Upon instructions from Aled's management, his UK agents and the Australian promoter, Lennard Promotions, I am delighted to officially announce the:

ALED JONES "Reason To Believe" Australian Tour October 2008

Tickets will be on sale from 7 July 2008.

Aled will be appearing live in concert in Australia, for seven performances from 20 October to 30 October 2008.

The venues, dates and booking details are as follows:

ADELAIDE

Adelaide Festival Theatre, Monday 20 October ……

 bass.sa.com.au                   ph: 131 246

PERTH 

Perth Concert Hall, Thursday 23 October …...

bocsticketing.com              ph:  9484 1133

SYDNEY

Evan Theatre, Penrith, Saturday 25 October …...

venue box office                ph: 1800 061 991

State Theatre, Sunday 26 October  …...

ticketmaster.com.au         ph: 136 100

NEWCASTLE

Civic Theatre, Monday 27 October…...

ticketek.com.au                 ph: 02 4929 1977

CANBERRA

Canberra Theatre, Wednesday 29 October…...

canberraticketing.com.au     ph:  02 6275 2700

 ticketek.com.au                        ph: 132 849

MELBOURNE

Hamer Hall, Thursday 30 October ......

ticketmaster.com.au        ph: 136 100

Further details of times, accompanying choirs and musicians will follow.

Susie xx

WOOHOO!!!!! but no concerts in Queensland???

ah well, looks like I'll have to come to harass you in Sydney, Susie!

Aled, I'll stock up on the red wine!

how many sleeps???

fi xxx

o susie, i bet you are so excited, i wonder what the meeting between you two will be like, thank you for sending me that e-mail last year about when he greeted you as an old friend.

 isobel

fibi:

WOOHOO!!!!! but no concerts in Queensland???

ah well, looks like I'll have to come to harass you in Sydney, Susie!

Aled, I'll stock up on the red wine!

how many sleeps???

fi xxx

Hey Fi, I'm completely with you on the massive WOOHOOs!!! Sorry about Queensland though....I put in a pitch for all of you up there, but that's the way it's worked out I'm afraid.

Just as well I know you so well Fi....you can happily 'harass' us down here again....we're looking forward to having you back in Sydney.

How many sleeps, you ask? For me it's 118 (till Perth). Did I say I was counting??

Susie xx

This is the press-release for Aled's concert at the State Theatre in Sydney on Sunday 26 October, for your interest.

Susie xx

ALED JONES
Sunday, 26 October 2008 at 20:00 TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY 7TH JULY 9AM ALED JONES "REASON TO BELIEVE" AUSTRALIAN TOUR Aled’s talent is that he sings with his soul first, his heart second and his voice last Welsh-born Aled Jones has led us on a astounding musical journey, from roaming through the heritage of Welsh choral singing to a highly-successful career as a magnificent, velvet-voiced baritone. He is credited as one of the most popular presenters on BBC-TV’s highly-successful Songs Of Praise, where his empathy and spirituality has endeared him to over 20 million viewers worldwide. Aled has sold more than 6 million albums world-wide out-selling some of the biggest acts in pop! At school Aled was entered for eisteddfodau, local and national singing competitions, which he invariably won. A lady in the congregation at Bangor Cathedral was so taken with Aled’s exquisite treble voice, she took the initiative to write to a local record company about his talent. This was followed by three BBC television programs watched by over 18 million viewers and a series of accompanying albums which all achieved gold status. Aled Jones' astounding career had begun. There were several highs like performing with Leonard Bernstein, who treated Aled like a son. He released 16 albums all of which went platinum or gold, and sold six million albums worldwide. He has fast become one of the UK’s biggest broadcasters with primetime shows on both Radio and Television including his flagship programme on BBC Radio 2 Good Morning Sunday. In his immense career has sung for the Pope, The Queen, and the Prince& Princess of Wales. He also sang at the wedding of Sir Bob Geldof and Paula Yates. Aled’s concert career goes from strength to strength, a reflection of his ever-growing popularity. His albums have achieved gold and platinum status. His latest release is Reason To Believe, which is the title of his forthcoming Australian tour in October 2008.
Prices: A Reserve $109.90 B Reserve $79.90
Website: http://www.lennardpromotions.com.au/

Here is the listing for Aled's concert in Perth on Thursday 23 October.....

Dates

ALED JONES

• Thu, 23 Oct

ALED JONES - REASON TO BELIEVE TOUR Thursday, 23 October Presented by Lennard Promotions & 6IX Click here for performance times, ticket prices and booking information  Aled’s talent is that he sings with his soul first, his heart second and his voice last Welsh-born Aled Jones has led us on a astounding musical journey, from roaming through the heritage of Welsh choral singing to a highly-successful career as a magnificent, velvet-voiced baritone. He is credited as one of the most popular presenters on BBC-TV’s highly-successful Songs Of Praise, where his empathy and spirituality has endeared him to over 20 million viewers worldwide.  Aled has sold more than 6 million albums world-wide out-selling some of the biggest acts in pop! At school Aled was entered for eisteddfodau, local and national singing competitions, which he invariably won. A lady in the congregation at Bangor Cathedral was so taken with Aled’s exquisite treble voice, she took the initiative to write to a local record company about his talent. This was followed by three BBC television programmes watched by over 18 million viewers and a series of accompanying albums which all achieved gold status. Aled Jones' astounding career had begun.   There were several highs like performing with Leonard Bernstein, who treated Aled like a son. He released 16 albums all of which went platinum or gold, and sold six million albums worldwide. He has fast become one of the UK’s biggest broadcasters with primetime shows on both Radio and Television including his flagship programme on BBC Radio 2 Good Morning Sunday. In his immense career has sung for the Pope, The Queen, and the Prince & Princess of Wales. He also sang at the wedding of Sir Bob Geldof and Paula Yates.  His albums have achieved gold and platinum status. His latest release is Reason To Believe, which is the title of his forthcoming Australian tour in October 2008. Tickets available from BOCS Ticketing on 9484 1133, BOCS outlets or online

http://www.perthconcerthall.com.au/pages/whatson.asp?theatreID=19

Here is the listing for Aled's Newcastle concert, Monday night, 27 October 2008...

ALED JONES    Civic Theatre Newcastle          Mon 27th October 2008 -- Mon 27th October 2008 8:00 pm Aled’s talent is that he sings with his soul first, his heart second and his voice last. Welsh-born Aled Jones has led us on an astounding musical journey, from roaming through the heritage of Welsh choral singing to a highly-successful career as a magnificent, velvet-voiced baritone.  He is credited as one of the most popular presenters on BBC-TV’s highly-successful Songs Of Praise, where his empathy and spirituality has endeared him to over 20 million viewers worldwide.  Aled has sold more than 6 million albums world-wide out-selling some of the biggest acts in pop! At school Aled was entered for eisteddfodau, local and national singing competitions, which he invariably won.  A lady in the congregation at Bangor Cathedral was so taken with Aled’s exquisite treble voice; she took the initiative to write to a local record company about his talent.  This was followed by three BBC television programs watched by over 18 million viewers and a series of accompanying albums which all achieved gold status.  Aled Jones' astounding career had begun.  There were several highs like performing with Leonard Bernstein, who treated Aled like a son.  He released 16 albums all of which went platinum or gold, and sold six million albums worldwide.  He has fast become one of the UK’s biggest broadcasters with primetime shows on both Radio and Television including his flagship programme on BBC Radio 2 Good Morning Sunday.  In his immense career has sung for the Pope, The Queen, and the Prince& Princess of Wales.  He also sang at the wedding of Sir Bob Geldof and Paula Yates.  Aled’s concert career goes from strength to strength, a reflection of his ever-growing popularity.  His albums have achieved gold and platinum status.  His latest release is Reason To Believe, which is the title of his forthcoming Australian tour in October 2008. Prices A Reserve - $109.90 B Reserve - $79.90     http://www.civictheatrenewcastle.com.au/index.php?pb_id=32&eventid=360&page=4

Here is the listing for Aled's Canberra concert on Wednesday 29th October, 2008 at 8pm...

Aled Jones - A Reason To Believe Tour

Presenter: Lennard Promotions 2CA & 2CC presents Description: Supported by the Australian Rugby Choir Aled's talent is that he sings with his soul first, his heart second and his voice last. Welsh-born Aled Jones has led us on a astounding musical journey, from roaming through the heritage of Welsh choral singing to a highly-successful career as a magnificent, velvet-voiced baritone. He is credited as one of the most popular presenters on BBC-TV's highly successful Songs of Praise, where his empathy and spirituality has endeared him to over 20 million viewers worldwide. Aled has sold more than 6 million albums world-wide out-selling some of the biggest acts in pop! At school Aled entered for eisteddfodau, local and national singing competitions, which he invariably won. A lady in the congregation at Bangor Cathedral was so taken with Aled's exquisite treble voice, she took the initiative to write to a local record company about his talent. This was followed by three BBC television programs watched by over 18 million viewers and a series of accompanying albums which all achieved gold status. Aled Jones' astounding career had begun. There were several highs like performing with Leonard Bernstein, who treated Alex like a son. He released 16 albums all of which went platinum or gold, and sold six million albums worldwide. He has fast become one of the UK's biggest broadcasters with primetime shows on both radio and television including his flagship programme on BBC Radio 2 Good Morning Sunday. In his immense career has sung for the Pope, The Queen, and the Prince & Princess of Wales. He also sang at the wedding of Sir Bob Geldof and Paula Yates. Aled's concert career goes from strength to strength, a reflection of his ever-growing popularity. His albums have achieved gold and platinum status. His latest release is Reason To Believe, which is the title of his forthcoming Australian tour in October 2008. Venue: Canberra Theatre Duration: 120 minutes, including interval Prices: A Reserve: $109.90 B Reserve: $79.90 Suit Children: Yes Categories Singing Performance Times Wednesday, 29 October 2008 8:00 PM Status: On Sale

The detailed listing for bookings for Aled's Melbourne concert on Thursday 30 October at 8pm can be found at....

http://www.theartscentre.com.au/whats-on/event.aspx?id=1245

I've been in touch this morning with the Evan Theatre in Penrith, on the western outskirts of Sydney, for Aled's Sat 25 October concert, and there has been a slight delay on the ticket release, but they assure me that they should be available in a day or two. They have had loads of enquiries this morning and over the weekend too, but the theatre has a 930 seat capacity and the tickets haven't started to be sold as yet, so for members anxious to book, it's all ok. I'll keep you updated as to when they'll be on sale.

 Susie xx

 Hi Susie....Oh that is great Aled is coming to your Country. You sound very excited! Really pleased for you  :)

On the subject of Queensland . A week last Thursday Marcia & Damian Howard played Bournemouth Folk Club UK and were wonderful . They only just made it in time. It is the furthest they have ever travelled for a gig, from Queensland Australia and was also the first time outside Australia they have played together. I discovered Marcia via Mary Black on her Live DVD when she joined her on stage in Dublin to sing ‘Forever Young’.Later I found the track ‘Poison Tree’ the 2002? Compilation ‘ A Woman’s Heart, A Decade On’. Their brother Shane turns out has written some of Mary Blacks best tracks ‘Flesh & Blood ‘ and ‘St. Kilda Again’ .. What a talented family

You have some wonderfully talented musicians In Australia.

Andy 

Hi Andy...yes we're very, very excited as Aled's third tour approaches. The time between tours is getting shorter, which we're thrilled about...2 yrs 2 mths this time since the previous one in 2006, compared to 2 yrs 8 mths from the first in 2003, so a fantastic trend, we hope.

We're also highly honoured that Australia is the only country so far, that Aled has toured in concert outside the UK, but we're all very keen for his talents to become more widely enjoyed around the world. It would be fantastic to launch his talents in concert in the States, for instance.

Here in his Australian concerts, Aled will be supported both before he appears on stage, as well as during his performance, by a wonderful choir in each city he is touring. Similarly to the previous brilliant tour, the choir will open the concert with several songs, followed by Aled's eagerly awaited performance until interval. Aled then opens after interval, with the choir joining with him in four of those songs.

I haven't heard any thoughts of a single artist such as Emily joining in the concert with him. Perhaps that might be a suggestion for the future though?

Susie xx

Susie Veale:

I've been in touch this morning with the Evan Theatre in Penrith, on the western outskirts of Sydney, for Aled's Sat 25 October concert, and there has been a slight delay on the ticket release, but they assure me that they should be available in a day or two. They have had loads of enquiries this morning and over the weekend too, but the theatre has a 930 seat capacity and the tickets haven't started to be sold as yet, so for members anxious to book, it's all ok. I'll keep you updated as to when they'll be on sale.

 Susie xx

The tickets for the Evan Theatre are on sale now and excellent seats are still available. Secured tickets in the second row when the bookings opened! 

Susie xx

you're so lucky to be able to see him in concert.. and I guess since, like you said, Australia is the only country outside the UK he's toured in, you aussies must feel very special I'll be with you in spirit, esp the October 27 concert-- my birthday