BREMERTON WASHINGTON
BACK ON THE BLOCK
Did you know one of the most influential American composers hails from Bremerton? It’s true, Quincy Jones spent time as a young man in our city and started studying music the moment he touched a piano in the Bremerton Armory.
As a community, we want to celebrate Quincy’s career, his influence on music, and his legacy here in Bremerton by renaming downtown 4th street to Quincy Square.
- Quincy Jones
Bremerton has always held a special place in my heart as it was where I first discovered what would be my life’s passion, music.
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Thank You, Quincy Jones
There is no denying your extraordinary talents and the evident impact you made on popular music, television, and film. For decades, you championed the power of song, helping to produce some of the most renowned music ever created. From Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, the list goes on and on.
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You produced “The Color Purple” and helped launch Will Smith’s on-screen career as “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”. Your list of accomplishments is remarkable.
As we mourn your passing, we are so grateful for the example you set and the music you left us all to enjoy. Thank you for representing Bremerton well, you will be missed.
Photo credit: Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File
THANK YOU, QUINCY JONES
He said "yes"! We are honored and so excited to celebrate Quincy Jones and his legacy here in Bremerton.
Click image to enlarge Quincy's letter.
Quincy Square Groundbreaking. This historic event occurred on Monday, January 20th at the Roxy Theatre in downtown Bremerton.
His brother, United States District Court Judge Richard A Jones gave the keynote speech. What a wonderful tribute to Quincy Jones' legacy and impact on Bremerton and the world.
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Watch the entire keynote HERE.
