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John (JB or Johnny) Abbott plays jazz, blues, and pop/rock standards. He composes original scores for TV, radio, podcasts, films, and more under Sourland Sounds Music Services, as well as produces recordings on Murphy Boy Records.
He is a veteran guitar instructor of ages 7-adult.
A profound believer that musicians should contribute to the community, John plays in benefit shows around New Jersey. He produces and performs in live showcases to benefit causes such as veterans, animal rescue, and more. John formerly served as the volunteer chapter coordinator for Guitars For Vets, a national nonprofit organization providing free guitar lessons for veterans afflicted with PTSD and other distress.
Dedicated to the principle that learning is lifelong, John is a 2021 graduate Magna Cum Laude of the Berklee College of Music and plans to continue formal guitar study. He also holds a master's in education from Rutgers University, and is a member of The Blues Foundation and of BMI.
- Screen name:
- jbabbott
- Member since:
- Jul 08 2010
- Active within 1 week
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years playing music:
- 20
- Gigs played:
- 50 to 100
- Tend to practice:
- 2-3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 2-3 nights a week
- Most available:
- Nights
Influences
Les Paul, Jim Hall, Kenny Burrell, BB King, Freddie King, Albert Collins, Bucky Pizzarelli.
Instrument experience:
- Rhythm Guitar:
- Advanced
- Lead Guitar:
- Advanced
- Acoustic Guitar:
- Advanced
- Background Singer:
- Intermediate
EQUIPMENT
Will be shared on request.
MUSIC
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Strollin' Through Hopewell (Passeando por Hopewell)
Strollin' Through Hopewell (Passeando por Hopewell) Track number: 1 Year: 2021 Album: Strollin' Through Hopewell Genre: Jazz
Title track for EP to be released in winter 2022.
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Mr. DC
Mr. DC Track number: 2 Year: 2021 Album: Strollin' Through Hopewell Genre: R&B
Track from this winter's EP release.
