John began playing piano at age six then trumpet at age nine.  He bought his first guitar when he was 15 and his first bass when he was 17. Growing up in a house filled with classical and jazz music greatly influenced John's love for all kinds of music.  The study of music and those who have created it has been a life-long source of great pleasure.  As a bassist, his greatest     influences have been Geddy Lee, Flea, Rocco Prestia & Victor Wooten.  Before moving to Northwest Arkansas, John also taught bass to budding musicians.  He has played many hot spots in Houston, Texas as a member of Total Strangers.  He still collaborates with the band as a song writer and performer.  Total Strangers has an album due out soon.  Check them out on Facebook:

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