Trumpet like a neon sign—the room changes color. John’s credits span rock, blues, Latin, jazz, and classical (Ben Rice & the PDX Hustle, The Colin Trio, The Three D’s, Bridge City Brass). A Bach‑endorsed artist and clinician, he’s also an educator and the writer of the Johnny Scotch book series where spaghetti western meets horror.. On our wall he’s tagged Rye: edge when you need it, warmth when you don’t—charachter, always.