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"From the moment I laid eyes on the cover of the Reader's Digest Treasury of Short Stories with Louis Armstrong on the cover, I knew that trumpet playing was what I would do for the rest of my life. For a shy kid, the thought of going anywhere in the world and having people understand me through music was intoxicating.
I’ve been playing ever since then." John L. Worley Jr |
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John L Worley Jr. is a well known jazz musician, trumpeter and teacher in the San Francisco Bay Area. His love for jazz and in particular, the trumpet, permeates his work and life. Find out more about his musical contributions and upcoming shows here.
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Hi Friends,
I can’t believe how the world has changed in a short time. Gigs cancelled, teaching studio closed, can’t travel, have to stay home unless you are taking a walk or go shopping etc... I can remember times sort of like this like the Loma Prieta Earthquake, 911 but this is a whole different ballgame. I have faith that we will come thru this stronger and wiser. It’s shown me personally how important it is to have balance in one’s life. I’m teaching but only half of my normal load and it’s online. A experience that’s totally new for me and having fun with it. And feeling more relaxed and clear. I’m walking more and feel better. I have 3 meals a day with Susan and that only happens on vacation. How wonderful it is to spend time with my love!!❤️❤️ It’s great to connect with people during this time. Video happy hour, chats and seeing people I haven’t seen in a long time in normal time. I love it!!! I have gigs in the future that I hope will still be there. I’ve also been watching opera thanks to the NY Met Opera and have enjoyed it immensely. I hope to be able to play with my musician friends again soon and play for my other friends, the folks who come by to listen to us. Looking forward to stretching out with Mo-Chi again! I hope everyone is taking care of themselves and stay well, get well, find your balance in life and apply it when all of this gets back to the new normal. Sending wishes for love, hope, strength and compassion during this time in our lives. Love to all, Worl 
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Tours & Concerts |
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People Speak... |
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"Finally the world gets a chance to experience the music of one Bay Area's best kept secrets... Whether playing lead, or soloing in the bop style or sharing his vast knowledge with his numerous students, John brings a fresh approach to it all. Worley's music is from the heart..."
Ray Vega, The Bronx, 2002 |
"Telling a story, making a musical statement is something to often forgotten by artist, as they are too concerned only with their playing. Thank you John for reminding me, once again, what making music is all about."
Tom E. Politzer, Lead Tenor, Tower of Power |
Meet the Band |
Members of the Mo Chi Ensemble
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Sirens of the Pacific
L-R Top: Kat Parra, Morning Nichols
L-R Bottom: Wendy Waller, Amy Dabalos
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My Music |
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