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 asproduces recordings on Murphy Boy Records.He is a veteran guitar instructor ofages 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 showcases to benefit veterans, animal rescue, and more. John formerly served as chapter coordinator for Guitars For Vets, a nonprofit organization providing free guitar lessons for veterans afflicted with PTSD and other distress.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.