Welcome to Pendulum...
A constantly evolving resource for the public, corporate sector and small business.
We are dedicated to developing unique concepts for marketing, advertising and events specialising in music, sound and design.
Launched early 2004, Pendulum started out as a graphic design studio and quickly became a thriving business. It's clients range from small business to large multi-million dollar corporations, but it’s niché market has been primarily record labels and musicians.
Coming from a design and advertising background and yet having so many contacts in the entertainment industry the transition into event management, music and sound production became obvious.Pendulum is now a collective of designers, musicians and sound engineers,
able to offer a complete cost-effective centralised service direct to the client.

DESIGN SERVICES
Our professional design team has experience in print & web design, photography, marketing & communications and print production.
From logos & stationery, direct mail, banners,websites, invitations to brochures we can cater for all your design needs and budgets.
Our mission is to show clients how to grow their business by using effective marketing,communication and design strategies.

MUSIC SERVICES:
Whether it’s a wedding, corporate event or party booking Pendulum has the music solution that’s right for you.
From sound production, bands & themed events to specialist djs.

BANDS:
BEN JONES DUO A perfect ambience for setting the mood, whether it be an intimate party, a hotel lobby bar or a small corporate function, the duo can perform discreet acoustic background music with or without vocals.

BEN JONES TRIO The addition of a double bass starts things swinging.
With or without vocals the trio is fun and lively or can still chill out in the background for some smooth, sophisticated grooves.

BEN JONES QUARTET Dance to the beat and enjoy the vibe as the band plays a unique blend of jazz and swing - let the rhythm guide your feet!

BEN JONES QUINTET The Great American Songbook in all its glory. Choose to add another horn player for a big, fat, swing sound or add female vocals to the mix for a touch of elegance and classy duets.

BEN JONES BIOGRAPHY
Ben Jones has played and recorded with some of the world’s finest musicians including; Tom Baker, Bob Barnard, Don Burrows, Ed Metz Jr,
James Morrison, Dan Barrett, Harry Allen, Howard Alden and Leroy Jones.
Ben’s debut solo CD made the Top 10 Jazz Charts in Australia for over two years and has been met with great critical acclaim. His “4tet” performed
songs from this album to a record crowd of over 90,000 people at the“Jazz in the Domain”, Sydney. His saxophone sound is reminiscent of the big-toned 1930’s and 40’s tenor players, equally comfortable playing ballads, up-tempo swing,driving blues, or “hot” New Orleans styles. His vocal style is a unique mix of swing and “crooning”, taking heed of the masters like Sinatra,Tormé and Bennett.

BEN JONES REVIEWS
“He had the audience in the palm of his hand... Ben’s singing debut at the Orpheum was a knockout with our audience and we look
forward to many more performances from one of Australia’s most accomplished and versatile jazz musicians.” Roger Merrell, Orpheum Theatre
“He’s got the look, the songs and he’s got the sound – a real treat...maybe it does herald the coming of a star.” Shane Nichols, All About Jazz
“Australian reedman Ben Jones plays a Chu Berry model tenor sax, getting the same deep, voluptuous sound from the instrument as
the performer for whom the model was named. His vocalising is soft and pleasant in the manner of Chet Baker and Harry Connick, Jr. If
this debut album as a leader is any indication, he is on the road to becoming a considerable sax powerhouse. “ Dave Nathan, All Music Guide (USA)

FEATURED GUEST ARTIST FEMALE VOCALISTS:
Just like Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers...
Spice things up with the addition of a female vocalist.
...whether it's sexy, sweet, stylish or swinging you will
be spoilt for choice.
Pick one of the gals to join Ben and the band and revel
in the magic they create together.

PIA ANDERSEN
Chanteuse Pia Andersen’s dulcet tones will tease and encapture you with hanting sensuality. Her classy sounds and extensive repertoire
guarantee to create the mood for any occassion. Pia’s uniquely elegant presentation and vintage styling has also lead to modelling, television commercials and film work. She has an amazing talent for connecting with an audience and loves the thrill and glamour of live performance. Blues, Swing and Jazz for around midnight, nostalgic glamour suave and torching.

JANET SEIDEL
Janet Seidel currently enjoys a rare and enviable international reputation with 14 CDs released in Australia and also available in several other countries. In the Penguin Guide to Jazz on CD 2006 (UK)she is described as “Australia’s first lady of jazz."
“With her intimate style, great feel for the lyrics of songs she sings, Seidel is one of those vocalists who is as much a story teller as she is a
singer. Like Diana Krall, she doubles on piano. Seidel has an exquisite, gentle, and agile voice and honours each tune she sings, irrespective
of whether it’s a classic standard, pop, or novelty song.” Dave Nathan, All Music Guide USA

MONICA TRAPAGA
Aside from being a TV personality, Monica has achieved high-level success as a singer and entertainer around the country, regularly
featuring at major Jazz festivals, corporate events, large council events and public shows.
She enjoyed monumental success in the early 90’s with “Monica and the Moochers’” with critically acclaimed album releases such as
“Too Darn Hot” and “Cotton On The Breeze”.

THEMED EVENTS:
If Flappers and Gangsters, Silver Screen Legends
or Vintage Vegas sound like exciting themes
for your function but you don't know where to start...
Relax! we can take care of everything for you;
from music, invitations, custom made props to backdrops,
we can make your event look and sound amazing.

1920s Flappers and Gangsters
Transport yourself back to the age of prohibition where hot jazz,
The Charleston, gambling and alcohol were all underground activities.
Get the crowd in the mood with our 1920s style jazz band for a full night of entertainment and re-create an authentic speakeasy joint.
Chic backdrops and props can be designed to suit your venue, along with Art Deco style invitations and promotional material.

1940s Silver Screen Legends
Roll out the red carpet and step into the Hollywood era, a time where film star elegance reigned supreme. Strike a pose while dancing to the swinging band and be mesmerised by our stylish backdrops and props that emulate all the glitz and prestige of a movie set.
Add that extra touch of magic with our professionally designed invitations and promotional material all in-keeping with this very glamorous theme.

1960s Vintage Vegas
Welcome to the wild, cool and swinging Vegas lounge. Let your ears drink in the sound of a jazz ensemble that should be mixed and stirred but never shaken!
Sophisticated music that will soothe and groove and take your guests to the birth of the cool. With a pinch of the Rat Pack and a splash of
James Bond our props, backdrops and promotional material will create the ultimate lounge experience.

Sound Production for Hire
We can provide tailored sound solutions from compact, discreet vocal PA Systems to concert sound for large audiences. Our focus is on creating a natural, open sound with just the right amount of volume, unlike a Rock sound where louder is usually considered better!
Using predominately European made equipment and studio quality microphones, we aim for a high definition acoustic reproduction with no compression, distortion or excessive sound pressure levels.

DJs for Hire
If you’ve not got the space for a big band or it’s out of your budget then perhaps a jazz and swing specialist DJ is for you. Utilising state of the art
digital remastering systems and European high fidelity components, we make old recordings come to life. Lounge, Cocktail, Jazz and Swing all tailored to suit your theme or function.
From Roaring 20’s Hot Jazz, Dixieland, through the Big Band era to the Birth of the Cool. Sip on cocktails as you listen to the smooth, sensuous sounds of Stan Getz and Astrid Gilberto or do the Charleston to Jelly Roll Morton! Kick off your shoes for a night of dancing pleasure or create an atmosphere of sophistication and glamour that’s sure to impress.