Artist description John Zias, well known in the New York and Boston guitar scenes, is an improvising guitarist of unique versatility and character. He has performed in virtually every improvisational context available. Zias is an emotional powerhouse, who would open the ears of listeners from jazz fans to Deadheads.

Music Style Improvisational Rock and jazz, Guitar

Musical Influences Miles Davis, Grateful Dead, Keith Jarrett, John Coltrane

Similar Artists Miles Davis and early Dead

Artist History John is 46 years old. He has been playing since the age of 8. A graduate of the Berklee College of music, John studied with Mick Goodrick and Pat Metheny. He participated in ensembles and performances with some of today's most noted players such as Bill Frisell and Mike Stern, during those years. He went on to play about 2000 gigs in his career. Going off the road 1990 to raise a family, John is now playing better than ever. This marks a return to his pursuing the art of improvisation. John was recently invited (January 2000) by Phil Lesh of the Grateful Dead, to rehearse some material for 3 days for a possible collaboration down the road. John thoroughly enjoyed the sessions, stating that there were some "real high moments". Whatever the outcome, it was great fun!

Instruments Guitar

Albums John Zias Sample CD 1978-1999

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Location Tarpon Springs, FL - USA

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