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Composer, Producer and Performer

The latest news on John's projects, appearances, commissions, and releases. Send us an email with questions, comments, or inquiries for new projects.

NEWS & PROJECTS

A Carols' Story A Capella Christmas Carol arrangements now available!
September 2008 - We are now releasing the a capella choir arrangements of Christmas Carols from the Irving Bible Church/Evantell "Carol's Story" CD from 2006. You can download a zip file containing a sample music packet and an audio demo mp3 file here (15.5 MB). For pricing or to place an order, send an email.

Strata Big Band will return to the Maple Point on November 23

August 2008 - John's Strata Big Band will make its way back down to the Maple Point Jazz Club on Sunday, November 23, from 3-6 pm. Check back here for the latest updates on the band!

John enters 18th Season as arranger for the Purdue Marching Band

July 2008 - John starts another year as staff arranger for the Purdue Unversity All-American Marching Band. John has been writing for Purdue for the past 17 years, and his arrangements have been heard on network television and in stadiums across the country. John has also traveled to West Lafayette, Indiana to conduct "Band Day" celebrations on two occasions, and has also adjudicated for the Purdue Jazz Festival and taught master classes on writing and arranging.

John to create Orchestral Show for Blues artist Edwin Holt

July 2008 - John has been engaged to create a new show for acclaimed Blues and Soul artist Edwin Holt. The show will be called "Edwin Holt's Blues Review". Check the artist's website for more info, and look for the show to come to a venue near you!

Strata Big Band on YouTube

July 2008 - You can view two YouTube videos of John's Strata Big Band from the Wildflower Festival here and here. Enjoy!

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