John has recently formed Facing East Productions which has produced his first CD entitled "Facing East". The CD features original compositions by John, which integrate raga forms with western compositional techniques. The diverse instrumentation includes flute, bansuri, tabla, guitar, synthesizer, sarod, violin, bass, and various percussion. Already,it has received much critical acclaim .

Having traveled and performed throughout the world John has developed a style that has universal appeal. His eclectic influences have made him a featured performer and composer in a variety of contexts. He has performed with such musicians as Pundit Hariprasad Chaurasia, Pundit Debu Chaudhuri, and Paul Horn; and he has made appearances on several recordings including ones by Sanjay Mishra/Jerry Garcia, Broto Roy and Pundit Hariprasad Chaurasia.

As a composer, John has composed and performed music for various dance and theater groups at Arena Stage, the Kennedy Center, the Smithsonian, Library of Congress, and the national Institute of Health. He also teaches an East/West Improvisation workshop for universities, conferences, and clinics around the country.

Born in Rowayton, Connecticut, John's early education included studies with Kim Haley from Julliard School of Music (western classical flute), Darius Brubeck (jazz, composition, ethnic musicology), and Berklee College of Music (jazz). Later he attended Maharishi International University receiving a B.A. in Education, and graduate studies at Rotterdam Conservatory in Holland.