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Jon Finn is a Professor in the Department of Guitar at Berklee College of Music, Boston, where he has been a faculty member since 1988. He is internationally recognized as a leader in Modern Rock Guitar, excelling as a performer, composer, and educator. He is also the founder of the Jon Finn Group, active since 1988, with multiple international releases.
His research and professional interests focus on Modern Rock Guitar, improvisation, and music education, particularly in developing expressive and technically proficient playing that transcends genre limitations. He emphasizes understanding students' individual learning styles and strengths to foster growth. His work challenges the stereotype of rock guitarists by advocating disciplined practice and intellectual engagement without sacrificing primal energy.
The body of his publications and recordings over the past two decades reveals a strong trend in guitar pedagogy, modal and rock improvisation, and stylistic versatility. His instructional materials, especially with Truefire and Mel Bay, consistently target practical, accessible techniques for modern guitarists, bridging theory and performance. Recordings with the Jon Finn Group and Boston Pops demonstrate his ability to operate across instrumental rock, orchestral fusion, and contemporary ensemble settings.
Scientific and Professional Awards:
- Dean’s Award for Outstanding Achievements in Teaching, Berklee College of Music (1995)
- Nomination for Outstanding Instrumentalist, Boston Music Awards (1994)
- Performer of the Year, New England Performer Magazine (1995)
- Emmy Award – Mike Adam’s Sportsworld TV show (1996)
- Grammy Nomination – The Celtic Album, Boston Pops (1999)
- Grammy Nomination – The Latin Album, Boston Pops (2000)
Advising and Grants: While specific student names are not listed, Jon Finn’s long-standing role as a professor and author of educational materials indicates significant mentorship and curriculum development. His publications represent funded or independently produced educational projects, and his performances with major orchestras and artists suggest grant or institutional support for collaborative artistic work. His global clinics and seminars further underscore his influence in music education.
Labs and Teams: Jon Finn leads the Jon Finn Group, an ensemble active since 1988, performing in New England and internationally. He is also a longstanding performer with the Boston Pops Orchestra (since 1996) and the Boston Symphony Orchestra (since 2002), contributing guitar expertise to major orchestral and pops productions. His educational outreach includes clinics at institutions worldwide, such as Souza Lima (Brazil), Nanjing University (China), and ISM Guitar Training (Japan), forming an informal global network of music educators and students.
