“For me, performing is not just an act; it is a vital form of self-expression. Music making allows me to communicate emotions and stories in a way that words cannot. The role of the artist in society is crucial—we challenge norms, inspire change, and bring people together through shared experiences. My artistic practice is the foundation of my professional life, grounding me in creativity, discipline, and empathy, which are essential in all aspects of my work.”
— John-Morgan

Professional Honors and Awards

  • 2nd Prize, International Horn Society Solo Competition, Denver, Colorado, 2008

  • John Clark Award for Excellence in Brass Performance, New York, New York, 2011

  • International Lyric Opera Festival Orchestral Fellow, Rome, Italy 2010

  • Aspen Music Festival and School, Aspen, Colorado, 2007

Orchestral Positions Held

  • Freelance musician, Greater New York City Area, 2021-Present

  • Choral Society of the Hamptons Orchestra, Principal Horn, 2014-2019

  • Allentown Symphony Orchestra, Third Horn, 2013 - 2015

  • Ensemble du Monde, Principal Horn, 2013 - 2015

  • Westchester Chamber Symphony, Principal Horn, 2012 - 2015

  • Chamber Orchestra of New York, Third and Fourth Horn, 2010 - 2013

  • Vietnamese National Symphony, Fourth Horn (substitute), 2010

  • Cape Cod Symphony, Principal Horn (substitute), 2014 - 2019

  • South Florida Symphony, Third Horn (substitute), 2015

Notable Solo and Chamber Music Performances

  • Guest Soloist, University of Scranton Orchestra, 2022

  • Derek Weagle: Serenade for Bass-Baritone, Horn and Strings (with orchestra), New England Conservatory Jordan Hall, Tuesday Night New Music Series, Boston, MA, World Premiere, 2016.

  • Michael Torke: Iphigenia (ballet), with Rioult Dance Company, Joyce Theater, New York, NY, World Premiere, June 2013

  • Miles Davis, Spanish Sketches (full orchestra), Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola, New York, NY, 2010

  • Benjamin Britten: Serenade for Tenor, Horn and Strings Op.31 (with orchestra), Union Theological Seminary, New York, NY, 2010

  • Richard Strauss: Horn Concerto No.1, Op. 11 (with orchestra) Paramount Theater, Ashland, Kentucky

Audio

 Complete Discography

  • Chris McNulty, The Song that Sings You Here, Challenge Records, 2015

  • Gabriel Rios, This Marauder’s Midnight, Sony Records, 2015

  • Michael Torke, Michael Torke: Concerto for Orchestra, Naxos ER092261, 2015

  • Justin Dicoccio, Manhattan School of Music Jazz and Tactus: Sky Changes, MSM Records, 2011

  • Raphaël Lucas, Confession, Albany Records TROY 1306, May 2010

  • Salvatore Di Vittorio, Chamber Orchestra of New York, Overtura Respighiana, Naxos 8.572333

  • Ottorino Respighi, Chamber Orchestra of New York, Violin Concerto in A Major, Naxos 8.572332

  • Tomas Pasatieri, Hotel Casablanca, Albany Records TROY 1005, 2009

  • G. McKay, Epoch an American Dance Symphony, Naxos 8.55933, 2008

  • Ben Solleé, Something Worth Keeping, Lawrence Graefenburg Music, BMI, iTunes Store, 2008