Artist description John Morgan is a solo acoustic fingerstyle guitarist. His first album was 1996's "The Journey - Places, Real and Imagined" and he followed up in 1998 with "Stories", in which he extended his musical range by surrounding his exquisite guitar work with bass and percussion, and occasional light jazz scat vocals and flute.

Music Style fingerstyle guitar, folk, new age, light jazz

Musical Influences Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Phil Keaggy

Similar Artists Laurence Juber, Preston Reed, Doyle Dykes, Michael Hedges

Group Members John Morgan, Don Smith, Josh Sheik, Noelle McClelland, Becky Boger

Instruments fingerstyle acoustic guitar - sometimes bass, percussion, flute and scat vocals

Albums Stories, The Journey

Press Reviews "...possesses considerable chops, and his pieces are [melodic], putting him at the top of the pack of artists deserving greater exposure and attention." - James Jensen Fingerstyle Guitar Magazine (July/Aug '97)" :: "Stories" caught my attention quickly with the very first cut, and was a consistent delight throughout the entire recording. John Morgan has a distinctive flair that always surprises." Randall Leonard - Holistic Journal (Nov/Dec '99) :: "John Morgan is good at what he does...very good. "Stories," the follow up to his highly touted first release, "The Journey," is a wonderful example of how purely instrumental music can convey emotion and images without ever saying a word. Using a distinctive fingerstyle technique, Morgan transforms the sounds of his acoustic guitar (mixed with bass and flute) into wonderful tales filled with tangible sentiment. The musical tales found in Morgan's "Stories" are worth listening to over and over again." Frederick Schmitt PreAmp.com :: "For you acoustic guitar lovers, here's a new one, filled with surprises, twists and upbeat guitar tunes. Master guitarist John Morgan provides a breath of fresh air." Christina Lord Creations Magazine :: "14 delightfully uplifting 'fables in wood, wind and steel' with the main voice being the flawless acoustic guitar stylings of John Morgan ... Sounding like a gentle version of Michael Hedges, John's delicate fingerstyle guitar melodies are quite captivating, taking the listener into a world that is teeming with optimism, joy and friendly Stories … these soundscapes will also help create positive atmospheres at work, on the road or anytime that a lift in spirits is called for. Highly recommended to all lovers of acoustic guitar music." Rev. Robert Walmsley Musical Soundscapes :: "Where one is from isn't as important as where one is headed, and good friends make the journey that much sweeter. This simple sentiment forms the basis for an exceptionally beautiful selection of instrumental acoustic music that helps one enjoy the adventure of everyday living. Morgan is an incredibly articulate guitarist blessed with the gift of being able to convey in four minutes of music what it would take several books to relay. His musical "stories" describe beloved imaginary characters who dance in "Luminescent Shoes" and embrace "The Unexpected Stranger" as they share the marvels of their travels. One is quickly immersed in this good company as the brightly hued music flows smoothly like a water-color, pausing now and then for a fun and funky time-out "By the Well of Joy" or a romantic rendezvous to express "What Words Can't Say." There's many a good instrumental tale here, much to bring a secret smile, a private dance step; this is feel-good music of the finest grade for anyone open to insipiration." The Monthly Aspectarian (June '99)

Location Westerville, OH - USA

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