Based in New York City, Jonathon has been playing professionally for more than 20 years and is known in the music industry as being a good musical fit in a wide range of musical styles. From jazz, to pop and rock, from Caribbean to Brazilian rhythms, from standards to sacred music and classical, Jonathon brings a depth of knowledge and experience as well as both a steadying and a driving hand. Originally from Ann Arbor, he studied music at Oakland University in Michigan, and has honed his craft working closely with an impressive array of musical masters, including the late trumpet giant Maynard Ferguson, vocalist Jean Carne, pianist Bob James, and singer Ben E. King.