit of their collaboration—reimagining beloved songs through a fresh, contemporary lens.