Jonathan Jones

Jonathan Michael Jones, classical and contemporary singer/composer/conductor/pianist/theorist, enjoys a schedule as a sought musician. Raised singing and playing church music, Jonathan developed a musical passion at an early age and continues to channel that through sacred and secular genres today. As a conductor, he has had the privilege of directing collegiate ensembles for such schools as The University of Southern Mississippi, Texas State University, and The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. As a collaborative pianist, Jonathan has worked with wonderful musicians in collegiate, secondary, and sacred fields performing for solo and choral concerts, recitals, and services of worship. In the contemporary/pop field, Jonathan embraces opportunities to perform making him an eclectic and versatile musician collaborating to create a collage of contemporary and classical music, a unique aspect of his artistry.

Jonathan’s music has taken him around the world conducting and performing throughout Europe, South Korea, Canada, and Mexico. Jonathan holds the Master of Music and Bachelor of Music and has completed coursework toward a doctorate in music. He has served on the faculty of Texas Tech University, Angelina College, The University of Southern Mississippi, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Texas State University. Some of his noted pedagogues include conductors, Gregory A. Fuller, John Flanery, Joey Martin, Lynn Brinckmeyer, and David Guess, pianist, Robert Steinbauer, vocalist Guy Wilson, and theorists, Peter Martens, David Forrest, Matthew Santa, Lon Chaffin, Russell Riepe, and Joe Brumbeloe. Jonathan is currently Minister of Music at First Baptist Church of Slaton, TX and takes every available opportunity to perform and teach. His heart is to glorify the king above all.

My Latest on EXW

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Sing a New Song to the Lord
Category: General Worship
Date: 2024-07-24

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Distraction or Discomfort
Category: General Worship
Date: 2024-07-03

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Seamless Flow
Category: General Worship
Date: 2024-05-20

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Going Against the Grain
Category: General Worship
Date: 2023-05-02

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Avoiding Complacency in Worship Leadership
Category: General Worship
Date: 2023-02-21

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A Biblical Model of Worship
Category: General Worship
Date: 2022-12-08

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Worship as an Act of Mercy
Category: General Worship
Date: 2022-12-05

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