John Ponzo

John Ponzo  is highly educated not only on the guitar, but in music theory, film scoring, and orchestration, vocal arrangements, producing, midi programming, performance, sound design, and computer music software.

Beginning on accordion at age 4, then switching to guitar at age 11, music has always been a part John’s life. Over the years he’s had the opportunity to study with great guitar players such as, George Benson, Joe Pass, and Andre Segovia. He has extensive education in music theory, arranging and orchestration, and has over 30 years experience in teaching.

 He performs shows regularly and is producing a cd with original music and some covers done in his unique style.

John is a master guitar player and teacher who has obtained a Master's Degree in Music Theory, Orchestration and Guitar Performance.  He has traveled the world performing, and has recently opened his own music studio, It's All About Music, where he instructs children and adults.  He spends many hours working with teachers and students of the Washoe County School District inspiring and extolling the benefits of the arts in all walks of life.