"We have had the pleasure of including Wade Jones in our calendar of events at Oakleaf Village Retirement Community. Wade's performances have been both appreciated and welcomed by our residents. His professionalism is first and foremost along with his excellent choice in program material. I would highly recommend that you consider adding Wade Jones to your calendar…."
Linda Jarrett, Activity Director at Oakleaf Village Retirement Community, Columbus, Ohio
"Wade Jones plays beautiful jazz piano. He has been performing at our Gardening and Arts Festival for the past five years. People just love to hear him play. We look forward to him returning every year."
Linda Johnson, Scioto Gardens, Deleware, Ohio
"It is always a pleasure to have an entertainer who is a professional and knows how to interact with the residents. I have a few residents who sit close to the piano just so they can watch his hands as he plays..."
Carol Ballog, Activities Director at First Community Village, Columbus, Ohio
"Wade Jones presented a stellar performance playing Jazz Standards for our residents and the response was exceptional. His talent and feel for the music was evident, it was a joy to watch and to listen."
Gisela Slayman, Activities Coordinator, Kensington Place, Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio
"Wade Jones' piano performance really enhanced our dinner benefitting leukemia research. He played a great selection of songs. The guests commented on how much they enjoyed the music. We plan to invite him to play at our future events."
Cory Lunger ALL Research Fund
"Wade Jones at your piano, is the indispensable asset to the host and hostess of the acclaimed dinner party….A former student of the late, great Hank Marr, he has definitely come into his own in the manner in which he can make the stylings his own and yet remain true to the great jazz traditions….I reference him to the finest people I know-who truly love jazz."
Dr. Melvin V. Richardson, poet, writer, historian, producer, director, coordinator of the City of Columbus Black History Month Celebration and student and lover of jazz. November, 2014
Wade Jones, jazz pianist, has performed several times at Wesley Ridge for our Independent Living residents in Parkside. Highly educated and tremendously gifted in the jazz arts, his fingers defy gravity, flying swiftly over the keys. His passion for the music is evident not only in his playing different tempos and varied emotions through the music, but in his oneness with the instrument. He truly becomes part of the piano as he leans into it. Our residents enjoy his renditions and are often mesmerized by his talented skill on the keys. I would highly recommend Wade as a worthy musician to entertain your residents at any level.
Cheryl Fey
Life Enrichment Coordinator
Wesley Ridge Retirement Community
"Wade went the extra mile for us, creating a new arrangement of a song we chose for our wedding. His arrangement was gorgeous, and we are so grateful for his extra effort. Thanks Wade." John K.
"Wade's talent, care, and high level of professionalism and artistry created a beautiful atmosphere for our wedding. We could not have dreamed of a more beautiful musical setting for our special day." Cathy K.
"Wade Jones is an exceptionally talented pianist. His creative arrangements draw the listener’s interest. I am sure his versatility would serve a variety of events." Dawn R.
"The piano music was spirit-filled." Susan P.
Comments from wedding participants at a recent Ohio Village Chapel wedding ceremony
"…..Audiences should get a kick out of tribute to Porter….."
Michael Grossberg, The Columbus Dispatch, July 21st, 2011